Neonatology Pioneer Andy Whitelaw Dies, Aged 79
Professor Andy Whitelaw, who pioneered 'therapeutic cooling' and brain clot treatments for newborns, has died. His work saved countless premature babies from brain damage. Read his remarkable story.
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Scarlett Moffatt opens up on late miscarriage after son Jude
TV star Scarlett Moffatt shares her emotional journey through a late miscarriage after her son's birth, the trauma of Jude's early arrival, and her family's decision to be complete. Read her powerful story.
Newborn and teen mum die within hours at hospital
A grandmother tells of her agony after her 19-year-old daughter and newborn granddaughter died just hours apart following an emergency C-section in Greater Manchester.
Premature baby home after 547 days in hospital
Bertie Melly, born at 24 weeks, finally leaves hospital after 547 days and five major operations. Read his family's incredible journey of hope and resilience.
Premature baby home after 18 months in hospital
Bertie Melly, born at 24 weeks, celebrates his first Christmas at home after 547 days in NHS care for a life-threatening bowel condition. Read his family's incredible journey.
Doctor warns WHO on traditional medicine evidence
A retired NHS consultant responds to WHO plans, arguing that all medicine, whether tai chi or pharmaceuticals, must meet the same rigorous safety standards. Read the full letter.
Free Birth Society linked to stillbirths in Canada
An investigation reveals how the Free Birth Society's radical advice, promoting unassisted childbirth and rejecting prenatal care, is linked to neonatal deaths and severe harm in Canada. Read the full story.
NHS nurse surprised with holiday for Christmas sacrifices
An NHS neonatal nurse who gave up Christmas Day repeatedly is gifted a free holiday. Discover the heartwarming story and the research on festive season sacrifices.
Lucy Letby used as 'scapegoat', childhood friend claims
A medical scientist friend of Lucy Letby alleges the nurse is a scapegoat for senior doctors' failings at the Countess of Chester Hospital neonatal unit. New evidence is with the CCRC.
Miracle twins survive after mum told to choose which one lived
Jenna Hutchison was asked to sacrifice one twin to save the other. After a 129-day NICU battle, both girls are home for their first Christmas. Read their incredible story of survival.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Neonatal Nurse Serial Killer: The True Story
Discover the disturbing real-life case behind ITV's drama 'Breathtaking' - the harrowing story of neonatal nurse Lucy Letby, Britain's most prolific child serial killer.
Coroner warns of home birth risks after mother and baby die
A coroner has sounded the alarm on home birth risks after a double tragedy claimed the lives of a 34-year-old mother and her baby during complications at a planned home delivery in Somerset.
20-week premature baby survives in medical miracle
Against all medical expectations, a baby born at just 20 weeks - the UK's legal abortion limit - has survived in what doctors are calling an extraordinary medical miracle that's rewriting survival records.
UK Government Confirms Medicine Supply Disruption Crisis
Exclusive: The Department of Health reveals ongoing medicine supply issues affecting NHS patients across Britain, with officials working urgently to resolve critical shortages.
Record-breaking 13lb 14oz baby born in UK
A UK mother delivers a colossal 13lb 14oz baby boy naturally, defying medical expectations and sharing her extraordinary birth story that's capturing national attention.
Gaza Tragedy: 20+ Babies Die as Hospital Power Fails
Tragedy strikes Gaza's Al-Aqsa Hospital as neonatal units lose power, claiming the lives of vulnerable infants amid intense bombardment. Medical systems collapse as humanitarian crisis deepens.
Miracle Mum Defies Odds With 11-Week Premature Baby
A courageous 24-year-old mother ignored doctors' warnings and delivered her extremely premature daughter at just 29 weeks, with both mother and baby now thriving against all expectations.
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