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.
Shocking neglect as Maria Hermilia Murrieta, 76, is left for two days on a cold hospital floor in Peru without a bed, food, or water. Her family's desperate plea exposes a healthcare system in crisis.
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.
Terminally ill patients were abruptly transferred from a closing hospice, with reports of chaotic scenes and distress in their final hours. Managers accused of cruelty.
A mother shares her terrifying experience after routine shoulder pain led to sudden paralysis, exposing gaps in NHS emergency care.
A cross-party group of MPs warns that private firms are profiting at the expense of NHS patients, calling for stricter regulations to safeguard public healthcare.
A care worker has dodged prison after filming herself performing a TikTok dance on an elderly dementia patient without consent. The disturbing incident has sparked outrage.
Emergency care at Countess of Chester Hospital falls short of legal standards following the Lucy Letby case, raising serious concerns over patient safety.
Patients in London and Wales face the worst GP shortages in England, with some doctors handling over 2,500 patients each. Experts warn of a growing crisis in primary care.
A grieving family shares their heartbreak after a mother passes away during her journey to London for life-saving cancer treatment, raising urgent questions about healthcare access.
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 mother shares her harrowing experience of being sexually assaulted during a home birth, raising serious concerns about patient safety and midwifery practices.
England's NHS waiting lists have surged to a staggering 7.6 million, marking the highest number on record. Experts warn of worsening delays amid staff shortages and funding crises.
A grieving family demands answers after a father tragically dies in a scalding hot bath at a care home, sparking urgent safety concerns.
A recent report reveals the alarming levels of overwork among nurses in Swiss hospitals, raising concerns about patient care and staff wellbeing.
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.
A damning report reveals severe neglect at Royal Darwin Hospital, where a patient was left screaming in pain for hours without proper care. Read the full investigation.
Care homes across Britain are installing brass plaques with QR codes linked to ChatGPT, raising ethical concerns about replacing human interaction with AI.
A coroner has revealed severe care failings during the last months of former England cricketer Graham Thorpe's life, raising urgent questions about patient welfare.
Dozens of UK hospitals are at risk of closure due to severe funding cuts and rising operational costs, sparking fears of a deepening healthcare crisis. Experts warn of dire consequences for patient care.
Critical IT failure disrupts patient care at Gloucestershire hospitals, forcing staff to revert to paper records amid ongoing tech crisis.
A damning report reveals systemic failings in NHS maternity services, prompting demands for immediate action to improve care standards.
Patients at Blacktown Hospital face agonising delays in emergency care, with some waiting up to 12 hours for treatment. Experts warn of a growing crisis in NSW healthcare.
A patient in Eccles was left waiting outside their home for an ambulance, raising concerns over response times and service reliability in the North West.
A personal account of exceptional mental healthcare under the NHS, highlighting the dedication and humanity of its staff.
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.
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.
A new study reveals stark disparities in GP care across England, with more than a fifth of patients receiving inadequate services. Find out how your area fares.
A groundbreaking study from the University of Dundee shows that patients value doctors who take the time to listen, highlighting a gap in current healthcare practices.