The infant mortality rate has risen for the first time in two decades—and these factors may be to blame Experts say maternal care deserts could be exacerbating the issue The Independent UK · Nov 1, 2023
King Charles presents medals to Kenyan veterans who fought for British Army in World War II The King handed the five medals to former corporal Samweli Mburia during a poignant ceremony Evening Standard · Nov 1, 2023
‘Hospitals favouring younger emergency patients’ A new study found that elderly people attending Accident & Emergency departments are less likely to be seen within target times. The Independent UK · Nov 1, 2023
‘Isle of Man on path to be first in British Isles to legalise assisted dying’ Pro-change campaigners hailed a ‘historic vote’ but Care Not Killing called it a ‘dangerous and ideological policy’. The Independent UK · Oct 31, 2023
Isle of Man parliament backs bill to legalise assisted dying Crown dependency could be first part of Britain and Ireland to allow terminally ill adults to choose The Guardian - UK · Oct 31, 2023
Isle of Man’s parliament votes Assisted Dying Bill through to next stage Tuesday evening’s vote saw 17 Members of the House of Keys (MHK) vote for the bill, and seven against. The Independent UK · Oct 31, 2023
Bulk-billed tests catch carriers of genetic conditions Prospective parents no longer need to fork out hundreds of dollars to find out if they carry the gene for three deadly conditions. AAP · Oct 31, 2023
NHS Scotland hailed for ‘positive' menopause and menstrual health policy SCOTLAND'S largest employer has introduced a new policy to help women going through the menopause or suffering from menstrual difficulties. The National (Scotland) · Oct 31, 2023
Inside London's bid to become the world's fertility tourism capital As a new fertility concierge service launches in the capital, aimed at high net worth overseas customers, Charlotte Lytton asks, is blurring the lines between hope and profit ever ethical? Evening Standard · Oct 31, 2023
Questions to ask a gynae before planning your pregnancy When the journey to parenthood becomes a challenging one, seeking guidance from a gynecologist can be a crucial step in understanding and addressing fertility issues. Asking the right questions can lead to a more informed and proactive approach to achieving your dream of becoming a parent. The Times of India · Oct 31, 2023
Parents of babies who died or were harmed in NHS care demand inquiry Repeated failings in NHS maternity units cost NHS in England £2.6bn a year in damages The Guardian - UK · Oct 31, 2023
Bereaved families call for national inquiry into England’s maternity services Parents are asking the Health Secretary for a judge-led independent review into nationwide maternity services. The Independent UK · Oct 31, 2023
The Standard Fertility Survey: 'fertility is now a complex web of financial calculations and emotional stress' Economic crisis is casting a significant shadow over women's reproductive choices. It's not merely about affording a family, it's about securing the basic necessities of life, says founder and CEO of Peanut, Michelle Kennedy Evening Standard · Oct 30, 2023
The COVID-19 death toll in India, getting it right Equipped with all available information, the task force will be enabled to conduct a thorough analysis using standard statistical methods that utilise empirical data The Hindu · Oct 30, 2023
The Independent UK · Oct 30, 2023 Large increase in over 65-year-olds in work, study suggests There were 457,000 workers aged 65 and above in the year 2000, rising to 1.43 million workers now, the study showed.
The Independent UK · Oct 30, 2023 Doctor ‘cautiously optimistic’ Assisted Dying Bill will pass vote on Isle of Man The island’s parliament will have a second reading of the bill on Tuesday in what campaigners called a ‘landmark vote’.
The National (Scotland) · Oct 29, 2023 Scottish Government's next independence white paper to focus on migration THE Scottish Government will publish the next independence white paper shortly focusing on migration policy, the Sunday National understands.
The Guardian - UK · Oct 29, 2023 Whistleblowing ‘cost Hampshire doctor dearly’ after he loses tribunal Dr Martyn Pitman claimed retaliatory victimisation after raising morale concerns but tribunal says it was his manner that cost him his job
The Guardian - UK · Oct 29, 2023 Soaring private healthcare use piling pressure on NHS GPs, survey finds Exclusive: Doctors increasingly having to interpret ‘questionable’ private tests and conduct follow-ups
The Hindu · Oct 29, 2023 Integrated nursing education, service model to be implemented at AIIMS Delhi AIIMS Delhi has decided to explore the possibility of adopting an Integrated Nursing Education and Service Model to bridge the gap between theory and practice, elevate nursing standards, and efficiently utilize nursing personnel. A committee has been constituted to review the Indian Nursing Council's notification, study successful implementations, assess potential…
The Guardian - UK · Oct 28, 2023 Biggest independent children’s care providers in England made £300m profit last year Fee income for 20 largest operators – many private equity-owned – soars as councils struggle to meet costs
The Guardian - UK · Oct 28, 2023 Revealed: one in three jailed pregnant women in England and Wales still to face trial New data on prisons has added to calls by campaigners to end custodial sentences for expectant mothers
The Guardian - UK · Oct 28, 2023 Want to live to 116? The secret to longevity is less complicated than you think Good humour, a positive outlook and staying away from toxic people is more important than genes, ice baths or spartan diets
The Independent UK · Oct 28, 2023 Rise of the trout pout teens: How thousands of under-18s fell for Botox and filler As reports suggest English teenagers are travelling to Wales and Scotland to get around a ban on non-surgical cosmetic tweaking, Olivia Petter speaks to experts about what might be causing the terrifying boom in underage injectables
The Guardian - UK · Oct 27, 2023 Delays, rows and legal challenges: inside the stalled new NHS gender identity service Guardian analysis reveals chaotic efforts to open two units offering new treatments to children with gender dysphoria