Infant Dies of Whooping Cough as UK Vaccination Rates Hit 15-Year Low
A baby in the UK has died from whooping cough, the first such death this year, as vaccination rates fall to a 15-year low. The mother was unvaccinated.
Category : Health
Pharmacists Issue Urgent Vaccine Warning for Holidaymakers
Health experts urge holidaymakers to check travel vaccination requirements before summer trips to avoid illness.
Mother Accused of Killing Autistic Son After Caring Struggles, Court Hears
Claire Button, 35, denies murder of five-year-old son Lincoln at Essex home; admits manslaughter, court hears.
Thousands of NHS jobs at risk as trusts struggle to balance books
Unison study finds at least 21,000 NHS roles at risk by 2028 in England as trusts cut jobs to meet budget targets.
Top duvets for 2026: bedding experts review the best options
Independent bedding experts review the best duvets for 2026, including all-season options from Dunelm, Silentnight, and Simba.
Sofia Richie Expecting Baby Boy, Reveals at Baby Shower
Sofia Richie announced at her pajama-themed baby shower that her second child with Elliott Grainge will be a baby boy.
New York couple welcomes 'extremely rare' quintuplets
A New York couple has welcomed extremely rare quintuplets, born at 28 weeks. The babies are thriving in the NICU, with a GoFundMe campaign supporting the family.
No Evidence Social Media or Gaming Causes Teen Mental Health Problems, Study Finds
Large-scale study finds no evidence social media or gaming causes teen anxiety/depression; UK ministers weigh ban.
Nurse Told Daughter Had Brain Tumour After Symptoms Dismissed
Nurse Corinne Wardle's baby daughter Molly had brain tumour symptoms dismissed before diagnosis at Alder Hey. Now three, she faces a lifetime of challenges.
Experts Urge Variety in Protein Sources as New Guidelines Raise Intake Recommendations
Experts discuss benefits and drawbacks of beef, pork, and other proteins, emphasising variety and whole foods as new guidelines raise intake recommendations.
Baby died after NHS trust failed to warn mother of ‘unsafe’ home birth, coroner finds
Coroner finds gross failure by NHS trust after baby died following unsafe home birth encouraged by midwives despite medical advice against it.
Aid Cuts Jeopardise Contraception Lifeline for ‘Warrior’ Women in Senegal
Aid cuts threaten UK-funded contraception programme in Senegal, risking women's health and economic independence in the fishing town of Joal.
Adrian Chiles: A Lifetime of Hatred for Glasses
Adrian Chiles opens up about his lifelong hatred for glasses, from teenage shame to bifocal frustrations.
NHS Trust Fined £800,000 Over Baby Wynter Andrews' Neglect Death
Nottingham University Hospitals Trust fined £800k for failings leading to baby Wynter Andrews' death in 2019. Court cites catalogue of errors.
New Animation Aims to Change Perceptions of Dyslexia
A new animation challenges dyslexia misconceptions, highlighting strengths like creativity. Research shows negative descriptions harm children's confidence.
Streeting Condemns ‘Completely Unprecedented’ Doctor Strikes
Wes Streeting condemns BMA's 'unprecedented' strike as 50,000 resident doctors walk out over 29% pay demand, causing patient disruption.
Love Island's Shaughna Phillips shows off five stone weight loss in bikini
Love Island's Shaughna Phillips shares five-stone weight loss transformation in pink bikini, postpartum swelling struggles.
Woman Loses 7st 8lbs After GP Referral Transforms Her Life
Janine Taylor, 58, from Worcestershire, lost over 7 stone after a GP referral to Slimming World, transforming her health and self-esteem.
Teenager's Organ Donation Saves Four Lives After Tragic Death
The story of a teenage organ donor whose heart, liver and other organs saved four lives, as told on BBC Radio 4.
Mother's plea for measles vaccine after daughter's death
Mother of girl who died from measles complications urges parents to vaccinate their children after falling uptake and rising cases
Liverpool fans send support to Kevin Keegan after stage four cancer diagnosis
Kevin Keegan has been diagnosed with stage four cancer; Liverpool fans and the club have rallied to support the 75-year-old legend.
Woman plays clarinet during brain surgery for Parkinson’s, sees instant improvement
Woman plays clarinet during deep brain stimulation for Parkinson’s, seeing instant improvement in finger movements and ability to play.
Clean Air Fryer Grime With Baking Soda And Dish Soap
TikTok hack uses baking soda and dish soap to clean air fryers with no scrubbing. Let soak for 20 minutes for a 'brand new' look.
Woman, 23, Died From Blood Clot Linked to Contraceptive Pill, Inquest Told
A 23-year-old woman died from a pulmonary embolism linked to the contraceptive pill, an inquest heard. Charlotte Foster collapsed at work five months after starting Dianette.
Lizzie Cundy Reveals How Weight Loss Spiral Led to Eating Disorder Relapse
Lizzie Cundy reveals how stress from her marriage breakdown triggered a relapse of her teenage eating disorder, causing dangerous weight loss.
Reclaiming Peace on WhatsApp: Disabling Blue Ticks
Readers explain why disabling blue ticks on WhatsApp helps reclaim time, privacy, and mental health, as responses to Polly Hudson's article.
Families Share Struggles with England Social Care System
Caregivers describe financial ruin and emotional toll as England's social care system fails to support loved ones with Alzheimer's, autism, and disabilities.
Ex-husband testifies in trial of mom who killed three kids
Patrick Clancy described returning home to find his three children killed by his ex-wife Lindsay Clancy, who pleads not guilty by reason of postpartum psychosis.
Internet overuse tied to stress and mood decline
A study of 900 German adults found that problematic internet usage is associated with higher stress, worse mood, longer online time, and greater neglect of other life areas.
TikTok Skincare Videos Featuring Toddlers Spark Exploitation Fears
Guardian finds 400 TikTok skincare videos feature children under 13, prompting calls for regulation and dermatologist warnings about unnecessary routines.
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