The Latest Breaking News on Ageing

No nursing colleges in 40% of districts: Health Ministry

Nursing services form the backbone of any medical establishment.

The Hindu · Jul 19, 2023

Councils ‘simply do not understand’ evidence given by Matt Hancock, inquiry told

A barrister for the Local Government Association said it does not believe a suggestion only two councils had plans for pandemic flu to be accurate.

The Independent UK · Jul 19, 2023

In stinging rebuke, judge orders Florida to stop funneling frail kids into nursing homes

A federal judge has delivered a stunning rebuke to Florida health administrators, ruling that the state’s long-standing failure to provide adequate care to children with complex medical needs has resulted in the “tragic” and illegal warehousing of fragile children in institutions.

McClatchy Washington Bureau · Jul 18, 2023

105-Year-Old Woman Refuses To Leave Childhood Home In Nottinghamshire

Elsie Allcock, who bought the house in 1957, credits her longevity to staying active and not sitting idle.

Zenger · Jul 17, 2023

All-Ireland forum would have been ‘extremely helpful’ during Covid – union boss

Irish Congress of Trade Unions assistant general secretary, Gerry Murphy, was giving evidence at the UK Covid-19 Inquiry.

The Independent UK · Jul 17, 2023

‘He could have died’: family calls for better jaundice testing of black and Asian babies

Jaxson’s symptoms were initially dismissed by health staff in a case that could have had fatal consequences

The Guardian - UK · Jul 16, 2023

Coram charity accused of ‘throttling by stealth’ nursery it helped create

Pioneering early years centre in north London faces closure as landlord Coram plans to double rent

The Guardian - UK · Jul 16, 2023

NHS consultants’ strike ‘could cause more delays than junior doctors’ action’

Postponement of even more treatment in England will put Rishi Sunak’s pledge to cut waiting lists in peril, say unions

The Guardian - UK · Jul 16, 2023

If You’re a Financially Insecure Older Adult, Start Here for Help

Many older people, many of them Baby Boomers, are struggling to make ends meet. Assistance for debt, groceries, healthcare and more is available.

Kiplinger · Jul 16, 2023

What to Discuss With Your Aging Parents as They Get Older

The time will come when you need to have a conversation with your parents about their plans as they age. Here are some of the things you should talk about.

Kiplinger · Jul 15, 2023