For many people, news of a healthcare review is unsettling. The announcement that County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust (CDDFT) is reviewing its breast cancer services will understandably leave patients and families in the North East feeling anxious and unsure of what this means for them.

At Switalskis, we closely monitor developments in healthcare to ensure patients receive the best possible care and support. Recently, North Lincolnshire Council leader, Councillor Rob Waltham, made a heartfelt appeal for urgent investment in maternity services at Scunthorpe General Hospital.

Switalskis has added two new directors to its acclaimed medical negligence team, enhancing its ability to support clients across East Yorkshire, Lincolnshire and the North East.

The loss of a baby is one of the most heart breaking experiences a family can endure. When that loss is caused by medical negligence, it raises serious concerns about the standard of care provided.

A new NHS England report has highlighted significant safety issues within maternity services at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust (LTH).

Today is Samaritans Awareness Day which serves as a poignant reminder that the Samaritans’ services are available 24 hours a day 7 days a week all year round. Trained volunteers are on hand to listen in confidence without any judgement or personal prejudice.

The BBC published a troubling article highlighting the case of Mr Marc Lamah - a surgeon banned from working in the private healthcare sector due to serious patient safety concerns, yet still operating within the NHS.

Charlie Marriage, aged 32, died suddenly after being unable to access the anti-seizure medication he relied on for his epilepsy. He died from Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy (SUDEP), a rare but well-documented risk for people living with the condition.