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The Independent
7 hours ago
- Health
- The Independent
Police launch investigation into NHS hospital heart op deaths
Police are investigating the deaths of patients who died following heart operations at an NHS hospital. A report by the BBC suggests patients at Castle Hill Hospital near Hull suffered avoidable harm, and alleges that in some cases, death certificates failed to disclose that the surgery contributed to deaths. Humberside Police confirmed to the PA news agency that an investigation into the deaths is in its very early stages and no arrests have been made. Documents seen by the BBC raise concerns about the care of 11 patients who underwent transcatheter aortic valve implantation, which is known as a Tavi procedure. It usually takes between one and two hours and is performed on older patients. Tavi is used to replace damaged valves in the heart in people with aortic stenosis, which causes the aortic valve to narrow. It is less invasive than open heart surgery and involves guiding a new valve to the heart through a thin, flexible tube known as a catheter through a blood vessel in the groin or shoulder. Concerns about Castle Hill Hospital's Tavi mortality rate led to a number of reviews, none of which were made public, according to the BBC. The Royal College of Physicians (RCP) was asked to assess the whole cardiology department in 2020, including two of the Tavi deaths. The report was completed in 2021 and led to a second review by consultants IQ4U. This recommended a third review of all 11 deaths, which was carried out by the RCP and completed last year, reports suggest. Some 10 deaths happened between October 2019 and March 2022 while one took place in May 2023. The final review highlighted poor clinical decision-making in one male patient, which included the incorrect positioning of the Tavi valve. His death certificate also failed to include an accurate description of what had happened, it was reported. There were also criticisms of death certificates issued to two other patients, claiming crucial details were missing. A spokesperson for NHS Humber Health Care Partnership said the hospital's Tavi service 'retains the confidence of the Care Quality Commission (CQC), the regional Integrated Care Board (ICB), the Royal College of Physicians, and the trust'. They added that the three separate external reviews have 'shown that mortality rates associated with Tavi are similar to national mortality rates over a four-year period'. 'The Royal College report concluded that the Tavi service is essential for the Humber and North Yorkshire region and needs to be expanded,' they added. 'It stated however that the design of the service should be reviewed and invested in. The report offered a number of actions for improvement and we have delivered against all of those since it was shared with us. 'A key improvement has been the dramatic reduction in the length of time patients wait to have their Tavi procedure, which was shown in the Royal College report to have been too long, like many other T I services across England.' The spokesperson said: 'We would never discuss an individual patient case in the public domain but we understand families may have questions and we are happy to answer those directly. 'We have previously written to families who have lost a loved one following Tavi treatment with an invitation to meet and discuss the specific circumstances of their case, and we would reiterate that offer.'
BBC News
27-05-2025
- General
- BBC News
Hull man jailed for rape and other 'extreme abuse'
A man who subjected a woman to "extreme levels of violent abuse" over a four-week period has been jailed for 15 Huteson, 26, of Greylees Avenue, Hull, was convicted of rape, assault by penetration, assault causing actual bodily harm, assault by beating and coercive and controlling behaviour after a five-day trial at Hull Crown addition to his sentence, Huteson was handed a five-year extension on licence and put on the sex offenders register for had previously admitted charges of assault by beating, criminal damage and malicious communications. Speaking after the conclusion of the case on Friday, Det Con Melissa Bell, of Humberside Police, said: "Huteson is an extremely dangerous offender."[He} subjected a woman to extreme levels of violent abuse and controlling behaviours and continues to show no remorse for his crimes."I am reassured that he is now off our streets and in prison for a substantial number of years, unable to inflict such incomprehensible emotional and physical harm to anyone else."The detective also praised the victim for her "sheer bravery" in coming forward, and especially for having to "relive the trauma she endured throughout the trial". Listen to highlights from Hull and East Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, watch the latest episode of Look North or tell us about a story you think we should be covering here.
BBC News
27-05-2025
- General
- BBC News
Calls for transgender and non-binary people to get mammograms
Hospital specialists are encouraging transgender and non-binary people to attend breast cancer screenings. Experts from Humberside Breast Screening Service said many transgender and non-binary people failed to keep their appointments due to anxiety. A 2018 survey of over 100,000 people in both communities showed 27% were worried or embarrassed about attending appointments or accessing University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust said transgender men and women who were registered with their GP as female should undergo breast screening every three years after the age of 50. 'Your health matters' Lesley Peacock, programme manager at the service, said: "If you are worried or concerned, you can contact the service first or speak to our staff on the day so we can allay any fears or take any steps to put you at ease."The NHS Trust said that for non-binary people, anyone assigned female at birth who had not had their breast tissue removed and those assigned male at birth who had been receiving female hormone therapy for at least two years should attend breast screening added that transgender men and transgender women who were registered with their GP as male were not called for screening but could request an assigned male at birth who had not had female hormone therapy and those assigned female at birth and have had their breast tissue removed would not be called for a mammogram as the risk of breast cancer was Peacock said: "Breast screening saves lives as early detection significantly increases the chances of successful treatment and recovery. "Transgender and non-binary individuals are no exception - your health matters."Anyone concerned was urged to contact Humberside Breast Screening Service to find out more. Listen to highlights from Hull and East Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, watch the latest episode of Look North or tell us about a story you think we should be covering here..
