Health

Queen Alexandra Hospital in Cosham

Patients recall maternity care at QA Hospital after CQC downgrade

Queen Alexandra Hospital’s maternity care has been downgraded to “requires improvement”

Maternity care downgraded by CQC at Queen Alexandra Hospital

Radiotherapy after surgery ‘reduces risk of recurrence of certain brain cancers’

Pictured: Andy Tudor, from Denmead

Engineer backs new research after being treated for brain tumour

Organ donations have declined sharply amid an NHS call to action.

'Sharp decline' in organ donations as urgent NHS action plan launched

A fundraiser has been launched for a family after a dad-of-two was diagnosed with terminal cancer.

Pictured: Lee (left) with his wife Danielle (middle) and their two children.

Fundraiser for dad whose cancer has gone from treatable to terminal

Simba has introduced HeatRelease, a cooling mattress technology designed to help those affected by night sweats and overheating

New mattress aims to tackle menopause night sweats

Inside the predominately female only studio where number of expert led classes are held including pilates.

See inside the new female only wellness centre in Waterlooville

Aerial view of the Guildhall in Portsmouth

Council probes support for sleep-troubled children

Chef Faz Forhad Ahmed at the Akash.
Picture: Khalif Rehman

Turnaround for popular curry house as new food hygiene score issued

Patient waiting room

ADHD assessment waits reach a staggering 111 weeks

Crofton Lodge, Crofton Lane, Fareham, received a food hygiene rating of two following an inspection on August 4.

Care home rapped for 'inadequate' food hygiene knowledge

New Health customers are not tied to a subscription or long-term contract, giving them greater flexibility over their treatment.

What side effects do people suffer on weight loss drugs?

Queen Alexandra Hospital in Cosham

Concern over ‘habitual residents’ at QA putting pressure on resources

A Chesterfield shop with a one-star food hygiene rating is among the latest Derbyshire food hygiene ratings.

Concerns raised by inspectors after visit to Gosport curry house

Mark Kelly underwent treatment for prostate cancer at QA Hospital in April 2026

'Former Pompey team-mate Alan Knight saved my life': Mark Kelly

Car with the Portsmouth hospital trust's PD team

Hospital drives innovation with electric vehicles for renal services
Care is being brought into people’s homes thanks to a new fleet of cars
Kelly Brown

Elise Sargent from Portsmouth has stage 4 bowel cancer and is urging MPs to vote the assisted dying bill through on Friday, September 11, 2026

I'm 45 with terminal cancer - MPs should vote for assisted dying bill

Eligible adults can explore New Health’s weight-management service online and decide whether it feels right for them.

How to know you’re suitable for private weight management treatment?

Caroline Roberts with her Tuesday morning yoga class at Crofton Community Centre.

Stubbington yoga teacher creates accessible yoga book

Resident doctors have begun five days of industrial action today (July 25).

QA hospital still over capacity as corridor care continues

New Health offers clinician-led weight management designed to fit around everyday life, without the need for in-person appointments.

What private weight management treatments are available without NHS?

Flu vaccinations will be available from September 1

Flu vaccinations now available for children and pregnant women

A new Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC) is nearing completion in Portsmouth.

See inside the new Community Diagnostic Centre in Portsmouth

Queen Alexandra Hospital in Cosham

QA Hospital feels the strain after heatwaves with high bed occupancy

Tracey Thomas, matron for child health, Charlotte Fairall, Sophie's mum and CEO of Sophie's Legacy, Gina Stanley, divisional nurse director and Shelina Yasmin, senior sister of the Starfish ward.

New wide-ranging paediatrics food menu released at QA

Solent MS Therapy Centre in Hewett Road, Portsmouth, has transformed their courtyard and was re-opened by Steve Emery husband of Sue Emery who passed away in 2025 and was a member and trustee for many years.

'A wonderful success' - charity celebrates courtyard transformation

Uplands House Care Home received a CQC rating of Good.

Turnaround for care home with chequered past as it gets new CQC rating
‘I wouldn’t change anything about the home. I am treated with dignity and respect’
Joe Williams

Residents are encouraged to get stuck in with gardening at Portsdown View

This Bedhampton care home has been rated as 'outstanding' by CQC

Resident of Berewood were promised a health centre would be built to accommodate the thousands of new homes. However, 14 years after planning permission was granted a dispute has arisen over who should be building it.

'Discussions ongoing' but a health centre is still no closer

Padel, a cross between tennis and squash, is rapidly growing in popularity (generic photo: Adobe Stock)

'Finishing touches' being put in place for new padel centre

The Macmillan Cancer Information and Support Centre at Queen Alexandra Hospital (QAH) has achieved the highest possible rating in a national quality award.

QA's cancer support centre gets top marks in national rating

SmilePro: the at-home teeth whitening kit that’s gone viral with over 500,000 fans worldwide

The 10-minute teeth whitening kit gaining attention

Stansted House

Menopause experts unite to support women across Hampshire

Stansted House

Menopause experts unite to support women across Hampshire

SmilePro customers reveal why this teeth whitening kit is their beauty must-have (aff)

Why SmilePro users swear by this whitening kit

Thousands of teenagers have already been vaccinated.

Thousands of Hampshire teenagers receive first dose of new vaccine

Dr Zoe Williams at the ITV Palooza in November 2023.

Hampshire TV star Dr Zoe Williams opens up about health scare

Dr Busra

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Active Health Chiropractic celebrates 20 years with £20 new patient offer

Ad Feature Frequent headaches? Portsmouth chiropractor explains why not to ignore

The Rayspace folding treadmill costs £79.99 when Amazon’s £20 voucher is applied

This folding incline treadmill has dropped below £80

Queen Alexandra Hospital in Cosham

Plans submitted for new MRI department at Queen Alexandra Hospital

The medicube Collagen No Cast Just Glow Sunscreen combines SPF50 protection with hydrating skincare ingredients for a radiant finish.

Viral K-beauty SPF shoppers call their new 'holy grail' sunscreen

Katie Barnham is raising money to support herself after a cancer diagnosis

Baker raises over £4,000 in less than a month after cancer diagnosis

Clive Williams from The Hepatitis C Trust testing a patient for the virus

Hepatitis C eliminated from high-risk group

The Suolita handheld fan has five speed settings, a digital display and up to 14 hours of battery life

This five-speed handheld fan is now £10.99

Emma’s award-winning pillow bundle is £70 cheaper

The mum of a Gosport man has warned of the danger diabetes can pose after her son, Wayne Hewitt, sustained a brain injury due to diabetic hypoglycemia.

Diabetes causes life-changing brain injury for dad

Dan Carozzi

Kidney transplant recipient prepares for Transplant Games

Emily Gamman, 29, of Paulsgrove is raising money to provide Costa Coffee vouchers for the Nightingale Suite at Queen Alexandra Hospital in Cosham.

Couple look to give back after 'beautiful' boy is born sleeping

The Fitbit Charge 6 features built-in GPS, Google Wallet and up to seven days of battery life

Fitbit Charge 6 is back under £80 at Amazon

The gym will be closing for two weeks over the summer.

'We can't wait' - dates confirmed for exciting gym transformation

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A generic photo of a woman holding a dementia sufferer's hands.

New dementia hub could be created in Portsmouth to help carers

A heat health alert has been issued for the south east.

Yellow heat health alert issued for Portsmouth and surrounding area

Still from a video by My Portsmouth By Drone showing an arid Southsea Common - July 6, 2026

QA Hospital issues advice on how to stay cool as heatwave continues