A Guardian investigation into the Free Birth Society reveals 48 cases of serious harm, highlighting the dangers of unregulated online health advice and the urgent need for safeguards in the digital age.
Experts warn over-reliance on AI for youth mental health could spark a public health crisis. Urgent government action is needed to expand the human workforce.
Brent Council has paid nearly £10,000 in compensation after a Local Government Ombudsman investigation found it failed to provide a disabled teenager with vital educational therapies for over a year.
A court heard how an ex-soldier bravely climbed into the moving car of Paul Doyle to stop his rampage during Liverpool's victory parade, injuring 29 people. Read the full details from the sentencing hearing.
Resident doctors in England will strike after rejecting the government's offer, citing a critical jobs crisis and real-terms pay cuts. Read why they demand respect and action.
Lina Piroli, 93, died after a 'frightening' wait for a bed in Whittington Hospital A&E. Coroner warns of systemic NHS delays detrimental to elderly care.
A sexual health nurse reveals the normal taste and consistency of semen, what influences its flavour, and how much protein it really contains. Get the facts here.
Doctors detail case of man in his 50s who had a stroke after consuming eight high-caffeine energy drinks daily. His blood pressure normalised only after quitting. Read the full health warning.
A coroner ruled a jeweller suffered a psychotic episode after stopping his medication before killing his wife of 32 years. The inquest heard of mental health service failings. Read the full report.
Proposed federal budget cuts to law enforcement and Medicaid could devastate Alaska's efforts to combat rising overdose fatalities, warn public health and police chiefs.
Courtney Stocks, a 22-year-old dog groomer from Ilkeston, suffered a sudden cardiac arrest linked to a hidden heart condition and work-related stress. Her father's CPR saved her life.
Tens of thousands of NHS doctors will strike for five days before Christmas after rejecting a last-minute government deal. The BMA union cites a 20% real-terms pay cut since 2008. Read the full story.
Over 40 firefighters are tackling a major fire on Lord Street in North Woolwich. Residents are advised to keep windows and doors shut. Follow for live updates.
A 2025 Lovehoney study reveals the average duration of sex for men across different age brackets. Experts stress communication and technique matter more than the clock.
The sister of vulnerable Hackney man Jason Scarfe, missing since November, makes an emotional plea for his safe return as her only Christmas wish. Police reissue appeal.
A 24-year-old man from Litchard was found dead on an M4 slip road after police were called to a report of a man in distress on a footbridge. The motorway was closed as emergency services responded.
A damning report reveals a Queensland childcare worker's predatory abuse could have been halted on five separate occasions by authorities. Read the full investigation.
A national parks firefighter has died after being struck by a tree in Bulahdelah, as NSW Premier Chris Minns warns of a dangerous start to the bushfire season following significant property losses.
A woman and a child have died in a devastating house fire in County Offaly. An investigation is underway as emergency services respond to the tragedy.
A dietitian reveals the surprising afternoon deadline for eating chocolate to avoid sleep disruption. Discover the hidden stimulants and better bedtime snacks.
A Northern Ireland primary school saw 170 pupils absent in a single day due to a mutated flu strain, with the headteacher comparing it to Covid times. Learn about the surge and the vital flu vaccine rollout.
Groundbreaking research shows ageing isn't linear but occurs in distinct phases. Discover how this changes our approach to health and longevity. Read the full analysis.
Singer Paloma Faith shares her hospitalisation for flu while pregnant at 44, opening up about her fears and past fertility struggles. Read her full story here.
A Healthwatch England survey reveals 14% of GP referrals are lost or delayed, causing worsened health for 75% of affected patients. Discover the full impact and official response.
A mutated flu strain is driving a severe winter crisis in England, with hospitalisations 56% higher than 2024. Experts warn of up to 8,000 patients as NHS braces for Christmas wave. Get your vaccine now.
MP Alex Sobel reveals a shocking 14-year life expectancy divide in his Leeds constituency, urging a new government strategy to tackle health inequalities through prevention and cross-departmental targets.
A woman shares her story of familial estrangement after her older brother's volatile temper turned to ableist abuse following her life-changing diagnosis. Read her journey to emotional freedom.
Harriet Trewhitt, 21, woke from tongue cancer surgery to find her meaningful semicolon tattoo had been grafted from her arm onto her tongue. Read her incredible story of survival and symbolism.
A 16-year-old boy faces possible amputation after a Perro de Presa Canario attack in Kirklees. Read the full story on the ongoing impact and court outcome.
Leaders of the Make America Healthy Again movement call for EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin's removal, accusing him of favouring chemical firms over public health. Read the latest on the growing feud.