Conjoined twins die after emergency separation surgery
Tragedy strikes as conjoined twins Marcos and Mateus die after a high-risk delivery and emergency separation surgery in Brazil. Read the full story of the family's heartbreak.
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Man cycles Cork to Everest for children's hospital
Daragh Cronin, 23, is cycling from Ireland to Mount Everest to raise €30,000 for paediatric care at Cork University Hospital. His epic journey begins on 14 February 2026. Support his cause now.
GP's Christmas Dementia Care Advice for UK Families
An NHS GP urges families to reassess dementia care over Christmas, highlighting key signs that specialist support may be needed. Plan for safety and dignity.
Premature baby home after 547 days in hospital
Bertie Melly, born at 24 weeks, finally leaves hospital after 547 days and five major operations. Read his family's incredible journey of hope and resilience.
Girl, 7, finds joy through tech after blindness diagnosis
Brave Katie-Rae Edmunds, 7, who has had three open heart surgeries and is now blind, finds laughter again through Lifelites' sensory technology. Support our Christmas appeal to help more children.
Nurse on trial over boy's death at Portland Hospital
An intensive care nurse denies manslaughter after seven-year-old James Dwerryhouse suffered fatal brain damage when monitors were left off. The trial at Southwark Crown Court continues.
Prince William visits Gaza children in NHS care
The Prince of Wales met severely ill children from Gaza being treated by the NHS in a UK government humanitarian mission. Read about his moving visit and the children's courage.
NHS failures contributed to girl's suicide, inquest finds
A coroner's court found inadequate NHS testing for a rare brain condition possibly contributed to the death of 12-year-old Mia Lucas. Her mother vows never to forgive the failings.
Five-year-old dies after routine tonsil surgery
Amber Milnes, 5, died from a haemorrhage days after tonsil surgery at Royal Cornwall Hospital. Her parents had expected overnight stay due to her rare condition. Read the full investigation.
Girl, 12, had treatable brain disorder before death
Mia Lucas, 12, died at a mental health facility from a treatable physical brain condition. The inquest reveals new evidence as her family seeks answers about her care.
Girl's death linked to undiagnosed brain condition
New evidence reveals Mia Lucas, 12, had treatable autoimmune encephalitis before her death in a psychiatric unit. The inquest hears how missed diagnoses led to tragedy.
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.
Elderly face eviction as Lancashire care homes face axe
Relatives of elderly residents at Woodlands care home react with fury as Reform-led council proposes closure. Families fear the devastating human cost of relocation.
476 Scottish Care Homes Close, Families Face 100-Mile Trips
New figures reveal 476 care homes in Scotland have closed in a decade, forcing relatives to travel over 100 miles to visit loved ones. Industry bosses warn of an NHS crisis. Discover the impact.
Toddler dies after hospital medication error: lawsuit
A Florida family is suing a hospital after their two-year-old son died, alleging a doctor's decimal point error led to a fatal potassium overdose. Read the full tragic story.
Paul Ogrady saves pensioner from care home eviction
Heartwarming story reveals how TV star Paul Ogrady intervened to save 89-year-old Betty Smith from being forced out of her home of 40 years after council care cuts threatened her independence.
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.
Lancashire Council Plans Care Home Closures to Save £4m
Reform-run Lancashire County Council faces fierce backlash over controversial proposals to shut down care homes, aiming to save £4m annually amid growing elderly care crisis.
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.
Winter Snake Plant Care: 7 Essential Tips
Discover expert winter care secrets for snake plants. Learn how to protect your Sansevieria from cold damage, adjust watering routines, and maintain vibrant growth through the challenging months.
Grandma found dead after care home disappearance
Heartbreaking story of 83-year-old Jeanette Stone who wandered from her care facility and was later discovered deceased in a neighbour's garden, sparking urgent safety reviews.
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.
Veteran dies in scalding care home shower - family sues
The family of a 73-year-old US Army veteran is suing an Oklahoma care facility after he suffered fatal burns in a dangerously hot shower, alleging gross negligence and wrongful death.
Care home bosses jailed for £1.2m fraud against residents
Two care home directors from Surrey have been sentenced to prison after systematically defrauding elderly and vulnerable residents of over £1.2 million in a shocking case of financial abuse.
NHS rapid blood test for child sepsis breakthrough
The NHS is trialling a groundbreaking rapid blood test that can detect deadly sepsis and meningitis in children within hours, potentially saving countless young lives across UK hospitals.
NHS rolls out 45-minute sepsis test for children
A groundbreaking rapid blood test that can detect deadly sepsis in children within 45 minutes is being introduced across NHS hospitals, potentially saving countless young lives through early intervention.
Flourishing at 50: Revolutionary Aged Care Success
Discover the groundbreaking aged care facility in Surrey that's redefining senior living, where residents in their 50s and 60s are thriving through innovative care approaches and community integration.
Care home wheelchair users perish in boat tragedy
Exclusive court testimony reveals how disabled care home residents, including several in wheelchairs, met their tragic fate during a catastrophic boat excursion that turned deadly on the water.
Lydia Bright: Foster care system is broken
Former TOWIE star Lydia Bright opens up about her personal experience in foster care and calls for urgent reform to support vulnerable children across the UK.
Elderly sleep on mouse-infested mattresses in care homes
Disturbing investigation reveals elderly care home residents forced to sleep alongside mice nesting in mattresses as facilities face closure across the UK.
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