Mia Lucas: Mum says 12-year-old's death was 'preventable'
The mother of Mia Lucas, 12, says her daughter's death at a psychiatric unit was 'preventable'. An inquest heard her safety concerns were 'not taken seriously'. Read the full story.
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Girl's death linked to undiagnosed brain condition
New evidence reveals Mia Lucas, 12, had treatable autoimmune encephalitis before her death in a psychiatric unit. The inquest hears how missed diagnoses led to tragedy.
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.
Freddy Brazier: Psychiatric Ward on 18th Birthday
Freddy Brazier bravely details his mental health crisis, including a suicide attempt and being sectioned. Now sober and expecting a child, he shares his journey to recovery.
Inquest: Staff failed to warn before girl's suicide
An inquest hears staff at a specialist unit failed to share that Mia Lucas, 12, had tied a ligature hours before her death. For confidential support call the Samaritans.
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.
Inquest into death of girl, 12, at Sheffield mental health unit
An inquest begins into the death of 12-year-old Mia Lucas at The Becton Centre in Sheffield, weeks after she was sectioned. Her mother says 'she didn't need to die'. Follow for updates.
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.
Lady Gaga reveals mental health crisis after A Star Is Born
Lady Gaga discloses psychiatric care and lithium use during A Star Is Born filming. The pop star cancelled her 2018 tour due to mental health struggles. Read her recovery story.
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.
Antibiotic shows promise for schizophrenia treatment
Groundbreaking research suggests the widely-used antibiotic doxycycline could help alleviate symptoms of schizophrenia by targeting brain inflammation, offering new hope for mental health treatment.
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.
Mum ate cigarettes and drank hand sanitiser in mental health crisis
A mother's mental health breakdown led to shocking acts of desperation as she consumed cigarettes from an ashtray and drank hand sanitiser while waiting for NHS help.
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.
Afghan knifeman who attacked toddlers in psychiatric care
An Afghan asylum seeker who launched a frenzied knife attack on young children and their mothers in a French park continues to receive psychiatric treatment as authorities investigate the shocking incident that left a three-year-old fighting for life.
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.
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.
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.
Scottish NHS Crisis: 'Cradle to Grave' Care Under Threat
Senior medical leaders sound alarm over Scotland's NHS funding crisis, warning the cherished 'cradle to grave' healthcare principle faces collapse without urgent financial intervention.
Cannabis rewires young brains: psychiatrist's urgent warning
Leading psychiatrist Professor Sir Robin Murray reveals alarming new evidence about cannabis's devastating impact on developing brains and calls for urgent public health action.
Flourishing at 50: Revolutionary Aged Care Success
Discover the groundbreaking aged care facility in Surrey that's redefining senior living, where residents in their 50s and 60s are thriving through innovative care approaches and community integration.
NHS Crisis: 12-Hour A&E Waits Risking Lives
Exclusive investigation reveals how dangerously long NHS waiting times are jeopardising patient safety, with mini-stroke victims facing potentially catastrophic delays in emergency care.
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