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Child dies from Strep A in UK as death toll hits 190 and health officials issue warning

The latest data from the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) says 190 people have died from Strep A in England so far this season. The figure includes 30 children under 18

Daily Mirror · Jan 12, 2023

West Lothian hospital staff shortage hits plan for more winter beds

Health and social care services struggle to recruit and retain staff for hospital and care at home provision

Edinburgh Live · Jan 12, 2023

US birth rates are at record lows – even though the number of kids most Americans say they want has held steady

Birth rates are falling in the U.S. After the highs of the Baby Boom in the mid-20th century and the lows of the Baby Bust in the 1970s, birth rates were relatively stable for nearly 50 years. But during the Great Recession, from 2007-2009, birth rates declined sharply – and…

The Conversation · Jan 12, 2023

Heavily pregnant Nottingham woman fears homelessness 2 weeks before giving birth

She is due to give birth on January 24

Nottingham Post · Jan 12, 2023

Disabled man 'literally begging' for carers as he cannot afford to pay for level of support he needs

Imraan Adam says the authority has refused to increase his care payment package.

Daily Record · Jan 11, 2023

Son flagged concerns weeks before mum's care home death

Beryl Ellison died after her son reported medication being hidden in her bedsheets

Liverpool Echo · Jan 11, 2023

Maternity care in England ‘deteriorating’ OLD REDIRECTED

The Care Quality Commission said there has been a ‘concerning decline’ in results from its maternity survey over time.

The Independent UK · Jan 11, 2023

Funding axed for Glasgow charity that feeds elderly 'with no one else to help them'

The charity deliver essential shopping and support services to over 200 of the city's over 65s each week, who would otherwise be unable to access shopping or other essential services

Glasgow Live · Jan 11, 2023

Analysis-Macron's pension reform gains risk social pain

President Emmanuel Macron's plans to raise the retirement age by two years may deliver meagre economic and financial gains over time, but come at the cost of infuriating unions and aggravating workers already stung by the inflation crisis.

Reuters · Jan 11, 2023

China: ‘Not necessary’ to dwell on Covid deaths

BEIJING: Chinese health officials said on Wednesday it was “not necessary” to dwell on the exact number of Covid deaths in the country, days after the World Health Organization criticised authorities’ approach to tallying the surge in cases there.

Bangkok Post · Jan 11, 2023