Family Establishes Addiction Support Center Honoring Drag Star The Vivienne
The family of RuPaul's Drag Race UK winner The Vivienne launches weekly support sessions for substance abuse in Colwyn Bay following the performer's ketamine-related death.
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Doctor Strike in England Nearing its End - What Lies Ahead?
Despite the imminent conclusion of the doctor strike in England, the ongoing dispute between healthcare professionals and the government remains unresolved, raising questions about the future of negotiations and healthcare services in the country.
Leeds Maternity Services Face Major Scrutiny Over Safety Concerns** **
A recent report reveals significant safety and quality issues in Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust's maternity services, raising alarms among parents and health officials.** **
BMA Rejects Emergency Pleas for Striking Doctors to Return to Work
The British Medical Association has faced criticism for refusing emergency requests for striking doctors in England to resume work, impacting patient safety during the ongoing pay dispute.
Prescription Drugs Linked to Sexual Urges Tear Family Apart, Spark Calls for Stronger Warnings
A family’s life unraveled after a Parkinson’s medication triggered compulsive sexual behavior in a once-modest father, leading to surveillance, marital breakdown, and sexual misconduct. The BBC has uncovered 50 similar cases involving dopamine agonists.
NHS Braces for Strain Amid Ongoing Doctor Strike, Streeting Says
The UK's National Health Service (NHS) is preparing for potential disruptions as a five-day strike by resident doctors begins, with Health Secretary Wes Streeting cautioning that challenges are ahead despite efforts to maintain essential care.
Samaritans Announce Plan to Shrink UK/Ireland Branch Network Significantly
The Samaritans, a vital suicide prevention charity, announced plans to close at least half of its 200+ branches across the UK and Ireland, citing financial unsustainability, though volunteers are voicing strong concerns.
Junior Doctors' Strike: Health Secretary Pledges to Limit NHS Disruption
Health Secretary Wes Streeting commits to minimizing healthcare interruptions as junior doctors begin a five-day strike, instructing hospitals to cancel non-urgent care only in extreme cases.
Breakthrough in Genetic Medicine: UK Welcomes Babies Born with DNA from Three People
Eight babies in the UK have been born using DNA from three people, a pioneering technique preventing incurable mitochondrial diseases passed from mother to child.
South Korea's Fertility Clinics Thrive Amid Record-Low Birth Rates
Despite having the world's lowest birth rate, South Korea's fertility clinics are experiencing unprecedented growth, driven by shifting attitudes toward family planning and delayed parenthood.
Bank of Uganda Staff Donates UGX 11 Million to Build Shelter for Children with Cerebral Palsy
A Bank of Uganda employee has contributed UGX 11 million to support the Rotary Club of Sonde’s initiative to construct a shelter for children with cerebral palsy in Mukono Municipality.
Jinja Hospital Reports 10 Monthly Newborn Deaths From Oxygen Deprivation
Jinja Regional Referral Hospital records an average of 10 neonatal fatalities monthly due to birth asphyxia, largely attributed to systemic healthcare failures and unethical practices.
