Parents of teen lost to screen addiction back social media ban
The parents of Leo Barber, 16, who died by suicide, call for a social media ban for under-16s after his addiction to platforms like Discord. They warn of dangers for neurodiverse teens.
Category : Health
Doctors: Child mobile phone use a 'public health emergency'
Senior medics warn of a 'public health emergency' as screen time and harmful online content damage children's wellbeing. The government faces pressure for an under-16 social media ban.
Jess's Rule: New GP Safety Initiative Launches Nationwide
A new patient safety rule, inspired by Jessica Brady's tragic death, urges GPs to reconsider diagnoses after three appointments. The initiative aims to prevent missed serious illnesses like cancer.
Cookbook Author's Weekly Air Fryer Meatball Recipe
Discover the fiery chilli con carne meatballs recipe that bestselling cookbook author Clare Andrews makes for her family every single week. Ready in minutes using your air fryer.
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Air pollution raises prostate cancer risk, study reveals
New research links traffic and industrial air pollution to increased prostate cancer risk in UK men. Experts call for urgent action to cut emissions. Check your risk today.
Badminton sharpens mind and improves concentration, study finds
New research reveals playing badminton enhances mental focus and cognitive control. Scientists suggest it could be used in training programmes to boost brain function.
Mum's gut feeling saves toddler with rare condition
A Florida mother's persistence led to a life-saving diagnosis for her son after medics initially dismissed a mysterious bruise. Her story is a powerful lesson for all parents.
Mindset Coach Reveals How to Cut Back on Alcohol
Former advertising executive Anna Donaghey explains why resistance to change is normal and offers practical steps to reduce drinking, improve health, and build a more fulfilling life.
Nurses win landmark case over NHS changing room policy
Seven NHS nurses win a landmark employment tribunal against their trust after objecting to sharing a female changing room with a transgender colleague. The ruling has major implications for single-sex spaces across the health service.
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NHS Ambulances 15 Minutes Faster, Says Streeting
Ambulance response times for heart attacks in England are 15 minutes faster this winter, a life-saving improvement hailed by Health Secretary Wes Streeting. Read the full report.
Sports Giants Unite for Men's Mental Health Week
The UK government launches 'Team Up', a week-long campaign from Jan 26-Feb 1 2026, backed by Premier League & major sports bodies to combat male loneliness and boost mental health support.
Five-year-old weighed 19lbs, fit infant body bag, parents charged
A five-year-old Louisiana boy died weighing just 19lbs, his body fitting an infant-sized body bag. His parents face homicide charges in a severe child neglect case. Read the full investigation.
Sex-selective abortions surge in UK Indian community
Exclusive data shows a record gender imbalance in births among Indian families in Britain, with experts warning of widespread illegal terminations of female foetuses. Read the full investigation.
NHS logged 237 'never event' errors in six months
Exclusive data reveals nearly 100 NHS patients had surgery on the wrong body part in six months. Discover the shocking details of these 'never events' and what it means for patient safety.
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Vicky Pattison credits Strictly for body confidence before motherhood
Ex-Geordie Shore star Vicky Pattison reveals how Strictly Come Dancing transformed her self-image and prepared her for starting a family with husband Ercan Ramadan. Exclusive interview.
Health board accepts link between infections and hospital water
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde acknowledges a probable causal link between patient infections and the water system at a flagship hospital, following a public inquiry. Read the latest developments.
NHS guidance on cousin marriage sparks controversy
Exclusive: NHS training tells midwives cousin marriage risks are 'exaggerated' and highlights 'economic benefits', despite higher birth defect rates. Critics call it 'indefensible'.
NHS admits dirty water likely infected child cancer patients
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde has conceded dirty water at Queen Elizabeth University Hospital likely caused infections in immunocompromised children. Families demand justice.
NHS admits water link to child infections at Glasgow hospital
Health bosses admit contaminated water at Glasgow's flagship £1bn hospital caused serious infections in young cancer patients, after six years of denials. Two children died and 84 fell ill.
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Vitamin C deficiency linked to easy bruising, experts warn
Experts reveal that frequent bruising may signal a vitamin C deficiency. Discover the symptoms, daily requirements, and how to boost your intake through diet or supplements.
Higgs Boson Scientist Leaves £3.2m Fortune to Charity & Family
Nobel laureate Professor Peter Higgs, famed for predicting the 'God particle', left a £3.2m estate. His will reveals generous gifts to Oxfam, Cancer Research UK, and Edinburgh University. Discover his final legacy.
Jack Fincham broke, relapsed and can't afford rehab
Former Love Island winner Jack Fincham has broken his silence on a relapse, admitting he has just £20 to his name and cannot afford private rehab treatment. Read his candid confession.
Expert Guide to Looking After Your Feet for Life
Podiatrists reveal why we ignore our feet and how to care for them. From choosing the right shoes to essential exercises, learn to prevent pain and maintain mobility.
Life After the Medal: The Hidden Cost of Heroism
When ordinary people perform extraordinary acts of bravery, they are hailed as heroes. But what is the lasting psychological and personal toll once the media spotlight moves on? Explore the untold stories.
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Paloma Faith pregnant with third child, shares bump snap
Singer Paloma Faith announces pregnancy with partner Stevie Thomas, her third child, and shares a nostalgic throwback photo from her dancing days. Read more about her new chapter.
Gaza Child Mortality Crisis: Over 100 Killed Since Ceasefire
A devastating report reveals over 100 children have died in Gaza since October's ceasefire, with eight succumbing to hypothermia this winter. Maternal and newborn care has collapsed.
RFK Jr's new diet guidelines spark health and environment fears
US health experts warn Robert F Kennedy Jr's new dietary guidelines, which promote more meat and dairy, risk public health and the environment. Discover the contradictions and potential impacts.
David Baddiel's personal tragedies revealed
Comedian David Baddiel opens up on using humour to cope with his father's rare dementia and his daughter's teenage anorexia. His new Channel 4 show, 'Cat Man', airs Friday.
Davina McCall & Michael Douglas on 'Hardest Year'
Davina McCall and husband Michael Douglas reveal their emotional journey through her cancer treatment and their hopes for 2026 in a candid podcast chat. Read their full story here.
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Clarkson's Farm star on father's motor neurone disease fight
Clarkson's Farm favourite Charlie Ireland opens up about his father's death from motor neurone disease in 2011 and his mission to raise awareness and funds for the MND Association.
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