BBC News
27-05-2025
- Sport
- BBC News
Hull City Ladies co-owner Daniel Johnson in 'suspected fraud' probe
A football boss has been accused of misusing £250,000 of club funds - including some belonging to an affiliated charity - gambling on its matches, and making sexualised remarks to sources told the BBC that Daniel Johnson, a co-owner and director at Hull City Ladies, used the company bank account to pay for holidays, shopping and gambling, and also claim he "stole" £3,000 from a foundation set up in memory of former goalkeeper Donna BBC understands Mr Johnson has also been reported to the Football Association (FA) for his conduct towards players as young as Johnson did not respond to several attempts made by the BBC to contact him. Humberside Police confirmed it was investigating allegations of "suspected financial fraud" at the club. The FA said it was "working with the club" regarding the player club's other co-owner Rachel Gay said she took the "financial, sporting and wellbeing issues raised extremely seriously". Sources told the BBC the allegations came to light when questions were raised in January about the club's accounts. Mark Nickolay, who became its treasurer last month, said he was "shocked" when receipts "for things like the casino, Tesco, and Amazon" were found in club bank statements. "Daniel Johnson was the only one with access to those funds [the club bank account]," he said."We're talking probably over a quarter of a million pounds, we're not talking a couple of hundred quid."Bank statements from HCLFC Ltd, which runs the club, have been shared with the BBC dating back to September showed payments adding up to almost £400 spent at a bookmakers at a racecourse, while others showed several hundred pounds being spent on the Ticketmaster website and holiday payments in another occasion, there were payments made to a bar in Dublin, which sources claimed coincided with the timing and location of Mr Johnson's stag do. 'We've never seen it' Mr Nickolay, who set up a charitable foundation following the death of his daughter Donna in 2019, alleged Mr Johnson "stole £3,000" that was raised in 2021 in her claimed the funds were initially to be held in the club's bank account until the charity, which supports female footballers, was Nickolay said a request made earlier this year to transfer the funds to the Donna Nickolay Foundation was ignored by Mr Johnson."I'm certain the £3,000 was misused. We've never done anything with it because we've never seen it," said Mr Nickolay."That money could have done so much for a number of people, and he's [Mr Johnson's] taken it. It's not there, we can't find it in the accounts and now there's no money left in the Hull City Ladies accounts."The club's current bank statements show about £50 left in the account. Multiple sources close to the club also told the BBC they believed Mr Johnson gambled on Hull City Ladies BBC has seen an email, sent to the FA by sources close to the club, accusing him of "betting on matches". Humberside Police confirmed it received a report on 9 April and its Economic Crime Unit was investigating reports of "suspected financial fraud".Mr Nickolay said there was "not a chance" this would happen in the men's game."This isn't just 'girls football anymore, it's females representing themselves as females at the highest level. But unfortunately there's a set of rules for the men's and a set of rules for the ladies." The FA administers a test which assesses the suitability of owners and directors to clubs in membership of the National League, the three leagues below, Women's Super League and Women's Hull City Ladies is in tier three of the women's division and is also a limited company, which the FA said it had no governance over. 'He grabbed my shirt' In addition to allegations about club funds, 18 former and current players, sponsors and coaches have submitted statements to the FA about Mr player, who wished to remain anonymous, alleged that his behaviour made girls leave the said: "I have witnessed first-hand multiple girls be driven away from football due to his aggressive and intimidating behaviour and conduct, including kicking footballs directly at girls in a rage - if he thought people weren't paying attention."She claimed he also made comments about her personal life after drinking on a bus back from an away game."He made an extremely aggressive and personal comment regarding my sexual relationships. This made me feel extremely intimidated, embarrassed and upset," she anonymous player described an altercation at training when she was 16. "He came across... shouting, screaming and getting in my face. I remember being terrified and embarrassed because he had done it in front of everyone and as a result of I ended up in tears and walking off."During another training session, she claimed he grabbed her."He came across shouting when he physically grabbed my shirt and put me into position and in that moment, I remember feeling completely useless and embarrassed." Ms Gay said she was aware of the concerns raised by players, club stakeholders and the media about Mr Johnson."I take the financial, sporting and wellbeing issues raised extremely seriously and, with the assistance of my professional advisors, a thorough investigation into all aspects of those concerns is ongoing," she said."However, I wish to be clear that protecting the interests of the club I love, and all of the hard work of those who have its best interests and desire for future success at heart, is my priority."The FA told the BBC it was "very concerned" about the allegations. It added: "We are in contact with the club and their legal representatives about this matter."We will continue to provide the club with support and guidance to ensure that these issues are appropriately addressed, and that the welfare of their players and staff is protected."
BBC News
24-05-2025
- BBC News
Motorcyclist dies after crashing into fence near Stamford Bridge
A 65-year-old man has died after his motorbike crashed into a fence near Stamford Police said the man was riding a black Aprilia motorcycle northbound on Dolegate Road, Buttercrambe, when he hit a fence near the junction with Lowfield Lane, on Friday at about 10:00 services were called, but found the man had died at the said his next of kin had been told and appealed for witnesses, or anyone with CCTV footage, to get in touch. Listen to highlights from Hull and East Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, watch the latest episode of Look North or tell us about a story you think we should be covering here.
