Kate's Seashell Trick Comforts Child at Trauma Centre
The Princess of Wales shared a gentle seashell moment with a five-year-old girl during an emotional visit to a children's trauma therapy service in Bradford.
Category : NHS
Weight Loss Jabs Need Exercise for Fitness, Study Finds
New research reveals GLP-1 weight loss medications don't improve physical fitness or mobility without exercise, urging users to incorporate activity for better health outcomes.
NHS Urges Vitamin D for Young Children Daily
The NHS advises parents to give children aged 1-4 a daily vitamin D supplement year-round to prevent bone deformities like rickets and support healthy growth.
Nina Wadia Warns of Weight Loss Jab Dangers
Former EastEnders star Nina Wadia cautions against weight loss injections, citing depression and side effects, after losing two stone through exercise.
Menopause Brain Changes & Dementia Prevention Tips Revealed
Cambridge study finds menopause linked to grey matter loss, while Alzheimer's Research UK outlines actionable steps to reduce dementia risk through lifestyle changes.
SafeCall Lifeline Launches for Missing UK Children
Missing People launches SafeCall, a free national helpline for vulnerable children, backed by The Independent's £165,000 campaign and celebrity supporters.
Nottingham Survivor Warns 'Somebody Else Will Die Soon'
Wayne Birkett, a survivor of the Nottingham stabbings, issues a stark warning about mental health services ahead of a public inquiry into the 2023 attacks that killed three people.
Palliative Care Gap Leaves Many Australians Without Dignified End-of-Life Support
Australian oncologist Dr Ranjana Srivastava highlights systemic failures in palliative care access, revealing that most vulnerable elders and many cancer patients lack essential end-of-life support despite evidence of its benefits.
Kate's Shell Therapy for Children in Bradford Trauma Centre
The Princess of Wales visited a children's trauma therapy service in Bradford, demonstrating how shells and creative activities can help young minds heal from adversity and isolation.
Measles Symptoms, Vaccine Duration and Global Outbreak Alert
As measles outbreaks spread worldwide, experts explain symptoms, vaccine effectiveness and why the UK has lost its 'eliminated' status. Essential health guidance for families.
California's $236m Mental Health Court Fails With Just 22 Treated
Governor Gavin Newsom's CARE Court initiative promised to help thousands with severe mental illness but has court-ordered only 22 into treatment despite massive spending, leaving families devastated.
UK HIV Funding at Risk Amid International Aid Cuts
UK Minister for International Development declines to confirm protection for HIV funding as government prepares 40% aid cuts, potentially jeopardising global AIDS eradication goals.
NHS Funding Revamp Aims to Close UK Life Expectancy Disparities
The Department of Health announces a major NHS funding redistribution to address stark regional differences in life expectancy, targeting socio-economic inequalities and outdated GP funding formulas.
Kéllé Bryan's Emotional Health Update After 28-Year Lupus Battle
Loose Women panellist Kéllé Bryan reveals doctors have told her she doesn't need treatment for Lupus this year, marking a significant milestone in her nearly three-decade health journey.
GP: Wear Sunscreen Year-Round to Reduce Ageing Signs
A GP and skin doctor recommends daily sunscreen use to reduce ageing signs and save thousands on skincare, highlighting protection against UV and blue light.
Scabies Outbreak: UK Cases Soar 20% Amid Misinformation
Scabies cases in the UK have risen by nearly 20%, with experts blaming misinformation and delayed treatment for the spike in this contagious Victorian disease.
Black Women's Healthcare Nightmare in the US
Black women in the US describe navigating medical care as a nightmare, facing dismissal and bias. Stories from patients and doctors highlight the struggle for trust and survival in healthcare settings.
Abortion Debate Blocks US Healthcare Subsidy Renewal
Congressional negotiations to revive Affordable Care Act subsidies have stalled over abortion coverage restrictions, leaving millions facing premium hikes as bipartisan deal excludes key relief.
Kate Lawler Shares Hospital Stay for Implant Replacement
Big Brother winner Kate Lawler opens up about her recent breast implant replacement surgery, recovery, and the concerning consultation that led her to choose a different surgeon.
Minister Won't Confirm HIV Aid Protection from Cuts
International Development Minister Jennifer Chapman refuses to guarantee UK funding for global HIV response will be shielded from significant aid reductions, despite warnings cuts could reverse progress.
Baby Death Linked to Hospital Drop-Down Menu Error
A three-week-old premature baby died after a doctor selected the wrong medication from a drop-down menu and prescribed it at five times the correct dose, an inquest has heard.
Quarter of English Adults Now Abstain from Alcohol
New government data reveals 24% of adults in England are now teetotal, a sharp rise from 2022. Young people lead the trend, with a notable increase in male non-drinkers.
Measles Crisis: NHS Four-Day Rule as UK Loses Elimination Status
The UK has lost its measles elimination status, with cases soaring to 3,681 in 2024. The NHS urges adherence to a four-day isolation rule to curb the highly contagious disease, linked to plummeting vaccination rates.
Nurse Fired for Wishing Harm on Karoline Leavitt
A Florida labour and delivery nurse has been dismissed after posting a graphic TikTok video hoping White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt would suffer severe birth injuries.
Surgeon Warns Plastic Chopping Boards Pose Health Dangers
A heart surgeon cautions that using plastic chopping boards could lead to ingesting microplastics, potentially affecting fertility, endocrine function, and cardiovascular health.
Baby Nearly Died From Measles Before MMR Vaccination
Sophie Dale's son Levi contracted measles just days before his scheduled MMR vaccination, suffering life-threatening sepsis. She now advocates against vaccine misinformation.
Woman, 21, Faces Bladder Removal Due to Rare Condition
Caris Gibson from Oxfordshire suffers from Fowler's Syndrome, a rare urinary retention condition causing debilitating pain. After years on NHS waiting lists, she now faces losing her bladder without costly private care.
Shock Cervical Cancer Diagnosis After Routine Smear Test
A 34-year-old woman from Kent shares her devastating cervical cancer diagnosis after a routine smear test, urging others to attend screenings despite discomfort.
Mother's Measles Vaccine Plea After Daughter's Tragic Death
Rebecca Archer shares her devastating story after her daughter Renae died from a rare brain disease caused by measles, urging parents to vaccinate their children.
Nottingham Survivor: NHS Kept Critical Report Secret
Wayne Birkett, who survived Valdo Calocane's Nottingham rampage, reveals he wasn't warned about a damning CQC report into the mental health trust that treated the killer.
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