Baby died after feed gap in understaffed neonatal unit
A newborn baby died after being left unfed for four hours on cold, damp sheets in an understaffed Welsh hospital NICU. The coroner cited 'persistent and gross' staffing failures.
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Wayne Lineker in intensive care with chronic pneumonia
Wayne Lineker, brother of Gary Lineker, is hospitalised with chronic pneumonia after falling ill on a flight. He faces months of rehabilitation. Read the latest on his health battle.
Four-week-old baby dies in hospital after being under-fed
A four-week-old baby died at the University Hospital of Wales after being left malnourished and on damp sheets. An inquest heard nurses were overworked and the unit was understaffed.
Wayne Lineker in intensive care with pneumonia
Wayne Lineker reveals he was rushed to hospital, fearing a heart attack, and now faces months of rehabilitation after being diagnosed with severe pneumonia. Read his full health update.
Pioneering trial uses old drugs to fight newborn sepsis
A groundbreaking trial in Kenya is testing repurposed antibiotics to combat drug-resistant sepsis, responsible for 800,000 newborn deaths annually. Discover how this research could save lives.
NHS directed women to controversial Free Birth Society
Exclusive: NHS websites referred pregnant women to materials promoting the Free Birth Society, linked to baby deaths worldwide. Discover the full investigation into this alarming breach of trust.
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.
YouTuber Brandon Buckingham, 30, In ICU
YouTube creator Brandon Buckingham is in intensive care with multiple organ failure. The 30-year-old documentary maker shared the devastating update with his 1.21 million subscribers.
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.
Princess Beatrice on the loneliness of premature birth
Princess Beatrice opens up about her 'incredibly lonely' experience of premature birth, joining calls for more research and support ahead of World Prematurity Day.
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.
Nurses Rally for Lucy Letby in Sheffield Conference
Around 200 UK healthcare professionals gathered in Sheffield to support Lucy Letby, calling for an independent review of her conviction. New evidence presented to CCRC.
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.
Nurse Lucy Letby jailed for life for baby murders
Former NHS nurse Lucy Letby sentenced to whole life order for murdering seven babies and attempting to kill six more in neonatal unit horror that shocked the nation.
UK intensive farms fail to declare climate emissions
Exclusive investigation reveals how intensive livestock farms across Britain are avoiding mandatory climate emissions declarations, raising serious questions about environmental accountability.
Black mothers' babies 81% more likely to die in NHS care
Groundbreaking NHS research exposes stark racial disparities in neonatal care outcomes, with babies born to Black mothers facing significantly higher mortality rates across England.
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.
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.
Ukrainian mothers give birth during Russian bombardment
Amidst relentless Russian bombardment and siege warfare, Ukrainian maternity hospitals have become unlikely bastions of hope as mothers give birth in underground shelters and bomb-damaged wards.
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.
NHS missed chances to stop killer nurse - report
A shocking investigation reveals how hospital management ignored multiple red flags about neonatal nurse Lucy Letby, allowing Britain's most prolific child murderer to continue her killing spree.
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.
Australia reduces preterm births in healthcare victory
Australia is achieving remarkable success in reducing premature births through innovative healthcare initiatives and targeted support programmes, transforming outcomes for vulnerable newborns.
Lucy Letby's prison TV habits revealed in documents
Exclusive prison documents reveal how Britain's most notorious child murderer Lucy Letby spends her days watching television while serving whole life order for murdering seven babies.
Lucy Letby loses appeal against murder convictions
Notorious child murderer Lucy Letby faces life behind bars as senior judges dismiss her attempt to overturn multiple baby killing convictions in landmark ruling.
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.
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