UK Warning: Child Overdoses on Melatonin Sleep Gummies Spike
Exclusive: A sharp rise in UK children hospitalised after overdosing on 'sleep aid' gummies prompts urgent safety warnings from health officials and poison control centres.
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Sedated Children Flown on Small Planes for NHS Treatments
An investigation reveals vulnerable children are being sedated and transported on small planes for NHS treatments due to a lack of specialist beds, raising serious safety and ethical concerns.
UK Warning: Kids Overdosing on Melatonin Gummies
UK health experts issue a stark warning as children's melatonin gummy overdoses surge. Learn the risks and essential safety tips for parents.
Boy, 12, Hospitalised After Vaping: 'Chest On Fire'
A 12-year-old British boy was rushed to hospital with severe chest pain and breathing difficulties after using an illegal vape. Doctors issue urgent warning on the dangers of illicit e-cigarettes to children.
Scotland's drug deaths worst in Europe for seventh year
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.
Baby's 'Stubbornness' Diagnosed as Rare Stroke
A UK baby's missed developmental milestones were actually a rare stroke. This is the story of his parents' fight for a diagnosis and his incredible recovery against the odds.
Girl, 6, dies from rare brain tumour after brave battle
The heartbroken family of six-year-old Marnie-Jae Grundy from Stoke-on-Trent is fundraising after she lost her courageous fight against an aggressive and rare brain tumour, DIPG.
NASA Tech Saves UK Girl in Groundbreaking Heart Surgery
A young girl from the UK is thriving after surgeons used revolutionary NASA-derived technology to cure her rare heart condition in a world-first procedure.
Toddler hospitalised after mum's Disneyland tracking device mistake
A family trip to Disneyland Paris ends in a paediatric emergency after a mother's high-tech tracking device mistake leads to her toddler ingesting a battery. Exclusive details on the hidden dangers of 'smart' gadgets for children.
Boy's blurry vision reveals rare brain tumour
A six-year-old boy's routine eye test uncovered a life-threatening brain tumour. His parents share their harrowing story to urge other families not to overlook vision changes in children.
Mother's instinct saves girl after NHS misdiagnosis
A mother's intuition triumphs after UK doctors repeatedly misdiagnose her daughter's deadly brain condition as a simple virus. Discover the harrowing story of a missed diagnosis and a family's battle for answers.
World's Most Dangerous Countries for Selfies Revealed
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
Kids as young as 10 given NHS weight-loss jabs
Exclusive NHS data reveals a shocking rise in children as young as ten being prescribed anti-obesity injections like Wegovy, raising serious safety concerns among medical experts.
Children Under Four Sent to Weight Loss Clinics in UK
Exclusive investigation reveals a record number of young children, some just three years old, are being referred to specialist obesity services amid a growing national health emergency.
Miniature therapy horses help terminally ill children find voice
Heartwarming initiative uses miniature horses to provide emotional support and help children find their voice during their final days in paediatric palliative care across Britain.
NHS Hearing Aid Crisis: Toddlers Wait Two Years
Exclusive investigation reveals a devastating postcode lottery in paediatric audiology, with families facing agonising delays for children's hearing aids, leaving doctors in despair and toddlers' development at risk.
Daughter's Brain Tumour Dismissed as 'Tummy Bug'
Exclusive: A mother's harrowing account of her daughter's brain tumour misdiagnosis. Her persistent fight for an MRI scan saved her child's life, sparking urgent calls for improved paediatric care and awareness of brain tumour symptoms in the UK.
Brother's plea after sister becomes UK's 1 millionth road death
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.
UK Doctors Urge Covid Jabs for All Children Aged 5-11
The Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health updates its official stance, strongly recommending vaccination for healthy children aged 5-11 amid rising hospitalisations and new variant concerns.
Magnesium Gummies for Kids: Sleep Aid or Just Candy?
Nutritionists and paediatricians discuss the rising trend of magnesium glycinate gummies for children's sleep and overall health. Are they safe and effective?
Unluckiest Deaths in Tudor England Revealed
A fascinating study uncovers the strangest and most tragic deaths in Tudor England, from bizarre accidents to shocking misfortunes that shaped history.
Toddler dies after air hose medical procedure tragedy
A two-year-old boy tragically passed away after medical professionals attempted to remove a popcorn kernel from his nose using an air hose, which led to a fatal lung rupture. The heartbreaking incident has raised serious questions about paediatric emergen
FDA approves Pfizer COVID vaccine for children 5-11
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted emergency use authorisation for Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine in children aged 5 to 11, marking a pivotal moment in paediatric healthcare during the pandemic.
Surgeons perform groundbreaking paediatric procedures in UK
A team of skilled surgeons from Alder Hey Children's Hospital in Liverpool and Royal Bolton Hospital have successfully completed a series of complex paediatric procedures, showcasing medical excellence in the UK.
Deadly baby brain condition: Key warning signs revealed
Experts warn parents about the critical symptoms of VOGM, a rare but dangerous brain abnormality in infants that requires urgent medical attention.
Two prisoners die at Lucy Letby's jail
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.
Newborn HIV vaccine shows promise in trials
Scientists are testing a groundbreaking HIV vaccine designed for newborns, offering hope in the fight against the virus. Early results show strong immune responses in trials.
Girl, 4, dies after four hospital visits
A grieving family reveals their four-year-old daughter's tragic death following multiple hospital visits, raising serious concerns about NHS paediatric care.
UK aid cuts tied to thousands of African deaths - report
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.
NHS to vaccinate premature babies against RSV
The NHS is set to introduce a revolutionary vaccine to protect premature babies from severe respiratory infections like RSV, a major cause of winter hospitalisations.
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