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Major Maternity Care Failings Uncovered at Nottingham NHS Trust
WorldBBCThe Guardian2mo ago2 sources

Major Maternity Care Failings Uncovered at Nottingham NHS Trust

A review has uncovered 'horrific' and 'systemic failures' in maternity care at a Nottingham NHS trust, revealing the biggest childbirth scandal in NHS history where 520 mothers and babies suffered 'potentially avoidable' harm or died, prompting calls for a public inquiry.

Coroner Finds NHS Trust Failed to Warn Mother of Home Birth Risks
WorldThe GuardianThe Independent4mo ago2 sources

Coroner Finds NHS Trust Failed to Warn Mother of Home Birth Risks

A coroner has concluded that an NHS trust failed to adequately warn a mother about the risks associated with an unsafe home birth, which tragically resulted in the death of her baby. The ruling highlights concerns over patient information and safety protocols.

UK Incontinence Product Shortage Affects Millions
HealthThe Guardian4mo ago

UK Incontinence Product Shortage Affects Millions

Millions of people in the UK living with incontinence are experiencing shortages of sanitary products due to rationing by over half of NHS trusts, forcing patients to purchase their own supplies.

Family accepts £28m NHS payout for birth injury
BusinessThe Guardian2mo ago

Family accepts £28m NHS payout for birth injury

The family of a girl who suffered brain damage at birth has accepted a £28 million settlement from the NHS trust involved. The mother is calling for an overhaul of maternity care following the 2019 incident at Queen’s hospital in Romford.