URGENT: Martha's Rule Now Mandatory in All England Acute Hospitals

BREAKING NEWS Martha's Rule Now Mandatory in All England Acute Hospitals As of today, Martha's rule, a way for families to seek an urgent second opinion, is now mandatory in all acute hospitals across England. This decision comes after a successful pilot program saw almost 5,000 calls result in 241 potentially life-saving interventions. The rule was introduced following the tragic death of 13-year-old Martha Mills at King's College Hospital in London due to sepsis. Her family's concerns were ignored, leading to a campaign for greater patient involvement in medical care. Martha's mother, Merope Mills, welcomed the expansion but emphasized the need for UK-wide access. "This proves the need for a different, more equal kind of doctor-patient relationship," she said. The NHS has confirmed that all acute hospitals will now implement Martha's rule, which allows families to seek an urgent second opinion if they are concerned about their loved one's care. This is a significant development in patient safety and involvement. The full impact of this new policy remains to be seen, but initial results suggest it could save countless lives. This is a developing story. We will provide updates as more information becomes available. *This is a developing story. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available. Based on reporting from Bbc.*