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Cheerleader charged after newborn found abandoned in trash
A Kentucky high school cheerleader, Laken Snelling, faces serious charges after her newborn baby was discovered abandoned in a rubbish bin. The community is in shock as details of the case emerge.
Martha's Rule: Thousands Call NHS Second Opinion Hotline
Exclusive: The groundbreaking NHS patient safety initiative, Martha's Rule, has been flooded with thousands of desperate calls to its 24/7 hotline, empowering families and saving lives by granting rapid second medical opinions.
Martha's Rule Now Active in Every English Hospital
In a major victory for patient safety, Martha's Rule is now fully operational across all acute NHS hospitals in England, giving families a direct lifeline to a rapid review if their concerns are not being heard.
Cheerleader in court over abandoned newborn baby
Laken Snelling, a 19-year-old former competitive cheerleader from Kentucky, has faced a judge after her newborn baby was found abandoned in a neighbour's trash bag. The shocking case has sent ripples through her local community.
Mum abandons son in Thailand for TikTok career
A British mother's shocking decision to leave her 11-year-old son in Thailand to focus on her TikTok career sparks outrage and a complex international custody battle.
NHS Alert: Common Painkillers Linked to Heart Failure Risk
The NHS has issued a critical national patient safety alert linking common painkillers like ibuprofen to a potentially fatal risk of heart failure and stroke. Discover the full list of affected medications and the new guidance for millions of users across
Perth Mum Charged After Baby Found in Storm Drain
A 30-year-old mother from Perth has been charged after her newborn baby was miraculously rescued from a storm drain. The infant is now in stable condition as police investigate the distressing incident.
Medical Gaslighting: Woman's 5-Year Battle With Dismissed Symptoms
A courageous woman's five-year battle with debilitating symptoms reveals a systemic failure in women's healthcare, as doctors repeatedly dismissed her pain. Her story exposes a troubling pattern of medical gaslighting faced by countless women across the U
NHS Hospital Slammed For Portakabin Morgue Scandal
Shocking inspection reveals a major NHS trust is storing corpses in a 'wholly unsuitable' temporary Portakabin with broken refrigeration, raising serious health and dignity concerns.
Widow's NHS nightmare: Gaviscon for fatal aortic tear
Exclusive: A devastated partner reveals how hospital doctors dismissed his fiancée's fatal condition as acid reflux, prescribing Gaviscon just days before her tragic death from an aortic dissection.
Mum found dead in Travelodge after hospital discharge
Exclusive: A 39-year-old mother, Sian Hollington, was discovered dead in a Travelodge just hours after being discharged from a Kent hospital. Her family demands answers as an investigation into the NHS trust's care is launched.
Richard Osman's Childhood Heartbreak: 'Never Felt Good Enough'
Pointless co-host Richard Osman opens up in a raw and emotional interview about the profound impact of his father's abandonment, revealing decades of crushing self-doubt and his journey to overcome it.
British Woman Left on Peru Hospital Floor for 40 Hours
Shocking neglect as Maria Hermilia Murrieta, 76, is left for two days on a cold hospital floor in Peru without a bed, food, or water. Her family's desperate plea exposes a healthcare system in crisis.
NHS Doctor Groped by Patient, Then Blamed in Hearing
A shocking incident at a London NHS trust reveals a female doctor was groped by a male patient, leading to a misconduct hearing that questioned her professionalism instead of addressing the assault.
Monash IVF Embryo Mix-Up Scandal Prompts Major Review
A major review is underway at Monash IVF after a catastrophic administrative bungle led to the wrong embryos being implanted into two patients, shattering the dreams of families and raising serious questions about the clinic's protocols.
Babies Die in Contaminated IV Drip Hospital Scandal
A major investigation is underway after several babies died from a bacterial infection linked to contaminated intravenous drips at an NHS hospital, raising serious patient safety concerns.
BBC changes headline on Gaza cancer patient death
The BBC has revised a controversial headline suggesting a Gaza cancer patient died from malnutrition after facing backlash for inaccurate reporting.
Cosmetic procedure crisis: Beyond rogue clinics
As demand for non-surgical treatments soars, experts warn that lax regulations and profit-driven practices put patients at risk. Here's what needs to change.
AI helps Chelsea Hospital predict patient discharges
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital is leveraging AI to predict patient discharges, reducing bed shortages and improving efficiency in the NHS.
Dying patients moved amid sudden hospice closure
Terminally ill patients were abruptly transferred from a closing hospice, with reports of chaotic scenes and distress in their final hours. Managers accused of cruelty.
Mum's shoulder pain led to sudden paralysis
A mother shares her terrifying experience after routine shoulder pain led to sudden paralysis, exposing gaps in NHS emergency care.
Dundee surgical practices inquiry after RCSEd concerns
A damning review has been launched into surgical practices at Dundee hospitals following serious concerns raised by the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh.
Inquest: Ruth Szymankiewicz unlawfully killed
A coroner has ruled that Ruth Szymankiewicz's death in a psychiatric unit was unlawful, raising serious concerns over patient safety and care standards.
Elderly dog abandoned at shelter in heartbreaking video
A distressing video captures the moment an elderly dog is callously abandoned at an Arizona animal shelter, sparking outrage among animal lovers.
Cancer patient's car stolen during treatment in Washington
A cancer patient in Washington had his car stolen while undergoing treatment, leaving him stranded and distressed. The community rallies to support him.
Neglect contributed to patient death - coroner
A coroner has ruled that neglect contributed to the death of Ruth Szymankiewicz at Huntercombe Hospital in Taplow, raising serious concerns over patient safety in mental health care.
Labour's NHS personal budget plan explained
Labour proposes expanding personal health budgets, giving patients greater autonomy in managing their NHS-funded care. Here's what it means for you.
Husband dies in crash driving wife to cancer treatment
A devoted husband from Ontario, Canada, tragically lost his life in a car accident while driving his wife to a crucial cancer treatment appointment. The couple's story has left the community in mourning.
NHS to fast-track US medical treatments for UK patients
British patients will soon access cutting-edge American medical treatments as the NHS forms a landmark agreement with US regulators to fast-track innovative therapies.
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