Obituary: Dr Saboor Mir, NHS Doctor, Dies Aged 94
Dr Saboor Mir, an NHS ophthalmologist and GP who served for over 40 years after emigrating from Pakistan, has died aged 94. He witnessed the partition horrors of 1947.
Category : Health
Readers Reveal Tips for a Simpler Life in 2026
Guardian Australia readers share practical tips for reducing stress in 2026, including embracing imperfect travel, taking micro-breaks, and organising intentional downtime.
Cheryl Fergison's Stroke Recovery Update
Former EastEnders actress Cheryl Fergison shares her ongoing recovery from a stroke, discussing the challenges and her positive outlook on returning to acting.
GOSH Surgeon Harmed 94 Children, Report Reveals
A shocking review reveals 94 children suffered harm under surgeon Yaser Jabbar at Great Ormond Street Hospital, with 36 experiencing severe consequences.
GOSH Surgeon Harmed 94 Children, Review Finds
A report into orthopaedic surgeon Yaser Jabbar at Great Ormond Street Hospital found 94 children suffered harm, including 36 severe cases, from 2017 to 2022.
Universal Credit Changes to Lift 100,000 Children from Poverty
Labour's welfare reforms, including free school meals for Universal Credit families, will lift 100,000 children from poverty while reversing Tory benefit cuts.
Norovirus Hospitalisations Surge, NHS Under Pressure
Norovirus hospitalisations in England have surged to a new winter high, with 950 daily beds filled, while flu cases decline. NHS leaders warn of sustained pressure on services.
CBS Hires Controversial Doctor Mark Hyman
CBS News under Bari Weiss hires Dr Mark Hyman, a functional medicine advocate criticised as promoting pseudoscience, with ties to RFK Jr and Trump allies.
Andy Kershaw's Cancer Battle Leaves Him Unable to Walk
BBC Radio 1 legend Andy Kershaw has been diagnosed with cancer affecting his spine, leaving him unable to walk. His friend reveals his treatment and defiant spirit.
London Measles Map Shows Vaccination Crisis
An interactive map reveals London measles hotspots where the disease is spreading, with over half of England's cases. Vaccination rates have fallen to their lowest level in a decade.
Taliban Contraception Ban Creates Health Crisis for Afghan Women
Afghan women describe devastating impacts as Taliban fighters destroy contraceptive stocks, calling them a Western conspiracy, leading to untreated miscarriages and dangerous pregnancies across the country.
Survivor Details Gabriel Hay's Sexual Assault Ordeal
A survivor of rapist Gabriel Hay shares her traumatic experience of assault and escape, urging other victims to report abuse and seek support.
Ray J Says He Has 'Months to Live' After Heart Issues
Singer Ray J, 45, has revealed he believes he won't live past this year due to severe heart damage from years of drug and alcohol abuse, sharing his health crisis on Instagram.
DJ Relearns to Walk After High Blood Pressure Stroke
Natasha Carayol, a 40-year-old from North London, suffered two strokes caused by high blood pressure, forcing her to relearn basic functions while rebuilding her life through DJing.
Midlife Mental Health: 9 in 10 Women Suffer Silently
A major survey reveals an epidemic of silence around mental health struggles among women over 50, with menopause, relationship breakdowns, and financial pressures creating a perfect storm.
UK Social Media Ban for Under-16s Gains Momentum
Pressure mounts on UK government to ban social media for under-16s following House of Lords vote. Parents, teachers and young people share mixed views on potential restrictions.
Iran Doctors Expose Hospital Crackdown on Protesters
Medical professionals in Iran share harrowing accounts of security forces targeting protesters in hospitals, removing patients from life support, and executing wounded individuals within medical facilities.
Fafo Parenting: The End of Gentle Child Rearing?
The rise of Fafo parenting on social media advocates tough consequences over gentle methods. Experts debate whether this teaches independence or causes emotional harm.
Social Media Misinformation Fuels Unneeded Testosterone Therapy
Medical experts caution that TikTok influencers are misleading men into seeking testosterone treatments they don't need, posing risks to health and fertility.
Com Network Grooming Children Online, Report Reveals
A shocking new report exposes how the 'Com' network uses gaming platforms to groom vulnerable children into self-harm and exploitation. Parents share harrowing stories of their sons' descent into this dark online world.
UK Neuralink Trial: 'Magical' Brain Chip Gives Hope
A participant in the UK trial of Elon Musk's Neuralink brain chip shares his experience, calling it 'magical' and a source of new hope for severe paralysis.
Digital 'Support Multiverse' for Young People in Family Violence
Experts advocate for a digital 'support multiverse' to help young people access domestic abuse support through familiar online channels, addressing barriers in current systems.
Nipah Virus: Asian Travel Precautions Explained
Asian countries implement temperature screening and health declarations after Nipah virus cases detected in India. UKHSA issues travel advice for Britons visiting at-risk regions.
Missing Teen Case Solved After 10 Years via DNA
The disappearance of Jacob Lyon, 19, from Florida in 2016 has been resolved after skeletal remains found in 2022 were DNA-matched, bringing closure to his family.
NHS ADHD Overspend and Water Stress Corrections
The Guardian issues corrections on NHS England's ADHD service budget overspend and global water stress statistics, alongside other recent article amendments.
Arkansas Women Sue Over Abortion Bans After Emergencies
Four Arkansas women denied abortions during medical crises file lawsuit challenging state's near-total ban, alleging constitutional violations and life-threatening delays.
Scottish Health Secretary: Queen Elizabeth Hospital is 'Safe'
Neil Gray, Scotland's health secretary, has declared he has 'no doubt' the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital is safe, following a Holyrood debate on the scandal-hit facility.
DNA Solves Decade-Old Missing Teen Mystery
A DNA breakthrough has finally identified skeletal remains found in Florida as Jacob Lyon, a teenager missing since 2015, bringing closure to his family after years of uncertainty.
Potato Bed: Viral Sleep Trend Raises Health Alarms
The 'potato bed' sleep trend, valued in a £422bn sleep economy, goes viral on TikTok but experts warn it may cause back pain and overheating risks.
McEwan Calls for Assisted Dying to Cover Dementia
Author Ian McEwan argues assisted dying laws should gradually extend to dementia sufferers, citing personal family experiences and the need for living wills to clarify intentions.
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