Thinktank: Shrink Hospitals to Solve NHS Permacrisis
Major report urges fundamental hospital reinvention with care shifting to homes. Thousands of beds could disappear as NHS embraces community-based treatment models.
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Australia's Under-16 Social Media Ban Explained
Australia's world-first social media ban for under-16s starts 10 December. Discover which platforms are included, how age checks work, and the appeal process for wrongful bans.
How to prevent criminalisation of children in care
New analysis reveals stable foster placements and educational achievement are crucial for diverting looked-after children from crime. Discover the evidence-based solutions for better outcomes.
UK Choirs Sing for the Dying: A Decade of Comfort
Discover how Companion Voices choirs across England provide gentle, end-of-life musical support. A moving initiative founded 12 years ago, offering solace in final moments.
Meta begins Australian teen account shutdowns
Meta starts notifying Australian teens under 16 that their Facebook, Instagram and Threads accounts will be deactivated by December 10. Affected users can download content or return at 16.
Why hair grows slower in winter and how to fix it
Hair expert explains the science behind slower winter hair growth and reveals simple routine changes and supplements to boost growth during colder months.
Two more teen deaths in Barnet Council care prompt questions
Urgent questions raised over Barnet Council's child care failings after two more teenagers die. As a third death in 13 months is confirmed, discover if lessons were delayed.
Southwark mum wins £700 over council care delays
A Southwark mother received £700 compensation after the council delayed arranging care for her autistic daughter and failed to complete her carer's assessment. Read the full investigation findings.
Vacant West London office to become 45-bed care home
A vacant 1980s office building in Hammersmith is set to be refurbished into a 45-bed care home after receiving unanimous planning approval. Read about the new facility for older people.
Banana Peel Plant Hack: Science Tests Viral Gardening Tip
Experts reveal whether banana peels actually shine houseplant leaves. Discover 5 tested plant care hacks and which ones really work for healthier indoor plants.
NHS nurse died after 'indigestion' misdiagnosis
Paediatric nurse Paula Ivers, 47, died from an aortic dissection hours after being sent home from Tameside Hospital with Gaviscon. Her family says the NHS 'let her down in the worst way possible'.
UK Review Could End Automatic Arrest for Children in Care
A major UK review proposes ending automatic police arrests for children in care who lash out. Discover the planned reforms for a more trauma-informed approach.
Lancashire care home closure plans spark outrage
Elderly residents at Woodlands care home face eviction as Reform-led council consults on closures. Families describe the proposal as 'cruel' and warn of devastating human cost.
Hospital criticised after woman dies of sepsis
A coroner has criticised King's College Hospital for disjointed care leading to Joan Talbot's sepsis death. The trust must respond to prevention measures by January 2026.
Dr Stephen Dawson: Aids Pioneer & Sexual Health Innovator
Dr Stephen Dawson, who witnessed London's Aids crisis in the 1980s, transformed sexual healthcare in Slough. Read his remarkable story from urology to film-making.
Brighten Your Smile for Christmas with MySweetSmile
Get ready for the festive season with MySweetSmile's award-winning teeth whitening products. Achieve a dentist-bright smile at home without sensitivity using peroxide-free formulas.
Princess Beatrice opens up on premature birth loneliness
Princess Beatrice reveals the loneliness of premature birth while supporting Borne charity's research campaign. Join the conversation on maternal health support.
Threshold Choirs sing comfort to the dying
Discover how the global Threshold Choir movement brings peace to the terminally ill through gentle songs. A story of comfort from Ballina, Australia. Learn more about this heartwarming service.
Trauma survivors rebuild spirituality and find forgiveness
Discover how trauma survivors navigate spiritual crisis and learn to forgive themselves without religious belief. Jackie Bailey shares her journey from childhood trauma to spiritual safety.
English councils sell assets to avoid bankruptcy
Survey reveals most English councils are selling public assets like sports centres to fund soaring social care costs, with many also planning council tax hikes.
Assisted Dying Bill Fuels Palliative Care Debate
As the assisted dying bill progresses, UK lawmakers and medical professionals debate the crucial balance between palliative care improvements and end-of-life choice.
Expert warns lettuce-only diet kills tortoises
Zoo records keeper reveals why tortoises need varied diets beyond lettuce. Learn what foods keep these reptiles healthy and avoid malnutrition risks.
Maureen McGinley: Palliative Care Pioneer Dies
Remembering Maureen McGinley, the visionary nurse who revolutionised palliative care in the UK. Discover her incredible legacy and lasting impact on healthcare.
Streeting's NHS Reform: Sink or Save for Labour?
Health Secretary Wes Streeting unveils radical NHS restructuring plan to cut 18,000 jobs and redirect £1bn to frontline care. Can this high-stakes gamble save both the health service and Labour's political future?
New 90-Bed Peckham Care Home Gets Green Light
Southwark Council approves a new 90-bed care home on Asylum Road to address the borough's ageing population and lack of local care capacity. Set to open in 2029.
Melania Trump launches 'Fostering the Future' initiative
First Lady Melania Trump spearheads a new initiative to boost career and education opportunities for children in foster care. Discover how the executive order aims to create change.
London A&E Crisis: Longest and Fastest Waits Revealed
New NHS data exposes stark contrasts in London's emergency care, with Kingston Hospital having England's lowest 4-hour wait performance. Discover the full story behind the figures.
Best Self-Care Christmas Gifts UK 2023
Discover the ultimate self-care Christmas gifts from cosy PJs to LED masks. Perfect for pampering loved ones with beauty, wellness and relaxation presents.
Philip Kingsley Winter Haircare: Protect & Repair
Discover Philip Kingsley's cult haircare products that combat winter damage. From Elasticiser to new curl shampoo, get stronger, healthier hair all season.
US Government Shutdown Ends After 42-Day Standoff
The longest US government shutdown in history concludes after 42 days as Democrats fail to secure healthcare concessions. Analysis of the political fallout and what comes next.
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