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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Elevated Levels of PFAS Detected in Umbilical Cord Blood, Raising Public Health Concerns

** Recent research has revealed alarming findings regarding the prevalence of PFAS,…

The Growing Debate Around Fit Notes: GPs Divided on Mental Health Assessments

** A recent survey of general practitioners (GPs) in England has revealed…

The Dangers of Buying Weight Loss Drugs on Social Media: Personal Accounts and Expert Warnings

** In a troubling trend, individuals are increasingly turning to social media…

Surge in Fit Notes Reflects Growing Concerns Around Mental Health in the Workplace

** A recent survey reveals that a significant majority of General Practitioners…

Growing Concerns Surround Mental Health Fit Notes as GPs Voice Frustrations

** In a revealing survey conducted by BBC News, hundreds of general…

The Perils of Purchasing Weight Loss Drugs via Social Media: A Cautionary Tale

** The rise of social media has transformed the way people access…

New Research Reveals Alarming Levels of PFAS in Fetal Blood, Heightening Health Concerns

A recent study from Mount Sinai has uncovered that fetuses may be…

The Dangers of Purchasing Weight Loss Drugs from Social Media: A Growing Public Health Concern

** In an alarming trend, individuals seeking quick weight loss solutions are…

The Perils of Purchasing Weight Loss Injections from Social Media: A Cautionary Tale

** In a troubling trend, individuals seeking quick solutions to weight loss…

New Study Reveals Unexpected Levels of PFAS Chemicals in Fetal Blood

** Emerging research from Mount Sinai has unveiled a concerning reality regarding…

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