Struggle to Find NHS Dentists in Somerset Monday, April 28, 2025 somerset dentist nhs patients adults children analysis practices england labour party Securing an appointment with an NHS dentist in Somerset continues to be challenging, with only a small fraction of practices accepting new patients. A recent analysis of 116 Somerset practices found that 89% are not currently … Read More
Musgrove Hospital Upgrade Delay Infuriates Somerset MPs Sunday, April 27, 2025 somerset mps musgrove hospital upgrade delays funding nhs hospital repairs liberal democrat community Somerset’s members of parliament have expressed dismay after the government declined to allocate funds for much-needed repairs at Musgrove Park Hospital. The hospital, located in Taunton, was supposed to be part of the … Read More
Frustration as Musgrove Hospital Upgrade Delayed Until 2033 Sunday, April 27, 2025 somerset mps musgrove hospital upgrade delays funding nhs infrastructure healthcare government The decision to delay the much-needed upgrades at Musgrove Park Hospital in Taunton until 2033 has sparked outrage among Somerset MPs. The government’s refusal to provide funding for urgent repairs as part of the new … Read More
£35m Settlement for Girl's Medical Malpractice Friday, April 25, 2025 hospital settlement medical malpractice nhs gbs infection brain damage cerebral palsy diagnosis apology healthcare A hospital trust has issued a formal apology and a £35 million settlement after an 11-year-old girl sustained permanent brain damage and was diagnosed with a range of conditions following the mishandling of the early-onset … Read More
Long Wait for GP Appointments in Somerset Revealed Friday, April 25, 2025 somerset nhs gp appointments healthcare waiting times access technology disparities postcode lottery patient care reform New NHS data reveals that patients in Somerset are facing significant waiting times for GP appointments, with around one in every 12 appointments in March taking place more than 28 days after booking. This proportion is among … Read More
The UK's Dental Crisis: Women Suffering in Silence Thursday, April 24, 2025 uk dental crisis women nhs access healthcare report survey dentalcare A damning report has brought to light a series of distressing dental experiences faced by mothers and grandmothers, shedding light on the severe consequences of the NHS dental crisis for women. The survey, spearheaded by the … Read More