Articles by Liz Wells
More than 1,000 pharmacies lost in less than a decade
By Liz Wells 22 April 2025
The number of pharmacies in England and Wales has fallen by more than 1,000 since 2016, with some constituencies reduced to less than 10 pharmacies to service the entire area, new research reveals.
BMA considers next move after 'disappointing' PA ruling
By Liz Wells 17 April 2025
The BMA is considering its next steps after the 'disappointing' ruling from the High Court over its case against the GMC for blurring the lines between doctors and physician associates (PAs).
Robotic surgery systems approved for NHS use
By Liz Wells 17 April 2025
NICE has approved 11 robotic surgery systems for use, potentially transforming care for thousands of NHS patients undergoing soft tissue and orthopaedic procedures.
Common genetic variants linked to drug-resistant epilepsy
By Liz Wells 16 April 2025
Researchers have identified common genetic changes that might make some people with focal epilepsy - the most common type of the condition - less responsive to seizure medications, which could help...
AI power improves cataract detection tool for babies
By Liz Wells 15 April 2025
A device invented by an Addenbrooke’s Hospital eye surgeon to detect cataracts in babies is set to be further improved.
Lincolnshire ICB names non-executive directors
By Liz Wells 15 April 2025
NHS Lincolnshire ICB has appointed Dr Phillip Earnshaw and James Dunstan as new non-executive directors.
GP practice manager 'failed to pay' over £75,000 into staff pensions
By Liz Wells 15 April 2025
A GP practice manager who failed to pay more than £75,000 into the pension funds of staff at her surgery is facing seven years of bankruptcy restrictions.
Bristol trust to axe hundreds of jobs
By Liz Wells 15 April 2025
North Bristol NHS Trust, which runs Southmead Hospital, will reduce its staff by 211 posts to help achieve £40m of savings in 2025/26.
NHS trusts 'fast-track ethnic minorities' to top jobs
By Liz Wells 15 April 2025
NHS trusts are 'fast-tracking ethnic minorities' to management positions and onto boards to meet diversity quotas, reports suggest.
Charities call for UK Government to support WHO resolution on kidney disease
By Liz Wells 14 April 2025
Kidney charities are calling on the UK Government to support a World Health Organisation (WHO) resolution on kidney disease.
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