A pregnant nurse is taking her GP brother to an employment tribunal after he dismissed her from the family-run clinic, claiming he tried to 'soften the blow' by not explicitly telling her she was sacked. The case exposes a bitter family and professional r
A damning parliamentary report exposes a stark racial divide in UK maternity care, revealing Black women are disproportionately harmed by systemic NHS failures and neglect.
Shadow Health Secretary Wes Streeting launches a comprehensive review into England's crisis-hit NHS maternity services, pledging a 'fundamental shift' in care following a series of devastating scandals.
Exclusive: A major national investigation has been launched into 14 NHS maternity units following a series of tragic baby deaths and life-changing injuries. Discover which trusts are under scrutiny and why.
A satirical cartoon by Edith Pritchett imagines the ultimate maternity trousers, featuring a comically large, baggy sack designed for expectant mothers to hide in, offering a witty take on modern pregnancy apparel.
An exclusive investigation by The Independent reveals a deepening crisis in NHS maternity care, with staff forced to deliver babies in outdated and potentially unsafe buildings across England.
A landmark NHS audit uncovers a dramatic rise in medical interventions during childbirth, with C-sections and inductions now featured in more than 50% of UK births, sparking a national debate on maternity care.
Exclusive: Devastated families reveal how NHS trust failures led to preventable baby deaths. Shocking report exposes critical midwife shortages and catastrophic communication breakdowns at Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Trust.
A landmark legal battle unfolds as a California nudist resort is sued for alleged discrimination against single men, challenging the ethics of its 'couples-only' membership rules.
A UK fire service chief has been dismissed after a tribunal found he discriminated against a disabled employee with PTSD, culminating in the callous act of throwing the man's phone into a hedge during a crisis.
Groundbreaking research reveals how your first name can significantly impact your chances of securing a job interview, uncovering hidden biases in the hiring process.
A harrowing independent review into Nottingham's maternity services reveals a decade of catastrophic failures, avoidable baby deaths, and maternal injuries, prompting urgent national calls for NHS reform.
A former Buffalo Wild Wings manager alleges the restaurant chain refused to hire a qualified woman because she wasn't considered 'pretty' enough, exposing a discriminatory hiring policy.
A pregnant woman's routine hospital trip for stomach pains ended with the breathtaking birth of her son at just 30 weeks. This urgent UK maternity story reveals the moment 'indigestion' turned into a dramatic premature delivery.
Canadian comedian Katherine Ryan opens up about her deeply personal choice to privately bank her placenta's stem cells after the birth of her third child, highlighting a growing trend in proactive healthcare decisions.
Health officials issue a stark warning as whooping cough cases in England hit a dramatic high. Pregnant women are strongly advised to get vaccinated to protect their newborns from this potentially fatal disease.
A devastating maternity incident at a British hospital is under investigation after a newborn baby tragically died shortly after an emergency caesarean section, leaving a family in mourning and raising serious questions.
UK Health Security Agency issues critical warning as whooping cough cases surge. Pregnant women urged to get vaccinated to protect newborns, with five infant deaths already reported.
Health officials issue a dire alert after a baby dies from whooping cough amidst a dramatic drop in vaccination uptake across England. Experts warn of a potential public health crisis as cases surge to alarming levels.
The incredible story of how a routine check by vigilant NHS nurses on baby Victoria led to the shocking discovery of a rare and dangerous spinal defect, saving her from paralysis.
A bereaved mother shares her powerful story of using a cold cot, a special refrigerated crib, to spend precious days with her stillborn daughter, advocating for wider access to the devices across UK hospitals.
Singer Pixie Lott, expecting her first child, stuns in a racy black sheer bodysuit at a London launch party, confidently showcasing her pregnancy glow.
Illinois establishes a groundbreaking, state-funded legal hotline offering free, immediate counsel to LGBTQ+ residents facing discrimination, housing issues, and civil rights violations.
A Utah family has been awarded a staggering $1 billion in damages after medical negligence at a Steward Healthcare-owned hospital resulted in their baby being born with severe, permanent disabilities. The landmark ruling highlights critical failures in ma
A UK woman's decision to have an unassisted 'freebirth' at home ended in tragedy when her baby was stillborn. This harrowing case has ignited a fierce debate about the risks of unregulated births and maternal choices.
Golden State Cider Company is embroiled in a major discrimination lawsuit after a UK-based employee was allegedly fired for taking time off to care for her premature newborn. The shocking case raises serious questions about corporate ethics and maternity
Former President Donald Trump is being sued by Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, who alleges a campaign of racial and gender-based discrimination derailed her initial confirmation. The landmark case exposes deep tensions within the US financial oversigh
A grieving family demands answers after a healthy new mother, Krystal Márquez, died from a sepsis infection just days after a routine caesarean section at Trillium Health Partners' Mississauga Hospital, Ontario.
A California mother's transatlantic journey with British Airways turned into a distressing ordeal when cabin crew instructed her to stop breastfeeding her infant, sparking outrage and debate over airline policies and maternal rights.
Exclusive: Phyllis Hyman shares her astonishing story of pregnancy denial at 46, detailing the moment she forgot her own pregnancy before a routine scan. A powerful tale of late motherhood, memory, and maternal joy.