Mum's Honest Death Chat With Daughter Stops Stranger
A mother's candid conversation about mortality with her young daughter was overheard by a stranger who stopped her to praise the beautiful explanation of loss.
Category : Health
Nipah Virus Outbreak in India: Symptoms and Risks
India faces a Nipah virus outbreak in West Bengal with five confirmed cases, including medical staff, and nearly 100 quarantined. Learn about symptoms, transmission, and prevention.
PIP Review Sparks Concern Over Benefit Changes
A government review of Personal Independence Payment could lead to significant changes affecting millions of claimants, with rising costs driving potential reforms.
NYC Mayor Gets Scottish Baby Box for Child Poverty Plan
New York City's new mayor, Zohran Mamdani, has been sent a baby box from Scotland to inspire his own policy plans, highlighting a shared commitment to tackling child poverty and the cost of living.
UKHSA Warning: Shingles Kills 50 Brits Each Year
The UK Health Security Agency has issued a stark reminder about shingles, a painful four-week illness that causes around 50 deaths annually in the UK, particularly dangerous for those over 64.
Iron Supplement Warning: Four Symptoms of Overdose
The NHS cautions that excessive iron intake can cause constipation, nausea, vomiting, and stomach pain, with high doses posing fatal risks, especially in children.
Health Board Denials 'Severely Impacted' Hospital Inquiry
Senior counsel Fred Mackintosh KC says NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde's delayed acceptance of infection problems at Queen Elizabeth University Hospital hindered the inquiry's work, with managers showing 'wilful blindness'.
Hospice Staff Could Quit Over Assisted Dying Bill
Charity leader Toby Porter expresses concerns that the proposed assisted dying bill may trigger resignations among hospice staff and volunteers, worsening workforce shortages and financial pressures.
Woman Beats Terminal Cancer with Lifestyle Changes
Hope Pearce, 34 from Essex, was given just 20 months to live with stage 4 cancer but has survived years longer through radical diet and lifestyle changes, sharing her journey online.
Husband's Grief as Killer Detained for Bus Stop Stabbing
The husband of grandmother Anita Mukhey, stabbed 18 times at a north London bus stop, says her death has left an unfillable silence as her mentally ill killer receives indefinite detention.
NHS Approves Talazoparib for Prostate Cancer Patients
The NHS in England has approved Talazoparib, a life-extending drug for advanced prostate cancer, offering hope to 2,400 eligible men with extended survival and delayed disease progression.
Protein Bar Health Risks Exposed by UK Experts
UK protein bar sales exceed £1.3 billion, but nutritionists warn many contain excessive sugar, saturated fat and ultra-processed ingredients linked to serious health conditions.
ACOG Fights Trump's Anti-Science Healthcare Policies
The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists is leading resistance against Trump administration policies, rejecting federal funding and challenging medical misinformation.
NYC Nurses Strike in Frigid Weather, Backed by Mayor and Sanders
Nearly 15,000 nurses across three major New York hospital systems continue their historic strike for safer staffing and better conditions, with Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Senator Bernie Sanders joining picket lines in sub-zero temperatures.
CDC May Block 'Never Use Alone' Overdose Prevention Messaging
US health officials consider prohibiting federally funded groups from promoting 'never use alone' advice, sparking concerns about reversing progress in overdose prevention.
Spinal Cord Damage Surge from Laughing Gas in Youth
A new Irish study reveals an alarming rise in spinal cord damage among young people due to nitrous oxide inhalation, with 14 cases diagnosed from 2021 to 2024, highlighting permanent neurological risks.
Lemon Peel Hack Transforms Roast Potatoes
Food writer Melissa Thompson reveals a brilliant method to repurpose discarded lemon peel into a zesty seasoning that elevates herby roast potatoes, reducing kitchen waste.
Doctor's Winter Hand Care Advice and Top Creams
A medical expert explains the common activity to avoid for preventing cracked hands in cold weather and recommends effective moisturisers from Neutrogena, Aveeno and CeraVe.
Tory Leader Urges NHS Chief to Reveal Hospital Pressure Source
Scottish Conservative leader Russell Findlay calls on NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde's chief to disclose who pressured the early opening of Queen Elizabeth University Hospital, linked to patient infections.
Toddler's Cancer Battle: Mother's Warning Signs for Parents
A Perth mother reveals crucial symptoms after her two-year-old's leukaemia diagnosis, urging parents to advocate for their children's health amid a challenging treatment journey.
Dementia Deaths Surge: 2,500 Excess Fatalities in England
New official statistics reveal dementia is killing people at an alarming rate, with 68,000 deaths in 2025 accounting for 14% of all registered fatalities in England.
Malawi Rolls Out Cholera Vaccines as Floods Increase Outbreak Risk
Malawi has initiated a cholera vaccination campaign targeting vulnerable communities as heavy rains and flooding heighten the threat of deadly outbreaks across southern Africa.
Norwich Named UK's Most Depressed City in Survey
A new survey reveals Norwich as Britain's most depressed city during January, with 25% of residents reporting low mood. Stoke and Swansea follow closely behind.
Nipah Virus Outbreak in West Bengal: Symptoms and Risks
India races to contain a Nipah virus outbreak in West Bengal with five confirmed cases. Learn about symptoms, transmission, and why this deadly virus with no vaccine poses significant public health risks.
UK Aspirin Shortage Leads to Export Ban and Supply Issues
Britain confronts a severe aspirin shortage, with 86% of pharmacies unable to supply the drug, leading to rationing and price hikes as the government imposes an export ban to protect stocks.
Hospice Staff May Quit Over Assisted Dying Bill
Hospice UK's CEO Toby Porter warns that controversial assisted dying legislation could trigger resignations among staff and volunteers, potentially worsening workforce shortages in palliative care.
Guinea-Bissau Suspends US Vaccine Study Over Ethics
Guinea-Bissau suspends a US-funded hepatitis B vaccine trial, citing ethical concerns and national sovereignty, as US officials dispute the decision.
Diabetes Study: Semaglutide Outperforms Traditional Treatments
A comprehensive comparative study finds GLP-1 receptor agonists like Ozempic are more effective for type 2 diabetes management than conventional therapies, marking a potential paradigm shift in care.
RAF Veteran Quadriplegic After Parachuting Accident
Rob Bugden, a former RAF physical training instructor, became paralysed from the neck down following a mid-air collision during a parachute training exercise in California in 2016.
NHS Approves Talazoparib for Prostate Cancer Treatment
The NHS has approved Talazoparib, a life-extending drug for advanced prostate cancer patients unsuitable for chemotherapy, offering nearly nine extra months of life.
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