Thousands of low-paid NHS staff miss out on COVID bonuses

John Swinney visits UK's first drug consumption room

Scottish First Minister John Swinney and Glasgow City Council leader Susan Aitken visit the Thistle Centre Safer Drugs Consumption Facility in Glasgow, the UK's first safer drug consumption room, ahead of its opening on Monday. While drugs remain illegal in Scotland, users inside the facility can access clean needles and NHS staff support to reduce harm and improve safety. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

NHS experiencing one of the busiest winters in history

Professor Sir Stephen Powis, the NHS national medical director, admits “it’s turning out to be one of the busiest winters in NHS history” as new figures reveal the number of flu patients in hospital is nearly five times the figure at the start of last month. Report by Ajagbef. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Lib Dems 'concerned' about lack of action on social care

The Liberal Democrat MP for Epsom says she is "concerned" that Sir Keir Starmer "didn't announce increase investment in GPs or anything in the social healthcare crisis". Her comments come after the prime minister gave a speech setting out his plans to reduce NHS waiting times. Helen Maguire adds, "they need to be ready for action". Report by Brooksl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

NHS worker 'devastated' by struggling health service

NHS staff have been voicing their opinions on Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer's plan to cut waiting lists and reform the health service. A woman who has worked for the health service for 29 years says she is "devastated by the whole affairs of the NHS at the moment", adding that "the hospitals aren't big enough, we're not paid enough, there are staff shortages, it's tragic". Report by Brooksl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Starmer and Streeting meet NHS staff ahead of speech

Sir Keir Starmer and his health secretary Wes Streeting have spoken to healthcare staff at Epsom Hospital in Surrey ahead of the prime minister's speech on NHS reform. Starmer has set out plans to cut waiting lists by embracing artificial intelligence, upgrading the NHS app and making diagnostic centres more accessible for patients. Report by Brooksl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

HMPV Virus Explained: Symptoms, Spread, and Global Concerns - What You Need to Know

In this video, we dive deep into the Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) – a respiratory virus that has been causing concern worldwide, particularly following recent outbreaks in China. We’ll explore what HMPV is, how it spreads, its symptoms, and how it compares to other viruses like COVID-19 and the flu. Despite the lack of a vaccine, learn about preventive measures and why health experts are keeping a close watch on the virus. Stay informed about the latest developments and how countries, including India, are preparing for potential outbreaks. #HMPV #HumanMetapneumovirus #RespiratoryVirus #GlobalHealth #VirusSpread #HMPVOutbreak #HealthAlert #FluSeason #PandemicWatch #RespiratoryInfections #PublicHealth ~HT.318~PR.274~ED.102~

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Health secretary visits London Ambulance HQ

Health Secretary Wes Streeting and NHS chief executive Amanda Pritchard visit the headquarters of the London Ambulance Service. Mr Streeting insists the government has “hit the ground running” since taking office and “prepared the best we can for this winter” while acknowledging the challenges with flu, Covid and norovirus. Report by Blairm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn