42% of New Mothers Report Mental Health Issues in Europe
A major European study finds high levels of maternal mental health strain, with 42% of new mothers reporting issues. Career penalties and childcare costs exacerbate the crisis.
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UK Mothers Overloaded: High Stress and Career Impact
A new European survey finds 70% of UK mothers feel overloaded, with nearly half facing mental health issues and significant career disadvantages due to motherhood.
Children's Mental Health Crisis: UK's 'Biggest Challenge'
Leading charities warn that declining mental health among children and young people represents the 'biggest challenge of our time', with services struggling to meet demand and the UK lagging behind comparable nations.
Vet Reveals Phrase to Avoid When Your Dog Dies
Hospice vet Faith Banks shares crucial guidance for pet owners during final moments, explaining why saying 'I'm sorry' can prolong grief and offering alternative comforting words.
Kate Braves Storm Chandra for Mental Health Hike
The Princess of Wales joined a Mind Over Mountains charity walk in the Peak District, laughing off muddy conditions amid Storm Chandra's heavy rain and winds.
Sleeping Without Pillows May Help Glaucoma Patients
New research suggests sleeping without pillows could reduce eye pressure in glaucoma patients, potentially offering a simple strategy to manage this common eye condition.
Sleep Position May Increase Glaucoma and Blindness Risk
New research reveals sleeping with stacked pillows can compress neck veins, raising eye pressure and glaucoma risk. Study suggests single or no pillows may help prevent optic nerve damage.
Bunnie Xo Reveals Terrifying Weight Loss Drug Side Effects
Jelly Roll's wife Bunnie Xo details terrifying depression from unapproved weight loss drug retatrutide, warning others about online claims and fake medicines.
Beauty Queen Loses Cancer Battle at 35
Andrea Andrade, a California pageant queen who inspired many by competing while undergoing treatment, has died after a nearly ten-year fight against colon cancer.
Family Speaks Out After Woman Dies on Flight to London
The family of Rachel Green, a 44-year-old attorney who died on a Delta flight from Minneapolis to London, questions her medical care after an inquest revealed an undiagnosed heart condition combined with prescription medications.
Ten Dead in NYC Cold Snap, Shelter System Under Scrutiny
At least ten people have died in New York City during a severe cold snap, raising urgent questions about the city's preparedness and homeless shelter system effectiveness during extreme weather events.
Simon Armitage Reads Poem for World Cancer Day
Poet Laureate Simon Armitage has recorded a reading of his new poem 'The Campaign' to mark World Cancer Day. The work was commissioned by Yorkshire Cancer Research for its centenary year.
Extended Therapy Helps Autistic Children Speak, Study Finds
New research indicates that prolonged speech and language therapy significantly aids autistic children in developing spoken language, with two-thirds showing improvement after consistent intervention.
Flu Cases Drop But Doctors Warn Against Complacency
US flu activity shows third consecutive weekly decline, but health experts caution against dropping guard amid historic season with 19 million cases and 44 pediatric deaths reported.
Store Manager Saves Homeless Woman from Freezing in Texas
A homeless woman named Bobbi was found nearly frozen outside a Fort Worth convenience store, saved by manager Faris Hussain and a customer as temperatures plunged dangerously low.
Pressure Mounts on Ministers Over Secret US Drug Deal
MPs demand transparency on the UK-US zero tariff drug agreement, with critics warning of hidden costs to the NHS and economy by 2035.
British Medics Could Leave NHS Without Training Priority
Health Secretary Wes Streeting warns UK-trained doctors may turn away from NHS if not prioritised for specialty training places, unveiling new legislation to reduce international recruitment reliance.
Girl, 11, Drowns in Hotel Pool on First Family Holiday Abroad
An inquest hears how Francesca Blease, 11, who was terrified of water, drowned in a hotel pool in Fuerteventura. Holidaymakers, including an NHS midwife, rushed to help, but she later died in hospital.
Kate's Nature Walk Highlights Mental Health Benefits
The Princess of Wales joined a mental health walk in the Peak District, emphasising the therapeutic power of nature and outdoor experiences for wellbeing during her northern England engagements.
UK HIV Funding Protection Could Be Key AIDS Success Story
The Independent's Bel Trew tells Parliament that protecting UK HIV funding is crucial to ending the AIDS pandemic by 2030, amid global aid cuts.
Mother's Grief as Son Dies Under Assisted Dying Law
A Canadian mother is devastated after her diabetic, blind son was euthanised under controversial MAiD legislation, sparking calls for stronger mental health safeguards.
Armitage Pens Poem for World Cancer Day in Leeds
Poet Laureate Simon Armitage unveils a new poem, 'The Campaign', commissioned by Yorkshire Cancer Research to mark World Cancer Day and the charity's centenary, inspired by meetings with those affected.
Muscle Twitches: Common Causes and Medical Insights
Explore the science behind muscle twitches affecting 70% of people. Learn about triggers from caffeine to mineral deficiencies and when to consult a doctor.
Apple Cider Vinegar Beats Lemon Water for Gut Health
New research highlights apple cider vinegar's superior gut health benefits over lemon water, with probiotics aiding digestion and reducing disease risks.
Father: NHS Home Birth Service Played 'Russian Roulette'
A coroner found 'missed opportunities' contributed to baby Pippa Gillibrand's death after delays in her delivery during a planned home birth in Warrington.
Bhaktivedanta Manor's Hidden History as a Nurse Training School
Before George Harrison owned it, Bhaktivedanta Manor served as St Bartholomew's Hospital's preliminary nurse training school, where young nurses learned essential skills in a hands-on apprenticeship model.
Five Vital Health Facts Most Brits Don't Know
A Bupa doctor reveals five crucial health markers every adult should monitor, as research shows alarming gaps in public health knowledge across Britain.
Schoolgirl Drowns in Shallow Pool on Family Holiday in Spain
An 11-year-old girl from Crewe, who was terrified of water, tragically drowned in a shallow hotel pool in Fuerteventura during her first overseas family holiday, an inquest has heard.
Quarter of English Adults Don't Drink as Sobriety Rises
New survey reveals 24% of adults in England are now non-drinkers, with significant regional and gender variations. Experts warn this positive trend doesn't diminish the scale of alcohol-related harm.
Sarwar Calls for Hospital Inquiry to Question Sturgeon
Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar demands the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital inquiry be reopened to question former First Minister Nicola Sturgeon and other ministers about political decisions.
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