Social Care Crisis: 1 in 3 Workers Plan Exit
Shocking new figures reveal nearly a third of social care staff in England are considering quitting within the next two years, threatening to collapse an already strained system.
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GP Surgery Opening Times: Your Guide to NHS Appointments
Struggling to see your GP? New NHS data reveals the exact opening times for surgeries across England, making it easier to book appointments and access care.
Violence in GP Surgeries Driven by Waits and Drug Refusals
Shocking new international research reveals a surge in violent incidents at GP surgeries, driven primarily by frustration over appointment delays and prescription refusals. The study calls for urgent safety measures for healthcare staff.
BMA Accuses NHS England of 'Gaslighting' GPs Over Imposed Contract
The British Medical Association has accused NHS England of 'gaslighting' GPs and imposing a contract, escalating a bitter dispute over primary care funding and workload.
UK Social Care System At Breaking Point - Report Warns
A devastating report reveals Britain's adult social care system is at breaking point, with chronic underfunding and staff shortages leaving vulnerable adults at risk. Experts warn of a 'deepening crisis' requiring urgent government action.
1.5 Million Brits Now Full-Time Unpaid Carers in Crisis
Exclusive analysis reveals a staggering 12% surge in full-time, unpaid carers across the UK, with over 1.5 million people now providing round-the-clock care for loved ones, highlighting a growing social care crisis.
Holocaust survivor, 98, beaten to death in care home
A 98-year-old Holocaust survivor has been brutally murdered in her US nursing home. Her 82-year-old roommate has been charged with second-degree murder in a shocking case that raises serious questions about patient safety and care home vetting procedures.
Vet's Essential Autumn Pet Care Guide: 5 Crucial Tips
Expert veterinary advice on how to safeguard your dog or cat from autumn hazards like conkers, antifreeze, and seasonal anxiety. Learn essential tips for grooming, exercise, and creating a safe home environment.
Care Home Cupcake Death Sparks Police Investigation
A 45-year-old care home resident with Down's syndrome has died after choking on a cupcake, prompting a serious police investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident at the privately-run facility.
Britain's Elderly Care Crisis: When Will Politicians Act?
As the UK's aged care system reaches breaking point, families and carers are demanding urgent political action. This investigation reveals why meaningful reform is being delayed and what must change.
Nuns Evicted From Care Home After Six Decades
In a poignant turn of events, an order of nuns running a cherished care home in Chigwell, Essex, face eviction after six decades of service. The Sisters of the Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary must return to their convent, leaving residents and the local c
Children's care home costs hit £320,000 per year in England
Exclusive: The average annual cost for a children's care home place in England has reached £319,680, pushing local authorities to breaking point and forcing desperate measures to protect vulnerable youth.
1.5 Million Patients Wait Over 4 Weeks for NHS GP Appointments
Exclusive data reveals a deepening crisis in NHS England as patients face record waits for GP appointments, with government pledges falling short.
Unclaimed Children's Coats Reveal UK Care System Crisis
An exclusive investigation uncovers the poignant tale of unclaimed children's coats in UK care systems, revealing a silent epidemic of loneliness and the urgent need for foster families.
Care staff indicted after woman freezes to death in home
Two carers from a Texas care facility face criminal charges after 69-year-old Cynthia Pierce was found frozen to death in her bed during a catastrophic power outage, exposing a shocking failure in duty of care.
Unison Chief: UK Social Care System is 'Broken'
Christina McAnea, head of Britain's largest union, issues a stark warning on the UK's social care crisis, calling for immediate funding and a national strategy to fix the crumbling system.
Hospice nurse's emotional plea for assisted dying law change
An experienced hospice nurse from Sussex shares her emotional journey and urges UK lawmakers to reconsider assisted dying laws, revealing the harsh realities of terminal suffering.
Trump defeats Haley in South Carolina Republican primary
Donald Trump defeats Nikki Haley in her home state primary, solidifying his path to the 2024 Republican presidential nomination. Key results and analysis from the South Carolina showdown.
Care worker waved soiled underpants at elderly resident
Shocking misconduct uncovered as a carer at a UK care home is filmed waving soiled underwear in an 85-year-old woman's face. The distressing incident has sparked outrage and calls for urgent reform in the care sector.
Teacher finds live snake in pupil's lunchbox
A UK primary school teacher was left stunned after discovering a live corn snake inside a child's lunchbox. The reptile, now named 'Slithers', has been safely rehomed.
Elderly Home Care Programme Failing, Puts Australians at Risk
A critical government programme designed to keep elderly Australians out of hospitals is failing, with new reports revealing severe risks and neglect, leaving the most vulnerable in peril.
Cornwall Council Uses AI to Decide Elderly Care Budgets
Cornwall Council has implemented an AI algorithm to determine care funding for elderly and vulnerable residents, replacing human assessors in a move critics call 'dangerous and inhuman'.
Share your experiences of caregiving for family in the UK
Guardian seeks personal stories from Britain's informal caregivers. Share the challenges and realities of supporting elderly relatives and siblings to shed light on this vital, often hidden, workforce.
Brain-Eating Amoeba Death in Missouri Lake Prompts Warning
Health officials confirm a tragic death from a rare brain-eating amoeba, Naegleria fowleri, after swimming in an Iowa lake. Learn the symptoms and how to stay safe.
Blind woman dies after being scalded by cup of tea in care home
A damning inquest reveals systemic failures at a UK care home after an 89-year-old blind resident, Jeanette Williams, suffered fatal burns from a negligently served cup of tea. The coroner issues a formal prevention of future deaths report.
Inside an abandoned British primary school frozen in time
Explore the haunting beauty of a forgotten primary school in the UK, where classrooms remain untouched for years, offering a glimpse into the past.
School mourns 'kind and bright' boy, 11, who died suddenly
A primary school community is in mourning after the sudden death of an 11-year-old boy described as 'kind, funny, and incredibly bright'. Tributes pour in for the beloved pupil.
Teacher suspended over 'coronavirus' spelling test row
A primary school teacher has been suspended after giving pupils zero marks for misspelling 'coronavirus' in a spelling test, sparking outrage among parents.
Minnesota Dems Unite Behind Ilhan Omar in Primary Battle
Minnesota Democrats unite to support Rep. Ilhan Omar against a well-funded primary challenger, highlighting divisions within the party.
Kids as young as five write Valentine's cards for asylum seekers
A UK primary school has sparked debate by asking children as young as five to create Valentine's Day cards for asylum seekers, with critics calling it 'inappropriate'.
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