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Martha's Rule expands to all England A&E departments

The NHS is rolling out Martha's Rule to every emergency department in England, letting patients, families, and staff request an urgent review of care. The system, named after 13-year-old Martha Mills who died from sepsis, allows people to call a dedicated phone number if a patient's condition is worsening.

By BriefTea Editorial · 22 September 2026 at 6:45

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