Women’s accounts of their own symptoms and experiences in maternity care are systematically dismissed because of deep-seated gender and racial prejudices, according to research into formal reports on poor care.…
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James Whitfield is the Editor-in-Chief of Health News Daily, bringing over 15 years of experience in health journalism. A former health correspondent for regional UK publications, James oversees editorial policy, standards and final approval of all published content. He specialises in NHS policy, healthcare reform and the political decisions that shape the UK's health system. James is committed to delivering accurate, transparent and trustworthy health reporting for UK readers.
· 15+ years in health journalism, former regional health correspondent, newsroom editorial leadership
· NHS funding and workforce planning, waiting list policy, primary care access, GP and dentistry shortages, Continuing Healthcare assessments, health legislation and DHSC decisions
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Mark Tame dedicated his life to caring for others, working for mental health charities and the NHS. From his early days in Bristol to his final years as a care…