Elderly woman fed dog food before death, ombudsman finds
An ombudsman found a 'catalogue of errors' in the care of Mrs Y, who was fed dog food and neglected by Radis care provider before her death.
Category : Health
Rochdale 74-bed care home approved despite safety fears
Rochdale's new 74-bed dementia care facility gets approval on second attempt, overcoming safety concerns and design objections.
Gogglebox star rushed to hospital after health scare
Clair Buckley was rushed to hospital after being unable to move, revealing the ordeal on her podcast with husband James.
Katie Price Defends Harvey's Topless Habit in Health Update
Katie Price explains Harvey's topless habit as an autistic trait, and reveals he's moving closer to family after disliking his Southampton flat.
Nurse avoids suspension over LGBT vomit emojis
A nurse who posted vomiting emojis on a Pride Facebook post received a 12-month caution order, avoiding suspension.
Only 12% of Brits follow dentist-recommended teeth cleaning routine
A new study reveals that only 12% of Brits follow the dentist-recommended teeth cleaning routine, despite 80% believing they brush correctly. The research highlights a significant gap between perception and reality in UK oral care.
Only 12% of UK adults follow dentist-recommended oral hygiene
A survey of 2,000 UK adults reveals only 12% follow dentist-recommended oral hygiene, with 63% brushing under two minutes and 74% skipping flossing.
8 in 10 Brits brush wrong, poll finds
A new poll reveals 88% of UK adults don't follow dentist-recommended oral care, despite 80% believing they brush correctly, highlighting a gap in oral hygiene habits.
Wetherspoons apologises to Strictly star Jane Bullock after pub row
Wetherspoons has apologised after a Strictly star's husband said they felt 'humiliated' when asked to leave a pub with a carer's dog, following her stroke.
Cyclospora warning after 10 Wales cases
Ten people in Wales have been diagnosed with cyclospora infection after travelling to Mexico and the USA, prompting health warnings.
Dogs React to Pregnancy: Protective, Clingy, or Indifferent
Dogs detect pregnancy through scent and hormones, reacting with protectiveness, clinginess, or indifference, as shared by owners and experts.
Mayonnaise Is the Secret to Juicy, Flavourful Salmon
Mayonnaise coating keeps salmon fillets juicy, flavourful, and perfectly crisp, preventing dryness and overcooking in the oven.
Eye Mask Warning: Risk of Blindness for Holidaymakers
Experts warn that eye masks on flights can harbor bacteria, increasing infection risk and potential vision loss, especially for contact lens wearers.
UK Caution: Ibuprofen and Naproxen Users Warned of Heat Risks
UK regulators warn that painkillers like ibuprofen and naproxen may increase heat stroke risk; proper storage and hydration advised.
Burnham unveils £343m plan for 159 mental health hubs
Prime Minister Andy Burnham announces £343m scheme to open 159 NHS mental health hubs across England, offering earlier support and specialist crisis care outside A&E.
GMB host calls Peter Duncan 'hero' after cancer fight
Former Blue Peter presenter Peter Duncan, 72, discussed his prostate cancer treatment on Good Morning Britain, where Adil Ray called him a 'hero'. He highlighted postcode inequalities in access to focal therapy.
Weight loss jabs linked to 200+ deaths in UK reports
Reports to the MHRA Yellow Card Scheme link weight loss jabs to more than 200 deaths and 158,000 adverse reactions, though causality is not confirmed.
Grandma told to 'enjoy life' after tumour grew during NHS wait
Marie Stibbe, 79, waited 92 days for liver cancer treatment, exceeding the 62-day NHS standard, as her tumour doubled in size. Her family is now seeking treatment in India.
Fruit Flies Deterred by Lemon and Cloves
A cleaning expert says placing cloves in half a lemon in your fruit bowl deters fruit flies, as the scents confuse their senses.
Psilocybin Eases Tough Depression in King's College Trial
A King's College London trial found psilocybin eased treatment-resistant depression, with 40% remission after 3 weeks and 56% improvement at 6 weeks.
Dr Amir Khan warns of blood pressure tablet side effects
Dr Amir Khan warns UK millions on ramipril and amlodipine about side effects like dry cough and swollen ankles, urging consultation with GPs or pharmacists.
NHS Ayrshire & Arran promotes women's health at golf event
NHS Ayrshire & Arran's Public Health team hosted an interactive stall at the AIG Women's Open, engaging spectators on women's health and wellbeing.
Ayrshire care service 'significant weaknesses' found
Care Inspectorate grades Ayrshire Care Solutions 'weak' after unannounced visit, citing inconsistencies in care delivery and medication management issues.
Bereavement Cafe Now in Ayr and Kilmarnock
Ayrshire Cancer Support's Bereavement Café expands to Ayr, offering free, drop-in grief support every Friday, alternating with Kilmarnock.
Model in Hospice After Miami Swim Week Debut
Sydney Towle, 26, is in hospice care weeks after her runway debut at Miami Swim Week. She has been battling rare bile duct cancer since 2022.
Livingston opticians celebrate qualification success
Store director Lisa Brockett and optical assistant Leah Brown at Specsavers Livingston have qualified as dispensing opticians, enhancing community eye care.
Dr Amir Khan warns against fake AI weight loss drug
Dr Amir Khan has warned people not to buy a weight loss drug called 'Osanix' after a fake AI-generated video of him advertising it surfaced online.
Woman's 'pregnancy' was a 20cm cancerous tumour
Debs Dunham thought she looked pregnant, but a 20cm cancerous tumour was found in her ovaries. After treatment and weight gain, a diet plan helped her lose over 4st 8lbs.
M&S launches £29 anti-ageing serum with 89% smoother skin results
M&S launches its most high-tech serum yet: the £29 Formula Ultra Peptide Serum, with 89% of users reporting smoother skin. The star of a 16-piece revamp.
UKHSA warns measles nearly twice as contagious as cold
UKHSA warns measles is nearly twice as contagious as the common cold, urging vaccination as MMR/MMRV is the best protection.
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