Kids as young as 10 given NHS weight-loss jabs
Exclusive NHS data reveals a shocking rise in children as young as ten being prescribed anti-obesity injections like Wegovy, raising serious safety concerns among medical experts.
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Children Under Four Sent to Weight Loss Clinics in UK
Exclusive investigation reveals a record number of young children, some just three years old, are being referred to specialist obesity services amid a growing national health emergency.
Miniature therapy horses help terminally ill children find voice
Heartwarming initiative uses miniature horses to provide emotional support and help children find their voice during their final days in paediatric palliative care across Britain.
Cornwall Council Uses AI to Decide Elderly Care Budgets
Cornwall Council has implemented an AI algorithm to determine care funding for elderly and vulnerable residents, replacing human assessors in a move critics call 'dangerous and inhuman'.
Soul Midwife's Mission: Guiding a Peaceful Death
An extraordinary 'soul midwife' shares how she provides holistic, non-medical end-of-life care, offering comfort, dignity, and a guiding hand to those on their final journey.
NHS Hearing Aid Crisis: Toddlers Wait Two Years
Exclusive investigation reveals a devastating postcode lottery in paediatric audiology, with families facing agonising delays for children's hearing aids, leaving doctors in despair and toddlers' development at risk.
Daughter's Brain Tumour Dismissed as 'Tummy Bug'
Exclusive: A mother's harrowing account of her daughter's brain tumour misdiagnosis. Her persistent fight for an MRI scan saved her child's life, sparking urgent calls for improved paediatric care and awareness of brain tumour symptoms in the UK.
5 Crucial Gardening Jobs You MUST Do This July
An expert gardener reveals the five essential tasks to tackle in your garden this July to ensure vibrant blooms, a healthy lawn, and a bountiful harvest. Don't miss these pro tips!
Urgent Weekend Warning For UK Hydrangea Owners
UK gardening experts issue an urgent weekend warning for hydrangea owners. A simple mistake this weekend could prevent your blooms from flowering next year. Here's the essential action you must take.
Share your experiences of caregiving for family in the UK
Guardian seeks personal stories from Britain's informal caregivers. Share the challenges and realities of supporting elderly relatives and siblings to shed light on this vital, often hidden, workforce.
UK Doctors Urge Covid Jabs for All Children Aged 5-11
The Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health updates its official stance, strongly recommending vaccination for healthy children aged 5-11 amid rising hospitalisations and new variant concerns.
Tracee Ellis Ross's nude photoshoot for Pattern Beauty launch
Black-ish star Tracee Ellis Ross unveils her new Pattern Beauty body care range with a powerful, nude photoshoot, championing body positivity and self-love for all skin types and textures.
Blind woman dies after being scalded by cup of tea in care home
A damning inquest reveals systemic failures at a UK care home after an 89-year-old blind resident, Jeanette Williams, suffered fatal burns from a negligently served cup of tea. The coroner issues a formal prevention of future deaths report.
Stolen BMW care home crash: Two men admit guilt
Two men have pleaded guilty after a reckless stolen car joyride ended in tragedy, crashing into a dementia care home in Sheffield and causing the deaths of two elderly residents.
Expert Alzheimer's Care Strategies for UK Families
Leading dementia specialists share crucial, evidence-based advice for British families navigating Alzheimer's care. Discover practical coping strategies, communication techniques, and vital support resources to improve quality of life for both patients an
Magnesium Gummies for Kids: Sleep Aid or Just Candy?
Nutritionists and paediatricians discuss the rising trend of magnesium glycinate gummies for children's sleep and overall health. Are they safe and effective?
Davina McCall on dad's heartbreaking final days
TV star Davina McCall shares emotional details about her father's final days, highlighting the challenges of end-of-life care in the UK.
Dr Anne Merriman: Palliative Care Pioneer Dies
Remembering Dr Anne Merriman, the pioneering medic who revolutionised hospice care in Africa and championed dignity in dying.
Toddler dies after air hose medical procedure tragedy
A two-year-old boy tragically passed away after medical professionals attempted to remove a popcorn kernel from his nose using an air hose, which led to a fatal lung rupture. The heartbreaking incident has raised serious questions about paediatric emergen
Vinegar Trick for Fluffier Hydrangeas
Discover the easy gardening tip that will transform your hydrangeas into lush, vibrant blooms with minimal effort. Perfect for UK gardeners!
Hospice nurse reveals signs death is near
A compassionate hospice nurse shares the subtle yet telling signs that someone is nearing the end of life, offering crucial advice for families during this emotional time.
Nurse shares most common deathbed regrets
A palliative care nurse shares the most common regrets of the dying, offering profound insights into what truly matters at life's end.
FDA approves Pfizer COVID vaccine for children 5-11
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted emergency use authorisation for Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine in children aged 5 to 11, marking a pivotal moment in paediatric healthcare during the pandemic.
Mum's care home plea reveals shocking family secret
A married mother's desperate plea to visit her dying father in a care home led to a devastating revelation about his true identity.
Surgeons perform groundbreaking paediatric procedures in UK
A team of skilled surgeons from Alder Hey Children's Hospital in Liverpool and Royal Bolton Hospital have successfully completed a series of complex paediatric procedures, showcasing medical excellence in the UK.
UK Palliative Care Services Need Urgent Expansion
The Royal College of Physicians calls for urgent government action to improve palliative care services as demand surges across the UK.
Doctors urged to improve UK end-of-life care
The Royal College of Physicians calls for better training and support to enhance palliative care across the NHS.
Deadly baby brain condition: Key warning signs revealed
Experts warn parents about the critical symptoms of VOGM, a rare but dangerous brain abnormality in infants that requires urgent medical attention.
Hospice nurse reveals most common deathbed regret
A hospice nurse shares the most common regret she hears from patients nearing the end of their lives – and it's not what you might expect.
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