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Community raises thousands for hospice supporting girl with cancer
A Welsh community that united to fund a child's cancer treatment has now raised over £10,000 for Ty Hafan hospice, which supports her family. Discover their inspiring story.
Assistive tech unlocks boy's world after royal meeting
13-year-old Felix, who has a life-limiting condition, uses Lifelites assistive technology to communicate. His story highlights the Mirror's Christmas appeal to help thousands more children.
Fashion designer Pam Hogg dies aged 68
Iconic British fashion designer Pam Hogg has died peacefully in a London hospice. The creative force behind looks for Princess Eugenie and Beyoncé leaves a magnificent legacy.
Boy's emotional reaction to £17k hospice fundraising
Seven-year-old Noah Playforth breaks down in tears after discovering his daily running challenge raised over £17,000 for Bluebell Wood Children's Hospice. His heartwarming story went viral on TikTok.
Gov Plan: More People to Die at Home, Not Hospital
The UK government unveils a major plan to reform end-of-life care, allowing more people to choose to die at home. The move aims to end the 'postcode lottery' and prevent traumatic hospital deaths.
7 Common Deathbed Regrets Revealed by Hospice Nurse
A hospice nurse who sat with 300 dying patients shares the seven most common deathbed regrets. Discover how to live fully and avoid these painful realisations.
Assisted Dying Bill Drives Palliative Care Funding Talks
As Parliament debates assisted dying legislation, a £100m hospice investment and improved end-of-life care choices take centre stage. Discover how this affects UK families.
Sally Kirkland, 84, in Hospice Care
Oscar-nominated actress Sally Kirkland, 84, is now in hospice care in Palm Springs following dementia, infections, and falls. A GoFundMe supports her medical costs. Read her story.
Barnsley woman's legacy transforms Marie Curie hospices
A remarkable story of generosity unfolds as a Barnsley woman's final gift to Marie Curie sparks a nationwide legacy, funding vital hospice services from Preston to Bristol and beyond.
End-of-Life Care Needs Fundamental Reform, Not Just Funding
A damning new report reveals that Britain's palliative care system requires fundamental transformation, not just increased funding, as thousands face inadequate support during their final days.
Hospice Chaplain Reveals What Dying Patients Really Ask
An experienced hospice chaplain shares the profound wisdom from patients facing their final days, revealing the universal question that unites us all when confronting mortality.
Hospice Doctor's Stark NHS Crisis Warning
A senior hospice doctor reveals why the current NHS crisis feels fundamentally different from anything he's witnessed before, sharing powerful insights from decades of end-of-life care.
Nurse struck off over relationship with mental health patient
A Queensland nurse has been permanently banned from practising after developing an improper relationship with a mental health patient, including kissing sessions and escape room outings, in a serious breach of professional boundaries.
Nurse jailed for hospital sex assault on teen patient
A predatory nurse has been sentenced to prison after admitting to sexually assaulting a vulnerable 17-year-old patient while she was receiving medical care at a US hospital.
Kent hospice damaged by hurricane, services threatened
A Kent hospice serving vulnerable patients faces severe disruption after hurricane-force winds caused extensive damage, putting critical care services at risk.
WWE Legend King Kong Bundy's Health Mystery Deepens
Conflicting reports emerge about the condition of 67-year-old WWE icon King Kong Bundy as family members offer contradictory statements about his health status and hospice care.
Hospice Crisis: Why End-of-Life Care Needs Funding Now
As Britain faces a growing crisis in palliative care, hospices struggle with funding gaps while demand surges. Discover why investing in compassionate end-of-life care is essential for our society's wellbeing.
Hospice funding crisis forces cuts for terminally ill
Exclusive investigation reveals how government funding shortfalls are forcing hospices across England to reduce essential services for terminally ill patients, creating a postcode lottery for end-of-life care.
Retired nurse trampled to death by cattle on countryside walk
A retired NHS nurse has died after being trampled by a herd of cattle while walking her dogs in the Yorkshire Dales, prompting safety warnings for countryside visitors.
Princess Beatrice visits Teenage Cancer Trust hospice
The royal showed her support for young cancer patients during an emotional visit to a specialist hospice, continuing her long-standing commitment to the Teenage Cancer Trust.
Streeting: Hospice experience shaped my NHS vision
Shadow Health Secretary Wes Streeting reveals personal hospice experience that's shaping Labour's radical NHS reform plans, promising fundamental system change.
Man dies trapped in hospice bed: Investigation reveals negligence
A shocking investigation reveals how a Connecticut man lost his life after becoming trapped in his hospice bed, exposing serious care failures in the healthcare system.
William and Kate's heartfelt letter to hospice nurse revealed
The Prince and Princess of Wales have personally written a deeply moving letter to a hospice nurse who cared for Kate's grandfather, offering their heartfelt thanks and praise for her compassionate work.
Amanda Holden's heartfelt solo single tribute to her mother
Britain's Got Talent judge Amanda Holden releases her debut solo single, a poignant tribute to her late mother and grandmother, with proceeds supporting a children's hospice.
Sarah Ferguson Axed as Hospice Patron After Email Leak
The Duchess of York has been dramatically dropped from her role as patron of a children's hospice after a controversial email she sent was made public, sparking a wave of criticism.
Nurse struck off after affair with teenage stepson exposed
A registered nurse from the UK has been removed from the nursing register after a tribunal found her guilty of a professional misconduct for engaging in an illicit relationship with her teenage stepson, a scandal that has rocked the medical community.
Sydney Nurse Suspended Over Alleged Threats to Israeli Patients
A Bankstown-Lidcombe Hospital nurse has been suspended following allegations she made threats towards Israeli patients. Health authorities and police are investigating the incident that has sparked outrage and raised concerns over patient safety and condu
Vampire Nurse Jailed for Drinking Blood from Children
A children's hospital nurse has been sentenced for a series of disturbing offences, including drawing blood from a child with a syringe and consuming it, in a case that has horrified the UK.
Assisted Dying Debate Pushes UK Hospices to Breaking Point
Exclusive investigation reveals how Britain's hospices face unprecedented strain as House of Lords debates assisted dying legislation, with funding shortfalls and ethical dilemmas threatening end-of-life care nationwide.
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