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Husband's Agony After Wife's Tragic Death Following Birth
In a heart-wrenching exclusive, the husband of Lucy Connolly breaks his silence after her tragic death following a caesarean section at a UK hospital, raising serious questions about NHS maternity care.
Mum's suicide after NHS mental health care failings revealed
Exclusive: The heartbroken family of Danielle Greaney, 33, speak out after she took her own life following what they describe as catastrophic failings in her mental health care. The mother-of-two's tragic final days are detailed in a damning coroner's rep
NHS Maternity 'Crisis' Causing Trauma and Deaths - MPs
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.
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.
Severe morning sickness linked to higher cancer risk
New research reveals a startling connection between extreme pregnancy nausea and an increased likelihood of cancer later in life. Experts weigh in on the findings and what they mean for mothers.
Sarah Vaughan reveals maternal OCD battle
Award-winning novelist Sarah Vaughan opens up about her hidden struggle with maternal OCD, a debilitating mental health condition affecting new mothers, and how she overcame her darkest fears.
Trump aid cuts tied to rising maternal deaths in Ethiopia
New research highlights how US funding cuts under Trump's 'global gag rule' led to increased maternal mortality in Ethiopia, with women's health services severely impacted.
Teen's tragic death after fatigue warning shocks nation
A grieving mother shares her daughter's final words before a sudden cardiac arrest, urging others to recognise hidden health dangers.
UK maternal deaths reach 20-year high
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.
Placenta Pills: Help or Hype for New Mothers?
New mothers are turning to placenta pills for post-birth recovery, but experts warn of potential risks. Discover the science behind this polarising practice.
Care workers caught dragging teen in shocking footage
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.
Labour warns of rising maternal deaths in UK
Labour highlights alarming rise in maternal deaths during childbirth, urging immediate NHS action to improve maternity care and reduce preventable fatalities.
Hyperemesis Gravidarum: Beyond Morning Sickness
Hyperemesis gravidarum, often dismissed as 'morning sickness,' is a severe pregnancy condition causing relentless nausea and vomiting. Learn why medical recognition and support are crucial.
Father dies in scalding bath at care home
A grieving family demands answers after a father tragically dies in a scalding hot bath at a care home, sparking urgent safety concerns.
UK care sector faces 152,000 staff shortage crisis
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.
Labor faces backlash over aged care reform delays
The Australian government is under fire as delays to crucial aged care reforms spark outrage among advocates and opposition leaders.
Pesticide Danger to Pregnancies Exposed
Experts warn that pesticide exposure poses serious risks to pregnant women and unborn babies. Urgent policy changes are needed to safeguard maternal health.
ChatGPT plaques spark care home controversy
Care homes across Britain are installing brass plaques with QR codes linked to ChatGPT, raising ethical concerns about replacing human interaction with AI.
A mother's journey through birth and profound loss
A poignant exploration of grief and resilience as a mother shares her deeply personal experience of childbirth intertwined with profound loss.
UK aid cuts linked to rising maternal deaths in Africa
Reductions in UK foreign aid are having devastating consequences, with maternal mortality rates soaring in Africa due to slashed health budgets. Experts warn of a looming humanitarian crisis.
Black Women Face 5x Higher Maternal Death Risk in UK
Black women in the UK are five times more likely to die in childbirth than white women. Systemic racism in the NHS is putting lives at risk—urgent reform is needed.
UK care homes face crisis as complaints surge
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.
Half of Black women ignored during UK childbirth
A new report highlights systemic failures in UK maternity care, with 50% of Black women raising concerns during labour not receiving adequate support.
UK maternal deaths rise sharply despite fewer births
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.
Mother saved from sepsis by partner's CPR after childbirth
A mother who nearly died from sepsis after childbirth recounts her miraculous survival after her partner's quick-thinking CPR saved her life.
Mum almost dies in childbirth - partner saves her
A mother shares her harrowing near-death experience during childbirth, revealing how her partner had to perform CPR to save her life.
Pesticide mixtures raise pregnancy complication risks
Exposure to a mixture of pesticides during pregnancy may increase the risk of complications, according to groundbreaking research. Learn how these chemicals impact maternal and fetal health.
Bristol care home failures caused woman's death
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.
12-year-old dies after giving birth in Peru
A 12-year-old girl in Peru has tragically passed away after giving birth, sparking outrage and renewed calls for better protections for young girls.
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