Doctor's painkiller dose fuels assisted dying debate
A retired cardiologist reveals giving a 'very large dose' to end suffering, backing the assisted dying bill after witnessing 'grotesque' deaths. Read his powerful testimony.
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Doctor backs assisted dying bill after 'horrific' deaths
Retired cardiologist Dr Liam Hughes reveals giving a 'very large dose' of painkillers to end suffering, urging support for the assisted dying bill to prevent 'grotesque' deaths.
NHS Hospitals Forced to Install Corridor Call Bells
An investigation finds NHS hospitals are fitting corridors with medical sockets and call bells as temporary wards. Discover the safety risks and official response.
How to access NHS urgent care on New Year's Day
Your GP may be closed on the bank holiday, but urgent NHS help is available via NHS 111 online, the NHS App, or by phone. Find out how to get medical advice and care on January 1st.
How to access NHS urgent care on New Year's Day
GP surgeries are closed for the bank holiday, but NHS 111 and other services remain available for urgent medical help across the UK. Find out how to get assistance.
GP's Christmas Dementia Care Advice for UK Families
An NHS GP urges families to reassess dementia care over Christmas, highlighting key signs that specialist support may be needed. Plan for safety and dignity.
Free NHS prescriptions and dental care for care leavers
The UK government announces free prescriptions, dental, and eye care for care leavers up to age 25. New measures aim to tackle health inequalities and improve support for thousands of young people.
Free NHS Care for Care Leavers Until Age 25 Announced
Health Secretary Wes Streeting announces free prescriptions, dental and eye care for care leavers until 25. New measures aim to tackle the stark inequalities faced by young adults leaving the care system.
Postpartum haemorrhage rates hit five-year high in England
Experts argue rising postpartum haemorrhage rates are linked to high caesarean rates, not care quality. They call for more midwifery support and maternal choice in NHS maternity services.
Gov Plan: More People to Die at Home, Not Hospital
The UK government unveils a major plan to reform end-of-life care, allowing more people to choose to die at home. The move aims to end the 'postcode lottery' and prevent traumatic hospital deaths.
Elderly face eviction as Lancashire care homes face axe
Relatives of elderly residents at Woodlands care home react with fury as Reform-led council proposes closure. Families fear the devastating human cost of relocation.
476 Scottish Care Homes Close, Families Face 100-Mile Trips
New figures reveal 476 care homes in Scotland have closed in a decade, forcing relatives to travel over 100 miles to visit loved ones. Industry bosses warn of an NHS crisis. Discover the impact.
NHS Cancer Care Crisis: Patients Face Dangerous Delays
Exclusive investigation reveals how NHS patients face devastating delays in cancer diagnosis and treatment, with some waiting months for vital care as services struggle under immense pressure.
Paul Ogrady saves pensioner from care home eviction
Heartwarming story reveals how TV star Paul Ogrady intervened to save 89-year-old Betty Smith from being forced out of her home of 40 years after council care cuts threatened her independence.
End-of-Life Care Needs Fundamental Reform, Not Just Funding
A damning new report reveals that Britain's palliative care system requires fundamental transformation, not just increased funding, as thousands face inadequate support during their final days.
Lancashire Council Plans Care Home Closures to Save £4m
Reform-run Lancashire County Council faces fierce backlash over controversial proposals to shut down care homes, aiming to save £4m annually amid growing elderly care crisis.
Britain's invisible web of care revealed
Amidst NHS pressures and social care cuts, an intricate network of informal carers across the UK is providing vital support to vulnerable people, new research reveals.
Hospice Doctor's Stark NHS Crisis Warning
A senior hospice doctor reveals why the current NHS crisis feels fundamentally different from anything he's witnessed before, sharing powerful insights from decades of end-of-life care.
Winter Snake Plant Care: 7 Essential Tips
Discover expert winter care secrets for snake plants. Learn how to protect your Sansevieria from cold damage, adjust watering routines, and maintain vibrant growth through the challenging months.
Elderly face 'corridor medicine' in NHS crisis
Shocking new data reveals thousands of older patients are being treated in hospital corridors for hours, with some waiting up to 24 hours for proper care as NHS emergency services buckle under pressure.
NHS Corridor Care Crisis: Patients Witness Deaths
Shocking NHS report reveals patients are experiencing severe trauma after witnessing deaths while receiving 'corridor care' in overcrowded hospitals across England.
Grandma found dead after care home disappearance
Heartbreaking story of 83-year-old Jeanette Stone who wandered from her care facility and was later discovered deceased in a neighbour's garden, sparking urgent safety reviews.
Dr Amir Khan exposes NHS corridor medicine crisis
ITV's resident GP Dr Amir Khan exposes the brutal truth about patients receiving treatment in hospital corridors as NHS faces unprecedented winter pressures.
US Hospital Crisis: Patients Treated in Corridors
Exclusive investigation reveals American hospitals at breaking point with patients receiving critical care in hallways and temporary spaces due to severe overcrowding.
Hospice Crisis: Why End-of-Life Care Needs Funding Now
As Britain faces a growing crisis in palliative care, hospices struggle with funding gaps while demand surges. Discover why investing in compassionate end-of-life care is essential for our society's wellbeing.
Veteran dies in scalding care home shower - family sues
The family of a 73-year-old US Army veteran is suing an Oklahoma care facility after he suffered fatal burns in a dangerously hot shower, alleging gross negligence and wrongful death.
Care home bosses jailed for £1.2m fraud against residents
Two care home directors from Surrey have been sentenced to prison after systematically defrauding elderly and vulnerable residents of over £1.2 million in a shocking case of financial abuse.
Hospice funding crisis forces cuts for terminally ill
Exclusive investigation reveals how government funding shortfalls are forcing hospices across England to reduce essential services for terminally ill patients, creating a postcode lottery for end-of-life care.
UK End-of-Life Care Crisis Exposed in Damning Report
A damning new report exposes critical gaps in UK end-of-life care, with terminally ill patients facing unacceptable delays and inadequate support during their final days.
NHS physiotherapy crisis revealed in damning poll
Exclusive survey shows NHS physiotherapy services in steep decline as outdated equipment and inadequate facilities compromise patient recovery across the UK.
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