The referral-to-treatment waiting list increased to 7.37 million in August 2026. 

The waiting list increased to 7.33 million in July of this year, the highest level since October 2025.

Working-age NHS patients receiving treatment for musculoskeletal-related conditions saw a fall in annual earnings of up to £487.

The NHS waiting list went down to 7.27 million in June 2026, despite a record number of patients being referred for treatment. 

Interest in 'private health insurance' rose by 120%, and searches about costs went up by 1,100%, The Exeter reports.

While private healthcare use is growing in the UK, many are unsure where to start, PHIN reveals.

Richard Freeman, founder and CEO of Lalu, explains why he believes health data underpins decisions across insurance, government, research, and retail health.

19% of adults have used a credit card or loan to cover private healthcare costs in the last six months as pressure on the NHS remains high, The Exeter...

The overall NHS waiting list rose to 7.28 million in May 2026, as A&E attendances reached record levels in June. 

3.8 million people in England were invited to an NHS Health Check in the last year, but only 1.32 million attended: the lowest proportion in over a...