Robert Shaw, Health Correspondent

Robert Shaw covers health with a focus on frontline NHS services, patient care, and health inequalities. A former healthcare administrator who retrained as a journalist at Cardiff University, he combines insider knowledge with investigative skills. His reporting on hospital waiting times and staff shortages has informed national health debates.
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Concerns Grow Over Fit Notes for Mental Health as GPs Call for System Reform

A recent BBC survey has revealed that a significant number of General…

New Study Reveals Higher Than Expected Levels of PFAS in Umbilical Cord Blood of Fetuses

A recent study conducted by researchers at Mount Sinai has uncovered alarming…

New Research Reveals Unprecedented Levels of ‘Forever Chemicals’ in Fetal Blood

A recent study from Mount Sinai has uncovered alarming levels of per-…

Surge in Fit Notes Highlights Tensions Between GPs and Mental Health Support

** In a revealing investigation, hundreds of general practitioners (GPs) have conveyed…

Embracing Imperfection: The Key to Sustainable Fitness and Wellbeing

In a world where the pursuit of perfection often overshadows practical health…

Rethinking Fitness: The Myth of the Perfect Workout and the Path to Sustainable Health

The quest for the ideal workout has captivated fitness enthusiasts for years,…

Rise in Fit Notes Raises Concerns About GPs’ Roles in Mental Health Support

A significant number of general practitioners (GPs) have expressed their unwavering commitment…

GPs Reveal Reluctance to Deny Fit Notes for Mental Health Issues Amid Systemic Strain

A recent survey has uncovered that a significant number of general practitioners…

Rising Concerns Over Fetal Exposure to ‘Forever Chemicals’ in Umbilical Cord Blood

** Recent research has revealed alarming levels of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances…

The Myth of the Perfect Workout: Embracing Imperfection for Better Health

In the ongoing quest for fitness, the notion of a flawless workout…

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