Around 11 million people in the UK are deaf or have hearing loss, making it the second most common disability, however it often goes unnoticed or undiagnosed because it is an invisible disability.
Medical Negligence
NHS England Framework Changes Make for Shocking Read for Our Local Community
Reports about NHS England’s oversight framework have highlighted ongoing performance and governance challenges affecting hospitals across Hull, Cottingham, Goole, Grimsby and Scunthorpe.
Prostate Cancer Awareness Month: Symptoms, Diagnosis and When to Seek Legal Advice
Prostate Cancer Awareness Month is an opportunity to highlight one of the most common cancers affecting men in the UK. Understanding how prostate cancer develops, how it is diagnosed, and where things can go wrong is important not only for health reasons, but also for recognising when medical care may fall below an acceptable standard.
Supreme Court Confirms ‘Lost Years’ Compensation for Child Claimants in Clinical Negligence Cases
the Supreme Court has confirmed that compensation for a child claimant’s “lost years” can be recovered as part of a clinical negligence claim.
Making Progress Against Spinal Muscular Atrophy: Supporting Marley’s Physiotherapy Journey
Over the past year, we have been proud to support Marley by funding specialist physiotherapy to help manage his condition, Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA). SMA is a progressive condition that causes muscle weakness and wasting, and early, consistent intervention can make a meaningful difference to a child’s development and quality of life.
Maternity Care Failings in the NHS: Baroness Amos Investigation Highlights Ongoing Concerns
It was recently reported by the BBC that findings of racism and ‘poor’ staff relationships have resulted in maternity care failings.
World Kidney Day 2026: Kidney Disease, Symptoms and Medical Negligence
12th March 2026 is World Kidney Day. This year also marks the 20th anniversary of this global campaign, dedicated to raising awareness of chronic kidney disease (CKD) and its impact on millions of people worldwide.
Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month
March is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month in the UK, dedicated to raising awareness of symptoms, promoting early...
Rare Disease Day: This ‘Rare Disease Day’ we place a spotlight on Sarcoidosis
Sarcoidosis affects around 1-2 people per 10,000 in the UK and is therefore classified as a rare disease. Anybody can be affected by sarcoidosis, but it is most commonly diagnosed in people aged between 20 and 40 years old.
International Urogynaecology Awareness Day – 20th February 2026
20th February 2026 is International Urogynaecology Awareness Day, which is dedicated to raising awareness about the vital field of urogynaecology.
World Cancer Day 2026: United by Unique
The 4th of February 2026 marks World Cancer Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness and supporting everyone affected by cancer. This year’s theme, ‘United by Unique’, reminds us that although millions of people face cancer, no two experiences are ever the same.
World Diabetes Day – Shining a Spotlight on Diabetes Awareness
Every year on 14th November, World Diabetes Day raises awareness of diabetes in the UK. With around 4.3 million people in the UK currently living with a diagnosis of diabetes and almost 1.3 million people potentially living with undiagnosed type 2 diabetes, early detection, awareness, and education are more important than ever.
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