Muslim NHS staff report an increase in racist abuse since the riots began

Muslim NHS staff report an increase in racist abuse since the riots began

The head of an association representing Muslim health workers has said it has recorded an increase in racist abuse since the start of the right-wing riots last week, with “unprecedented” fear among NHS staff. Dr Salman Waqar, president of the British Islamic Medical Association (Bima), which represents around 7,000 health workers, said health workers had … Read more

What is ME and why is the NHS approach to it criticized?

What is ME and why is the NHS approach to it criticized?

Poor NHS care for ME was highlighted during her investigation. For many with the condition, it came as no surprise: patients, families and charities have been raising concerns for years. They hope this will mark a turning point in patient treatment. What am I? Myalgic encephalomyelitis, also called chronic fatigue syndrome or ME/CFS, is a … Read more