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Endometriosis Awareness Month: The Risks of Medical Negligence

March marks the return of Endometriosis Awareness Month, a global campaign dedicated to shining a light on a condition that remains lived in the shadows for far too many.     At Oakwood Solicitors, we see firsthand the devastating physical, emotional, and financial toll that medical negligence can take on those living with endometriosis. Despite…

Health Secretary Slams OUH Amid Maternity Investigation

Maternity care at John Radcliffe Hospital, managed by the Oxford University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust (OUH), was labelled “scandalous” after facing scrutiny following an investigation.     OUH’s Troubling Data and Ongoing Review Oxford University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust (OUH) is currently under intense scrutiny, named as one of 14 trusts undergoing a rapid review…

A New Focus: Guernsey Responds to the Need for ADHD Services

In recognition of ADHD Awareness Month, health officials in Guernsey are actively looking for ways to improve services for patients with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.   The States of Guernsey have outlined initiatives aimed at reducing waiting lists and expanding local capacity to meet a significant increase in demand.     What is ADHD? Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity…

World Alzheimer’s Month: Taking on Care Home Neglect

World Alzheimer’s Month, annually held in September, aims to raise awareness and support individuals affected by dementia and neglectful care in care homes.   Despite being the leading cause of death in the UK and a major health and social care concern, dementia is often overlooked. The Alzheimer’s Society is highlighting the UK’s forgotten dementia…

4,000 NHS Patients Left Waiting as NHS Dentist Runs Out of Funding

NHS dentist took on 4,000 new patients and cannot afford to treat them.   Since 2022, Darnall Dental Clinic in Sheffield has enrolled 13,500 people, after taking on an additional 4,000 patients. However, after losing NHS subsidy and additional funding, they are unable to treat every NHS patient and can no longer provide the same…

June 2026: Date set to close the largest investigation of maternal failings in NHS history

New cases in the largest investigation of maternal failures in NHS history are scheduled to close.   According to senior midwife Donna Ockenden, the independent review of Nottingham University Hospitals (NUH) NHS Trust is investigating 2,297 cases of harm caused to women and babies.     Nottingham University Hospitals (NUH) NHS Trust manages Nottingham City Hospital and…

Young Manchester mum dies from medical neglect after Sepsis misdiagnosis

Sharzia Bibi, a young mother from Manchester, tragically died due to medical negligence after sepsis misdiagnosis, at only 30 years old.   Sharzia was admitted to the hospital‘s emergency department on November 14, 2023, suffering from severe stomach pain and bleeding. Once admitted, medics failed to give her appropriate antibiotics to treat sepsis for more…

NHS smear test misdiagnosis leads to invasive cancer surgery

Mother of two Aimee Wood, 39, was made to undergo surgery after going for an NHS smear test and receiving the wrong results telling her that they came back as normal.   This smear test error by Wolverhampton Hospital then led Miss Wood to have an invasive hysterectomy surgery that she did not need.    …

Man receives £11,000 compensation after years of neglect at hands of dentist

A man from Bury has received over £11,000 compensation due to years of dental pain, infections and eating difficulties.   56-year-old Iain experienced years of dental issues as a result of misdiagnosis and lack of treatment of decay in several of his teeth.     Due to this, Iain experienced fractured teeth, lost fillings and…

Evelin Chacko – Notes from the Inquest

Last week saw the opening of the Inquest touching on the death of Evelin Chacko.   We represent the family in this case which surround the admission of a child patient onto a complex care geriatric ward following an overdose. Whilst awaiting further assessments and a decision about her future care Evelin absconded from the…