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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New Study Reveals Alarming Levels of PFAS in Umbilical Cord Blood: Implications for Fetal Health

Recent research conducted by Mount Sinai has unveiled that fetuses may be…

Surge in Fit Notes Raises Concerns Among GPs About Mental Health Assessment

** A recent survey of general practitioners in England highlights a significant…

Study Reveals Alarming Levels of PFAS in Umbilical Cord Blood of Fetuses

Recent research from Mount Sinai has unveiled concerning revelations about the presence…

Growing Concerns Over Fit Notes: GPs Share Insights on Mental Health Assessments

An extensive survey by BBC News reveals that a significant majority of…

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,…

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