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Chilling CCTV shows Brisbane nurse before alleged murder

Disturbing new CCTV footage has emerged showing the final encounter between a Brisbane nurse and the man she is accused of murdering, who had previously expressed fear for his life. The footage reveals a tense confrontation moments before the alleged atta

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.

Midwife Investigated Over Social Media Posts on Zionism

The Nursing and Midwifery Council has launched a fitness-to-practise investigation into a UK midwife following complaints about her social media activity related to Palestine and Zionism, raising questions about professional conduct and free speech.

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.

Nurses offered £60K to work on remote UK island

Health chiefs on the Isle of Rum are offering nurses a £60,000 salary to work on one of the UK's most remote islands, famed for its breathtaking landscapes and tiny population.

Abandoned NY nursing home sold to cannabis firm

A derelict nursing home in New York has been snapped up by a cannabis company for $1.5 million, sparking debate over the changing landscape of property and business in the state.

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

Family treats sick child at home amid NHS crisis

A desperate family in Sheffield had to care for their seriously ill child at home after NHS services failed to provide timely hospital care, highlighting the deepening crisis in England's healthcare system.

NHS faces 40,000 nursing vacancies crisis

New FOI data reveals a staggering 40,000+ nursing vacancies in the NHS, as the Royal College of Nursing warns of a staffing crisis threatening patient care.

NHS faces 40,000 nursing vacancies crisis

The NHS faces a staffing catastrophe with over 40,000 nursing and midwifery roles unfilled, exacerbating pressure on frontline services. Experts warn of dire consequences for patient care.

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.

Inside the Heroic World of A&E Nurses

An eye-opening account of the tireless dedication and resilience of A&E nurses, as witnessed during a shadowing shift in a busy UK hospital.

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.

Nurse banned for life after patient theft

A Scottish nurse has been struck off after stealing money from a vulnerable patient in her care. The Nursing and Midwifery Council found her actions 'fundamentally incompatible' with professional standards.

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.

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.

Kirkcaldy nurse struck off for misconduct

A Fife nurse has been removed from the nursing register after misconduct involving a vulnerable patient, as ruled by the Nursing and Midwifery Council.

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