Couple Die After Being Denied Hospital Treatment, Probe Launched
Health chiefs investigate after an elderly couple died from flu following claims they were told no doctor was available. Their daughter demands answers and change.
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NHS Hospitals Forced to Install Corridor Call Bells
An investigation finds NHS hospitals are fitting corridors with medical sockets and call bells as temporary wards. Discover the safety risks and official response.
94-Year-Old on Hospital Trolley for 3 Days After Stroke
Rita Holohan, 94, endured a three-day wait on a trolley in A&E after a suspected stroke. Her daughter, a nurse, calls care 'a joke'. Read the full story on NHS pressures.
94-year-old left on hospital trolley for three days
Rita Holohan, 94, waited three days on a trolley at Queen Elizabeth Hospital after a suspected stroke. Her daughter, a nurse, calls care 'a joke'. Read the shocking NHS pressures.
GP's Christmas Dementia Care Advice for UK Families
An NHS GP urges families to reassess dementia care over Christmas, highlighting key signs that specialist support may be needed. Plan for safety and dignity.
Elderly couple found dead after Thanksgiving in New Mexico
An elderly couple, Charles and Linda Lightfoot, were discovered dead in a New Mexico pasture days after a Thanksgiving visit. The search involved a Silver Alert and aerial drones. Read the full story.
Woman's prosthetic leg and mother's ashes vanish in hospital
Pamala Bronner awoke from leg amputation surgery to find her prosthetic leg, dentures, and mother's ashes missing from a Detroit hospital. Read her shocking story.
Gov Plan: More People to Die at Home, Not Hospital
The UK government unveils a major plan to reform end-of-life care, allowing more people to choose to die at home. The move aims to end the 'postcode lottery' and prevent traumatic hospital deaths.
Woman, 88, moved 121km due to aged care shortage
An 88-year-old woman broke her neck and three other bones, then had to move 121km from family after selling her home for aged care. Queensland's crisis sees 1,100 stuck in hospitals.
Health centre closure strands elderly patients
A New England mountain town's health centre closure forces 1,400 patients to travel further for care, severing vital patient-staff relationships. Discover the human impact.
Elderly face eviction as Lancashire care homes face axe
Relatives of elderly residents at Woodlands care home react with fury as Reform-led council proposes closure. Families fear the devastating human cost of relocation.
476 Scottish Care Homes Close, Families Face 100-Mile Trips
New figures reveal 476 care homes in Scotland have closed in a decade, forcing relatives to travel over 100 miles to visit loved ones. Industry bosses warn of an NHS crisis. Discover the impact.
Bosnia care home fire kills 15 from overloaded cable
Investigation reveals overloaded power cable caused fatal Bosnia retirement home fire killing 15 elderly residents. Authorities probe potential neglect as manager resigns.
Paul Ogrady saves pensioner from care home eviction
Heartwarming story reveals how TV star Paul Ogrady intervened to save 89-year-old Betty Smith from being forced out of her home of 40 years after council care cuts threatened her independence.
End-of-Life Care Needs Fundamental Reform, Not Just Funding
A damning new report reveals that Britain's palliative care system requires fundamental transformation, not just increased funding, as thousands face inadequate support during their final days.
Lancashire Council Plans Care Home Closures to Save £4m
Reform-run Lancashire County Council faces fierce backlash over controversial proposals to shut down care homes, aiming to save £4m annually amid growing elderly care crisis.
Nurse jailed for dirty needle on cancer teen
A NHS nurse has been sentenced to 15 months in prison for using an unsterile needle on a vulnerable teenage cancer patient and instructing them not to disclose the dangerous incident to anyone.
Hospice Doctor's Stark NHS Crisis Warning
A senior hospice doctor reveals why the current NHS crisis feels fundamentally different from anything he's witnessed before, sharing powerful insights from decades of end-of-life care.
Winter Snake Plant Care: 7 Essential Tips
Discover expert winter care secrets for snake plants. Learn how to protect your Sansevieria from cold damage, adjust watering routines, and maintain vibrant growth through the challenging months.
Nurse struck off over relationship with mental health patient
A Queensland nurse has been permanently banned from practising after developing an improper relationship with a mental health patient, including kissing sessions and escape room outings, in a serious breach of professional boundaries.
Elderly face 'corridor medicine' in NHS crisis
Shocking new data reveals thousands of older patients are being treated in hospital corridors for hours, with some waiting up to 24 hours for proper care as NHS emergency services buckle under pressure.
Grandma found dead after care home disappearance
Heartbreaking story of 83-year-old Jeanette Stone who wandered from her care facility and was later discovered deceased in a neighbour's garden, sparking urgent safety reviews.
US Hospital Crisis: Patients Treated in Corridors
Exclusive investigation reveals American hospitals at breaking point with patients receiving critical care in hallways and temporary spaces due to severe overcrowding.
Hospice Crisis: Why End-of-Life Care Needs Funding Now
As Britain faces a growing crisis in palliative care, hospices struggle with funding gaps while demand surges. Discover why investing in compassionate end-of-life care is essential for our society's wellbeing.
Veteran dies in scalding care home shower - family sues
The family of a 73-year-old US Army veteran is suing an Oklahoma care facility after he suffered fatal burns in a dangerously hot shower, alleging gross negligence and wrongful death.
Nurse struck off for slapping resident and biting colleague
A Manchester care home nurse has been removed from the profession after a shocking incident where she assaulted a vulnerable resident and attacked a colleague who tried to intervene.
Care home bosses jailed for £1.2m fraud against residents
Two care home directors from Surrey have been sentenced to prison after systematically defrauding elderly and vulnerable residents of over £1.2 million in a shocking case of financial abuse.
Elderly patients choosing AI over doctors reveals NHS crisis
An investigative report reveals why elderly patients are turning to AI health assistants like DeepSeek over traditional doctors, exposing critical gaps in the NHS healthcare system.
Flourishing at 50: Revolutionary Aged Care Success
Discover the groundbreaking aged care facility in Surrey that's redefining senior living, where residents in their 50s and 60s are thriving through innovative care approaches and community integration.
Sydney aged care manager accused of drugging residents
A Sydney aged care facility manager faces serious charges after allegedly administering sedatives to elderly residents without medical authorisation, raising concerns about vulnerable care standards.
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