NHS Children's Hospital Crisis: 150% Capacity Reached
Major NHS hospitals declare critical incidents as paediatric emergency departments face unprecedented demand, with one children's hospital operating at 150% capacity.
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Neurologist: Phone Before Sleep Damages Brain
A leading neurologist reveals why scrolling through your phone before sleep could be harming your cognitive function and shares essential tips for protecting your brain health.
Children face 12-hour A&E waits in NHS crisis
Shocking new data reveals children are facing dangerously long waits in NHS emergency departments, with some young patients waiting over 12 hours for treatment as hospitals struggle with unprecedented demand.
Baby's 'normal' fixed gaze was actually brain tumour
A mother's persistent concerns about her baby's unusual fixed gaze were repeatedly dismissed by medical professionals until a shocking brain tumour diagnosis revealed the terrifying truth.
Toddler paralysed after cold triggers rare condition
A three-year-old girl from the UK has been left paralysed from the neck down after a common cold virus triggered a devastating rare condition called transverse myelitis.
Children suffered 'grievous harm' in pandemic care disruption
Shocking inquiry finds vulnerable children faced catastrophic consequences when Covid-19 restrictions severed access to essential healthcare and support systems across the UK.
Early Parkinson's Signs You Must Not Ignore
Leading neurologists issue a stark warning that subtle early signs of Parkinson's disease, from loss of smell to sleep disorders, are being routinely ignored by both the public and GPs, leading to critical delays in diagnosis and treatment.
Childhood Chronic Pain Causes Adult Health Issues - Study
New research from Australia uncovers the hidden crisis of chronic pain in children, linking it to significant physical and mental health challenges in adulthood. Experts call for urgent changes in paediatric care.
Children's Protein Needs: The Truth Parents Should Know
New research challenges common beliefs about children's protein needs. Discover the surprising truth about how much protein your child really requires and the best dietary sources for healthy growth.
Unusual Early Warning Signs of Dementia Revealed
Leading neurologists reveal the subtle, often-overlooked early indicators of dementia that go far beyond simple forgetfulness. Discover the critical red flags in behaviour, language, and spatial awareness that could signal the onset of disease.
Girl dies of cancer after doctors wrongly blame parents
Ava Macfarlane's aggressive cancer was missed by medics who blamed her parents for the lump on her face. Her heartbroken family shares their story to prevent future tragedies.
Life shattered by a minor head injury: An Arizona woman's warning
Lynn Knutson's life was irrevocably changed after a seemingly minor head injury in Scottsdale, Arizona. Her story exposes the devastating and often invisible consequences of traumatic brain injuries (TBI).
Mother Sues NHS Over Toddler's Misdiagnosed Sepsis
A mother is suing an NHS hospital after doctors allegedly dismissed her three-year-old daughter's life-threatening sepsis symptoms as a simple virus, leading to a catastrophic medical emergency.
The baby feeding switch that prevents ear infections
Leading paediatricians reveal how a tiny change in how you hold your baby's bottle during feeding can drastically reduce ear infections, aid digestion, and support healthier development. This free technique is a game-changer for UK parents.
Melbourne Hospital Panel Confronts War's Impact on Kids
A poignant panel discussion at Melbourne's Royal Children's Hospital, featuring former ABC journalist Sophie McNeill and paediatric experts, confronts the devastating and often overlooked health consequences of war on the world's most vulnerable children.
Critically ill Gaza children evacuated to UK for NHS care
The first group of severely ill and wounded children from the Gaza conflict has arrived in the UK. They are now receiving urgent, specialist medical care from the NHS, marking a major humanitarian effort.
Children's Mental Health Crisis Overwhelms A&E Departments
Exclusive NHS data reveals shocking 53% surge in children detained under Mental Health Act in English and Welsh A&E departments, exposing severe systemic failures in youth psychiatric care.
Teen's headaches reveal massive brain tumour diagnosis
A 13-year-old boy's severe headaches were dismissed as migraines before a devastating diagnosis uncovered a massive brain tumour. His family shares their harrowing journey.
Doctors missed chances to spot deadly meningitis in toddler
A damning inquest finds that medical professionals failed to recognise the deadly signs of meningitis in 18-month-old William Mead, leading to a 'catastrophic outcome' and sparking calls for urgent NHS protocol reforms.
White House Report Reveals UK Children's Health Crisis
A damning White House report reveals a growing epidemic of poor health among British children, with rising obesity, mental health issues and developmental delays threatening a generation's future.
Eye tilt symptom reveals child's brain tumour
The story of a mother's intuition and the crucial eye symptom that uncovered her daughter's rare brain tumour, optic nerve glioma. Learn the signs every parent should know.
Neurologist's Urgent Sleep Warning: Common Habit Damages Brain
A leading neurologist issues a stark warning about a widespread sleep habit, linking it to serious long-term health risks including dementia and cognitive decline. Discover the science behind the danger and how to protect your brain health tonight.
Artificial Sweeteners Linked to Brain Health Risks, Study Finds
Groundbreaking research from the University of Southern California suggests a potential link between the artificial sweetener sucralose and the formation of toxic compounds in the brain, raising serious concerns about long-term cognitive health.
UK Warning: Child Overdoses on Melatonin Sleep Gummies Spike
Exclusive: A sharp rise in UK children hospitalised after overdosing on 'sleep aid' gummies prompts urgent safety warnings from health officials and poison control centres.
Sedated Children Flown on Small Planes for NHS Treatments
An investigation reveals vulnerable children are being sedated and transported on small planes for NHS treatments due to a lack of specialist beds, raising serious safety and ethical concerns.
UK Warning: Kids Overdosing on Melatonin Gummies
UK health experts issue a stark warning as children's melatonin gummy overdoses surge. Learn the risks and essential safety tips for parents.
Boy, 12, Hospitalised After Vaping: 'Chest On Fire'
A 12-year-old British boy was rushed to hospital with severe chest pain and breathing difficulties after using an illegal vape. Doctors issue urgent warning on the dangers of illicit e-cigarettes to children.
MS Patients Face A&E Crisis Due to NHS Neurology Failures
Exclusive: Multiple sclerosis sufferers are being forced to seek emergency care due to inaccessible specialist services, reveals new research from the MS Society. Experts warn of a 'broken system' putting vulnerable patients at risk.
Baby's 'Stubbornness' Diagnosed as Rare Stroke
A UK baby's missed developmental milestones were actually a rare stroke. This is the story of his parents' fight for a diagnosis and his incredible recovery against the odds.
Girl, 6, dies from rare brain tumour after brave battle
The heartbroken family of six-year-old Marnie-Jae Grundy from Stoke-on-Trent is fundraising after she lost her courageous fight against an aggressive and rare brain tumour, DIPG.
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