Tanzania Trains Rats & Dogs to Sniff Out Diseases
Discover how Tanzania is training an elite squad of giant rats and dogs to detect diseases like tuberculosis and COVID-19 with astonishing accuracy, revolutionising public health in Africa.
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Dame Jacqueline Wilson's Lifelong Anxiety Struggle Revealed
Beloved children's author Dame Jacqueline Wilson gives a remarkably candid account of her lifelong battle with anxiety, sharing personal coping strategies and how her own experiences shaped iconic characters like Tracy Beaker.
Jack Osbourne's Heartbreaking Tribute to Late Friend
Jack Osbourne shares poignant final message from close friend who died by suicide, urging men to speak up about mental health struggles in powerful social media post.
Mother: NHS turned away my suicidal daughter
Exclusive: A heartbroken mother reveals how her suicidal 21-year-old daughter was denied urgent mental health support by the NHS, sparking outrage and calls for systemic reform.
Nurse's Death Blamed on NHS 'Systemic Neglect'
The grieving family of a dedicated NHS nurse who was found dead in a river alleges she was catastrophically failed by systemic neglect within the mental health service that was meant to protect her.
Jennifer Aniston Reveals Anxiety Struggle: "I Get Overwhelmed"
Friends star Jennifer Aniston, 56, bravely discusses her personal struggles with anxiety and feeling overwhelmed in candid new interview about mental wellness.
The African Kingdom That's Colder Than London
Forget everything you thought you knew about Africa. Tucked away in the mountains, the Kingdom of Lesotho offers a stunning, cool climate, epic adventures, and a unique cultural experience unlike any other on the continent.
Sonny Baker's 4-wicket debut stuns South Africa in ODI thriller
Young pace sensation Sonny Baker takes four wickets on his England ODI debut to dismantle South Africa and secure a thrilling series victory for the hosts at the County Ground in Northampton.
Nurse's 300-mile protest after NHS fails her son
A Scottish nurse drove from Kirkcaldy to Holyrood after NHS Fife discharged her vulnerable son without support. Read her emotional plea for mental health reform.
Elderly with dementia branded 'witches' in Africa
A harrowing investigation reveals how a lack of dementia awareness in Nigeria and Uganda is leading to the brutal ostracisation of elderly people, falsely accused of witchcraft and abandoned by their families.
Uganda's dementia crisis exposes global elderly care failures
Exclusive investigation reveals how Ugandan families face devastating dementia crisis without government support, as UK's NHS faces parallel challenges in geriatric care.
Trump suggests reopening mental asylums for homeless
Former President Donald Trump has controversially suggested solving America's homelessness crisis by reopening mental institutions, a plan drawing immediate criticism from mental health experts and advocates.
Trump's Explosive Claim: UK 'Dumping' Mental Patients
Former President Donald Trump alleges a UK policy of releasing mental health patients onto the streets, drawing criticism from British officials and mental health charities.
Love Boosts Mental Health, Scientific Study Reveals
New scientific research reveals that feelings of love have a powerful, measurable effect on mental health, significantly reducing symptoms of anxiety and depression. Discover the fascinating findings from the Laureate Institute for Brain Research.
Chronic Stress: The Silent Killer of Your Heart Health
New research reveals the hidden physical toll of long-term stress, from soaring blood pressure to increased heart attack risk. Experts share vital advice on how to protect your heart.
Hidden Depression in Older Adults: Age UK's Urgent Warning
Exclusive: Leading UK charity urges the older generation to recognise the subtle symptoms of depression, challenging the misconception that low mood is an inevitable part of ageing. Learn the signs and where to find help.
NHS Mental Health Bed Shortage Hits Record Low
Exclusive: The Royal College of Psychiatrists warns of a 'catastrophic' shortage in NHS mental health beds across England, leading to patients being sent hundreds of miles from home for care.
Gates Foundation invests $40m in African vaccine production
The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation announces a major $40m investment in Nigerian and Senegalese vaccine production, aiming to boost Africa's pharmaceutical sovereignty and pandemic resilience.
Gabrielle Anwar Reveals Bipolar Disorder Battle
Former 'Burn Notice' actress Gabrielle Anwar opens up about her lifelong struggle with bipolar disorder, revealing how Hollywood stigma and personal trauma shaped her mental health journey in an exclusive Daily Mail interview.
Secondary school starters show alarming wellbeing decline
Exclusive research uncovers a significant decline in mental health and happiness among UK children as they transition to secondary school, with urgent calls for systemic support.
Simple mindset shift could slash dementia risk, experts reveal
Groundbreaking research from UK experts reveals how a simple change in perspective about aging can significantly reduce dementia risk and protect brain health in later life.
NHS trust failed suicidal woman who begged for help
A damning coroner's report criticises an NHS trust after a vulnerable teaching assistant, who repeatedly begged to be sectioned, took her own life. Systemic failures and ignored pleas led to tragedy.
Dr Alex George on brother's suicide and mental health mission
Former Love Island star and NHS doctor Alex George gives a raw and emotional account of his brother's tragic suicide and his powerful advocacy for mental health education in UK schools.
Glasgow University Student Tragedy Sparks Mental Health Talk
The Glasgow University community is in mourning after the sudden death of 20-year-old student Rory MacDonald. Tributes pour in for the 'kind-hearted' politics and business student as friends highlight the urgent need for mental health support.
Lewis Capaldi: Celebrities 'Lied' About My Tourette's
Scottish singer Lewis Capaldi opens up about the devastating impact of celebrities who publicly misrepresented his struggle with Tourette's syndrome, sharing the profound emotional toll it took on his mental health and career.
Teacher's Mental Health: Missed 'Red Flags' Before Tragedy
An inquest into the death of teacher Robin Westman uncovers a series of missed mental health warnings, sparking urgent calls for better support systems in UK schools.
Therapists: AI Mental Health Chatbots Risk 'Significant Harm'
Leading UK therapists warn that the rapid proliferation of AI-powered mental health apps is providing dangerously inadequate and potentially harmful advice, with calls for urgent government regulation.
Inquest Rules Hospital Patient Death an Unlawful Killing
A landmark inquest has concluded that 21-year-old Ruth Szymankiewicz was unlawfully killed at a private mental health hospital in Taplow due to catastrophic systemic failings and neglect.
ADHD Misdiagnosis: Anxiety Often Wrongly Diagnosed
Groundbreaking UK research reveals anxiety disorders are frequently mistaken for ADHD, leading to inappropriate medication and delayed treatment. Experts warn of a growing mental health misdiagnosis epidemic.
I Beat Chronic Stress By Cutting Out One Thing From My Diet
A woman suffering from crippling anxiety and chronic stress reveals how eliminating a single common item from her diet brought life-changing relief within weeks, after doctors offered little help.
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