The NHS At 70
LBC pays tribute to the National Health Service

GP surgery shortages - but what does this mean for patients?

A recent poll found half of GP practices across England have a shortage of doctors. Those left are forced to juggle a large caseload and an even bigger pile of paperwork. LBC’s reporter Andy Ballantyne has been finding out if patient care is at risk.

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What challenges have the NHS faced over its 70 year reign and how have they overcome them?

Staffing levels, mental health, social care... we all know some of the many challenges facing the NHS today as it celebrates its 70th year. But what has it had to deal with - and managed to overcome - in the past? LBC′s Lucy Hough has taken a look back through history...

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NHS on the front line; LBC at one of Europe′s largest hospitals

All week we′ll be marking the 70th anniversary of the National Health Service visiting hospitals around the country to see what conditions are like for patients and staff. LBC′s Lucy Hough has spent the day the Royal London Hospital in Whitechapel - one of Europe′s biggest hospitals.

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NHS baby: ′The NHS has always looked after me very well′

A man who was born on the day the NHS launched has told LBC is he proud. Gavin Scott spoke to LBC’s Connor Gillies as the National Health Service celebrates its 70th birthday.

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NHS turns to robots for advances in medical treatment

Earlier this year, the NHS put out a public tender of a £300million contract to develop surgical robots. Bradford Royal Infirmary has used their Da Vinci Robot in more than 1,000 procedures. Charlotte Lynch visited to see how it works.

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The fight to save the first NHS Hospital

Teignmouth is a stunning coastal town with long sandy beaches, and a prime location for tourists. In 1954, the first purpose built NHS Hospital in the UK, opened there. But on the 70th anniversary of the NHS, there′s a row brewing about what to do next with the hospital.

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Who is Aneurin Bevan - and what did he do for the NHS?

The NHS reaches every corner of the United Kingdom but few know it’s foundations are deeply rooted within a small town in the south Wales valleys. Tredegar is now a very different place but an idea that emerged as a way to take care of miners – now forms the key principle of what we recognise as the NHS today.

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Shelagh Fogarty

Shelagh Fogarty gives two very personal reasons why the NHS is so precious.

Steve Allen

Steve Allen has had a few health problems in the last year. This is his love letter to the NHS.

Nigel Farage

Nigel Farage explains how the NHS has helped him more than most.

Nick Ferrari

Nick Ferrari tells the emotional story of how the NHS saved the life of his brother.

Maajid Nawaz

Maajid Nawaz explains why having the NHS as a safety blanket is so vital.

Iain Dale

Iain Dale discusses the biggest challenges facing the NHS in the next few years.

James O’Brien

James O’Brien gives two reasons why we all owe the NHS so much – and why we need to save it.

DR. PAUL GIBBS

This doctor tells LBC how transplant services are expanding more and more in the NHS.

OPEN HEART

The incredible story of how an inspirational NHS doctor saved the life of a 12-year-old with Rheumatic fever. He lived until he was 80.

NHS BABY

Meet two people who were born on the very first day of the NHS.

HEART LINK

Heart Link is a charity set up to help children with congenital heart problems, supporting the youngsters and parents. These are the heroes behind it.

BLOOD AND TRANSPLANTS

Not many people know about the Bristol Donor Centre, but the work they do is vital for people across the UK. LBC goes behind the scenes.

66 YEARS

Monica Bulman has just retired after working for the NHS for 66 of its 70 years. She explains why it’s such a special place to work.

55 YEARS

Meet David Prout, the Psychiatric Nurse who has been working for the NHS for a remarkable 55 years.