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Martha's Rule rolled out at every A&E department in England

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What happened

The rule is named after 13-year-old Martha Mills, whose family's concerns about her care were not listened to before her death.

Key facts

  • The rule is named after 13-year-old Martha Mills, whose family's concerns about her care were not listened to before her death.
  • Reported by BBC Health and published Mon, 21 Sep 2026 23:38:57 UTC.

Why it matters

Outbreaks, approvals and guidance changes have direct practical consequences for care, travel and public-health planning.

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Sources

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