New figures reveal Scotland's drug death rate is more than double that of 2016 and triple the UK average, with Nicola Sturgeon's government facing fierce criticism over a public health emergency.
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.
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.
A landmark study has identified the countries where the pursuit of the perfect selfie has turned deadly, with India leading a sobering global ranking of fatalities. Discover the treacherous locations and the tragic human cost behind the social media trend
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'.
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.
In a heart-wrenching interview, Paul McNeill speaks out after his sister Jacqueline became the one millionth person to die on UK roads, demanding urgent government action on road safety to prevent further tragedies.
Shocking discovery at a Colorado funeral home as authorities find 115 bodies improperly stored, with some dating back to 2019. Families speak of their devastation as FBI joins investigation.
A damning parliamentary inquiry exposes a systemic failure in NHS maternity care, with women facing traumatic births, life-changing injuries, and an 'unacceptable' number of preventable deaths, demanding urgent government action.
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.
Two men have pleaded guilty after a reckless stolen car joyride ended in tragedy, crashing into a dementia care home in Sheffield and causing the deaths of two elderly residents.
A lavish holiday home frequented by A-listers has been dubbed 'cursed' after a string of tragic deaths linked to the property. Discover the eerie history behind this celebrity hotspot.
A fascinating study uncovers the strangest and most tragic deaths in Tudor England, from bizarre accidents to shocking misfortunes that shaped history.
A married mother's desperate plea to visit her dying father in a care home led to a devastating revelation about his true identity.
A shocking report reveals maternal deaths in the UK have surged to levels not seen in 20 years, with stark disparities affecting Black and Asian women disproportionately.
Exclusive footage reveals care workers dragging a teenage boy by his ankles in a shocking display of mistreatment. The incident has sparked outrage and calls for an investigation.
A shocking report reveals that vulnerable residents from an Oxford care home were forcibly deported to Ghana by the Home Office, sparking outrage and calls for accountability.
Labour highlights alarming rise in maternal deaths during childbirth, urging immediate NHS action to improve maternity care and reduce preventable fatalities.
Two prisoners have died at HMP Low Newton, the same facility where notorious child killer Lucy Letby is held. Authorities are investigating the deaths, which occurred within days of each other.
A grieving family demands answers after a father tragically dies in a scalding hot bath at a care home, sparking urgent safety concerns.
The UK care sector faces a staffing crisis as Labour's new visa restrictions could deter migrant workers, leaving vulnerable patients at risk. Experts warn this policy is short-sighted and politically motivated.
New figures reveal a deepening crisis in the UK's adult social care sector, with a staggering 152,000 vacant positions. Experts warn of severe consequences for vulnerable adults as recruitment struggles continue.
The Australian government is under fire as delays to crucial aged care reforms spark outrage among advocates and opposition leaders.
Care homes across Britain are installing brass plaques with QR codes linked to ChatGPT, raising ethical concerns about replacing human interaction with AI.
A damning report highlights how UK aid budget reductions have led to increased mortality rates in Africa, with experts warning of long-term humanitarian consequences.
New data reveals a worrying surge in complaints about UK care homes, with Age UK highlighting deteriorating conditions and staffing shortages. Experts call for urgent reforms.
Official figures reveal an alarming increase in maternal deaths across the UK, even as birth rates decline. Experts warn of systemic failures in maternity care.
A heartbreaking case of newborn twins who died just days apart has finally been resolved, with medical experts uncovering the tragic cause behind their untimely deaths.
A coroner's report reveals a series of catastrophic failures at a Bristol care home that led to the tragic death of a vulnerable woman. Read the full investigation.
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