Ockenden Review: Maternity Standards Must Be Top Priority
The Ockenden review into maternity care failures must lead to higher standards, with safety and accountability as the top priority, says the Guardian.
Category : Health
New Emails Cast Doubt on RFK Jr's Senate Testimony Over Samoa Trip
New emails show RFK Jr's colleague described their 2019 Samoa trip as a vaccine-related 'mission,' contradicting Kennedy's Senate testimony that the visit had 'nothing to do with vaccines.'
Chris Evert Reveals Ovarian Cancer Return, Misses Wimbledon
Three-time Wimbledon champion Chris Evert, 71, announces ovarian cancer recurrence, will miss Wimbledon 2026 for treatment.
Chris Evert Confirms Ovarian Cancer Return, Misses Wimbledon
Three-time Wimbledon champion Chris Evert, 71, announced her ovarian cancer has returned, will miss this year's tournament for treatment.
Northumberland Mum Dies of Cervical Cancer After Smear Plea
Danielle Gwyer, 35, who urged women to attend smear tests after her terminal cervical cancer diagnosis, died on June 13. She married partner Gareth in hospital days before.
£9 Balm Kept Cold Sores Away for Four Years
A man says he hasn't had a cold sore in four years after using a £9 liquorice balm, which a study found reduced outbreaks for 83% of participants.
Chris Evert Confirms Ovarian Cancer Return
Three-time Wimbledon champion Chris Evert, 71, announced her ovarian cancer has returned after recent scans. She has undergone surgery and will begin chemotherapy, missing next week's tournament.
Monklands Hospital Replacement Delayed as SNP Rejects £2.1bn Plan
The SNP Government has indefinitely delayed the replacement of Monklands Hospital after rejecting a £2.1 billion business case, leaving the crumbling 1970s facility requiring at least £45m in repairs.
First Images Reveal Llantrisant Health Park to Cut NHS Wait Times
Artist's impressions show the Llantrisant Health Park, a new community diagnostic hub near Royal Glamorgan Hospital, set to expand MRI/CT capacity and reduce waiting times across southeast Wales by end of 2027.
Apple Warns iPhone Users Over 36°C Heatwave Overheating Risks
Apple warns iPhone users in the UK heatwave: temperatures above 35°C can trigger safeguards, dim screen, disable flash, and permanently shorten battery life. Tips to cool down safely.
Gogglebox Star Shaun Malone Jr Reveals Brain Surgery Staples
Gogglebox star Shaun Malone Jr, 31, shared a photo of staples in his head after brain surgery. He previously battled a life-threatening infection that caused brain damage.
TV Doctor Reveals Nine Lesser-Known Menopause Symptoms
Dr Zoe Williams highlights nine overlooked menopause symptoms, from dry eyes to burning tongue, and offers remedies. Only 23% of women knew dry eyes were a symptom.
London Ambulance Breaks Record for Life-Threatening Calls
London Ambulance Service responded to a record 642 category one calls in a single day, driven by extreme heat. Chief executive Jason Killens urged public to stay safe.
Job-Dropping: Refusing Promotions for Mental Health
70% of workers would turn down a high-paying promotion if it harms mental health, a survey finds. Job-dropping trend sees employees prioritize lifestyle over career climb, but risks management by workaholics.
93% of US seniors want to age in place: key considerations
93% of Americans 65+ prefer to age in place. Key factors include health needs, home modifications, costs, and support systems for safe independent living.
Nottingham Maternity Scandal: Over 500 Harmed
A review reveals over 500 mothers and babies died or were harmed due to inadequate care at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS trust, citing toxic culture, racism, and staff shortages.
Over 500 Mothers and Babies Harmed in NHS Trust Scandal
A review into the largest maternity care scandal in NHS history found over 500 mothers and babies died or were harmed due to inadequate care at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS trust, citing a toxic culture and racism.
Ockenden Report: Families Condemn 'Absence of Dignity'
More than 500 mothers and babies suffered avoidable harm or died due to systemic failures at Nottingham NHS trust, the Ockenden report reveals. Families say babies were treated with 'absence of dignity.'
Nottingham Maternity Scandal: 520 Harmed, Calls for Inquiry
A damning report reveals 520 mothers and babies suffered avoidable harm or death at Nottingham NHS trust, prompting calls for a public inquiry into maternity care across England.
Nature vs Nurture: Genes and Behaviour Podcast
Behavioural geneticist Kathryn Paige Harden discusses how genes influence traits like risk-taking and antisocial behaviour, and the implications for criminal culpability.
Blue Heron Review: Sombre Childhood Trauma in 1990s Canada
Sophy Romvari's debut feature 'Blue Heron' is an autobiographical, sombre portrait of a Hungarian immigrant family grappling with oppositional defiant disorder in 1990s Canada, subtly moving and unshowy.
NHS Mortuary Bodies in Advanced Deterioration Over Freezer Shortage
Bodies at Nottingham NHS trust mortuary were found in advanced decomposition due to insufficient freezer storage. Inspectors also flagged risks of wrong body release as wristbands were unchecked.
NHS Buildings Must Be Upgraded to Withstand Extreme Heat
Extreme heat causes MRI scanners and cooling units to fail, leading to critical incidents at multiple NHS trusts. Doctors warn the NHS is dangerously underprepared for heatwaves.
Thrive Act: Mental Health for Young Gun Violence Survivors
The Thrive Act would create a pilot program offering mental health resources to gun violence survivors and witnesses under 25 in California, addressing a critical gap as three in five young survivors lack care.
Pentagon Restores Mandatory Flu Shots for Recruits After Outbreak
The Pentagon reinstates mandatory flu vaccinations for all military recruits after an outbreak at Lackland Air Force Base sickened nearly 300 people, reversing an April decision by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to make the shot optional.
Ockenden Report Exposes Maternity Neglect in Nottingham
The Ockenden report details systemic failures at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS trust, where women's concerns were dismissed, leading to preventable deaths and injuries. Nearly half of senior staff refused to cooperate.
Nottingham Trust Left Babies to Decompose, Inspectors Say
Inspectors found eight bodies in advanced decomposition due to lack of freezer space at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust, amid a maternity scandal involving 520 avoidable deaths or harms.
Bootle Dad Dies After Losing 3 Stone Suddenly
John Fairbrother, 65, known as 'the voice of Bootle', died from terminal lung cancer after losing 20kg. His family raised £3,000 for his funeral.
UK Parents: Reapply Sunscreen Every 2 Hours During Heatwave
Experts warn that once-a-day sunscreens 'overpromise' and leave children at risk. Reapply every 2 hours, cover overlooked spots, and keep babies under 6 months out of direct sunlight.
Cardiac Nurse's Heatwave Safety Tips for Heart Patients
Angela Hartley, a cardiac nurse with over 49,000 TikTok followers, shares essential tips for people with heart conditions to stay safe during the UK heatwave, with temperatures expected to reach 40°C.
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