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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Growing Awareness: The Urgent Need for ADHD Diagnosis in Women and Girls

As we approach International Women’s Day, the conversation around Attention Deficit Hyperactivity…

The Silent Struggle: Women’s ADHD Diagnosis Delayed and Overlooked

** The journey to understanding Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is fraught…

Tackling Obesity: Chris Whitty’s Call for a Healthier Society Over Reliance on Medications

** In a recent address, Prof Sir Chris Whitty, England's Chief Medical…

Obesity Crisis: Chris Whitty Warns Against Reliance on Weight-Loss Drugs

In a recent address, England’s Chief Medical Officer, Professor Sir Chris Whitty,…

Consumer Shift: The Decline of Nitrite-Cured Bacon Amid Cancer Concerns

In a significant consumer trend, UK supermarkets are witnessing a notable decline…

Surging Demand for Nitrite-Free Bacon Signals Shift in Consumer Preferences Amid Cancer Concerns

The food landscape in the UK is undergoing a significant transformation as…

AI Technology Restores Voice for Mother-of-Three with Motor Neurone Disease

In a remarkable intersection of healthcare and technology, Yvonne Johnson, a 58-year-old…

Tragic A&E Experience Highlights Urgent Need for Reform in NHS Emergency Services

In a harrowing account that underscores the challenges facing the National Health…

Navigating the Challenges of Cancer Care: A Personal Journey Through the NHS

In a poignant reflection on life as a primary caregiver, one individual…

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