Stranded Patients Occupy Up to One in 10 Hospital Beds, Report Finds
Report finds up to 10% of hospital beds occupied by patients awaiting aged care or disability accommodation, prompting calls for more federal funding.
Category : Health
Eight Simple Mood-Boosting Actions to Support Mental Wellbeing
Poll reveals many UK adults neglect mental health; Mental Health Foundation suggests eight simple mood-boosting actions for Mental Health Awareness Week.
Disabled Woman Killed Herself After DWP Mistakenly Withdrew Benefits
Disabled woman Jodey Whiting, 42, killed herself after DWP mistakenly stopped her benefits, leaving notes about debt and no food.
Molly-Mae Hague Opens Up About 'Debilitating' Anxiety Before Second Child
Molly-Mae Hague reveals 'debilitating' anxiety ahead of second child with Tommy Fury, sharing struggles in new YouTube vlog.
Why Some People Are More Prone to Paranormal Experiences
Psychologists explore why belief in the paranormal persists, linking it to neurological explanations and a need for control.
Human Eggs Created from Skin Cells in Fertility Breakthrough
Scientists create human eggs from skin cells using cloning technique, offering potential for infertile women and same-sex couples, but challenges remain.
Vaping Reaches Record Levels in Great Britain Amid Youth Concerns
Vaping in Great Britain hits record high with 4.3 million users, but youth vaping rise sparks concern.
Best Beauty Subscription Boxes: Liberty, Mintd and Lookfantastic Tried and Tested
We test beauty subscription boxes from Liberty, Mintd and Lookfantastic, highlighting the best for luxury skincare, full-size products and value.
Brits turn to hairdressers, shopkeepers and even pets for emotional support
Survey finds three-quarters of Brits seek emotional support from hairdressers, shopkeepers, and pets, but many still struggle to cope.
Turn leftover new potatoes into spicy samosas – recipe
Recipe for spicy samosas using leftover new potatoes, peas, and spices, shallow-fried for a quick Indian snack.
Mexico Doubles Sugary Drink Tax in Bid to Curb Obesity Epidemic
Mexico nearly doubles sugary drink tax to 3.08 pesos per litre, aiming to cut obesity and diabetes. Supporters praise health focus; critics call it a cash grab.
Mother of Nottingham Killer Says Mental Health System Is Broken
Mother of Nottingham triple killer Valdo Calocane tells inquiry mental health system is broken, says warnings were ignored before 2023 attacks.
Republican Senator Opposes Redistricting After Trump's Ableist Slur
Indiana Republican senator Michael Bohacek opposes redistricting after Trump's ableist slur, citing personal advocacy for intellectual disabilities.
Dead Humpback Whale 'Timmy' Brought Ashore in Denmark for Autopsy
Humpback whale 'Timmy' found dead off Denmark, brought ashore for autopsy after failed rescue attempt.
Daily Pill Nearly Doubles Pancreatic Cancer Survival
Daily pill daraxonrasib nearly doubles survival time for advanced pancreatic cancer, hailed as a gamechanger by experts.
22 Science-Backed Ways To Feel (And, Okay, Look) 5 Years Younger
22 science-backed habits to feel and look 5 years younger, from brain training to saunas and strength workouts.
Rare Condition Diagnosed In Baby Only 500 Cases Worldwide
A 12-year-old boy with Partial Triplication 15, affecting only 19 people globally, highlights the challenges of rare diseases on Rare Disease Day.
NHS Warns of Diabetes Crisis Sweeping Western Nations
Diabetes UK reports 5 million people in the UK have diabetes, warning of a preventable crisis driven by government inaction, junk food and inactivity.
Puffy Red Moon Eye Revealed Hidden Tumour
A swollen face, especially around the eyes, could be an early sign of lung cancer due to superior vena cava syndrome.
Stretched Arrowe Park Staff Claim Hantavirus Patients Prioritised Over A&E
Arrowe Park A&E staff claim hantavirus isolation patients are prioritised, leaving emergency department 'drowning' with patients on corridors.
Weight Loss Drugs May Reduce Knee Replacement Need
Study suggests weight-loss drugs like Wegovy and Mounjaro may reduce knee replacement risk by nearly 5% after three years of use.
‘Butt Lady’ Jailed for 15 Years Over Fatal Silicone Injection
Libby Adame, known as 'The Butt Lady,' jailed for 15 years for murdering actress Cindyana Santangelo with a fatal silicone injection.
Ohio Man Wins $500,000 Lottery on Way Home from Wife's Cancer Treatment
Ohio man wins $500,000 lottery on way home from wife's cancer treatment, plans to use winnings for medical bills.
Shower Habit Could Be Damaging Your Skin, Expert Warns
Washing your face in the shower with hot water can strip natural oils, says expert. Use lukewarm or cold water at the sink instead.
Nurse Suspended Over Blood Transfusion Error That Killed Patient
Nurse Lea Ledesma receives suspended sentence for fatal blood transfusion error that killed patient Ali Huseyin at London Heart Hospital.
Ebola Outbreak in DRC Spreads Rapidly Amid Aid Cuts
Ebola outbreak in DRC spreads rapidly, overwhelming hospitals amid aid cuts, new virus strain, and cultural challenges.
Marilyn Monroe's Mental Health Legacy Revealed
Marilyn Monroe's mental health legacy is honoured with a new program at Mount Sinai Hospital, revealing her personal struggles and support for others.
Asylum seekers banned from taxis for NHS trips after £15.8m bill
UK asylum seekers banned from taxis for medical appointments from February, after Home Office spent £15.8m on the service. Taxis limited to exceptional cases.
‘I died of FOMO’: Woman’s self-penned obituary goes viral
Massachusetts writer Linda Brossi Murphy's self-penned obituary, blaming FOMO for her death from ALS, goes viral for its humour and heartfelt message.
Katherine Ryan Shows Off Baby Bump While Packing Hospital Bag
Katherine Ryan shares pregnancy update, showing off baby bump while packing hospital bag for fourth child.
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