Doctor sentenced over Matthew Perry's ketamine death
A doctor who pleaded guilty to supplying ketamine linked to Matthew Perry's fatal overdose has been sentenced to home confinement. Read the latest on the case and the risks of ketamine therapy.
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Specialist NHS Help for Abuse Survivors Announced
The government unveils a new NHS initiative to provide specialist support for domestic abuse and sexual violence survivors across England, aiming to halve violence against women and girls.
Sex offenders must declare social media or face jail
New UK law forces registered sex offenders to notify police of their social media and dating profiles. Failure to comply could result in a five-year prison sentence. Read the full details.
Doctor Avoids Prison in Matthew Perry Ketamine Case
Dr Mark Chavez sentenced to eight months' home confinement for role in supplying ketamine to actor Matthew Perry before his fatal overdose. Read the full court details.
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NHS calls for mediation to end junior doctors' strike
Health service leaders plead for independent mediation to break the deadlock between Wes Streeting and the BMA, as a five-day junior doctors' strike begins, threatening severe patient disruption.
Appeal to trace man after woman found dead on tracks
British Transport Police are urgently appealing for a man seen talking to a woman on a Kilburn bridge two weeks before she was found dead on railway tracks. He is not a suspect but may have vital information.
NHS Resident Doctors Begin 14th Strike Over Pay Dispute
Resident doctors in England launch a five-day strike, the 14th in 33 months. With public support waning and both sides entrenched, the NHS faces a 'never-ending' dispute. Read the full analysis.
NHS dental contract changes fail to stop the rot
New NHS dental contract tweaks aim to help urgent cases, but experts warn they are not the radical overhaul needed to solve England's access crisis. Read the full analysis.
Met Police 999 call answering times slip below target
Met Police answer just 77.5% of 999 calls in 10 seconds, missing a 90% target. Officials urge public to call only for real emergencies after reports of spiders and lost dogs.
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Goldwater Rule Debate After Trump's Pennsylvania Speech
A physician argues for a distinction between armchair diagnosis and legitimate observation of public figures' behaviour, following Donald Trump's 9 December rally. Read the full analysis.
UK-US Trade Deals: Medicines Pact & Tech Sovereignty Row
New UK-US medicines agreement aims to boost NHS access to innovative drugs, but critics warn of eroded sovereignty in wider trade pacts with Trump. Explore the debate.
Mother and daughter battle breast cancer simultaneously
A mother and daughter share their journey through concurrent breast cancer diagnoses, exploring the genetic risks, emotional toll, and unique bond formed in the face of a shared illness. Read their powerful story.
Barchester's 12 Ways to Care This Christmas Initiative
Barchester Healthcare launches a national '12 Ways to Care This Christmas' campaign, highlighting simple acts of kindness and encouraging career consideration in care. Read the full story.
Indefinite hospital order for Leicester Square girl stabbing
Ioan-Alexandru Pintaru sentenced after random attack on Australian schoolgirl in central London. Heroic bystanders intervened to save her life. Read the full story.
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Hope Rehab Thailand's Approach to Addiction Recovery
Hope Rehab Thailand offers affordable, quality addiction treatment focusing on building self-worth and healthier coping mechanisms. Discover their unique program and start your recovery journey today.
The Subversive Power of Zohran Mamdani's Smile
Columnist Arwa Mahdawi spent a month trying to emulate the constant smile of NYC's mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani. Discover why this grin is an act of political resistance and its mental health effects.
Salter's Smart Scale Offers In-Depth Health Data for 2026
The Salter Body Insight Smart Scale uses advanced BIA tech to track body composition, not just weight. Priced at £99.99, it's a family-friendly health tool for the new year.
Couple deny starving three-year-old daughter to death
A Hayes couple pleaded not guilty to murder after their three-year-old daughter died of malnutrition. The trial is set for 2027. Read the latest court details.
NHS must use Covid lessons to fight winter flu, say experts
Academics warn the NHS faces a severe winter unless it adopts pandemic-era measures like better vaccine access, sick pay, and ventilation to curb flu spread.
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Hurricane Melissa's hidden mental health toll in Jamaica
Experts warn of a PTSD crisis after Hurricane Melissa devastated Jamaica, calling for mental health to be integrated into climate disaster policy across the Caribbean.
Surf Lifesavers' Heroic Response to Bondi Shooting
As a terror attack unfolded at Bondi Beach, surf lifesavers transformed their Christmas parties into emergency triage centres, using every bandage to aid victims. Read their extraordinary story.
AU$33m Pharma Payments to Doctors Raise Ethics Concerns
New data reveals over 6,500 Australian doctors received payments from drug firms. Experts warn this influences prescriptions, raising serious healthcare ethics questions. Read the full investigation.
M&S Charlton: Six in Hospital After Suspected Gas Leak
A suspected carbon monoxide leak at the M&S store in Charlton led to a major incident, with six staff members taken to hospital. Emergency services, including HART, responded. Read the latest updates.
Ex-OnlyFans star now helps men beat porn addiction
A former adult content creator on OnlyFans pivoted to mindful content, quadrupling her earnings to £22k/month while helping lonely men overcome porn addiction. Discover her unique approach.
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Carbon Monoxide Leak at M&S Charlton: 35 Treated
A major incident was declared at M&S in Charlton after a suspected carbon monoxide leak. Emergency services are on scene. Avoid the area. Follow for live updates.
Cancer patient's struggle as Trump ends remote work for husband
A Maryland woman with stage four cancer faces a desperate battle as her federal worker husband is forced back to the office, threatening their healthcare and livelihood. Read her story.
Food safety warning over Dubai-style chocolate bars
The UK's Food Standards Agency warns consumers with allergies to avoid Dubai-style chocolate after finding undeclared peanut and sesame. Read the full safety alert.
Care Home's 'Lamb-Vegas' Christmas Party a Hit
Lambwood Heights care home in Chigwell swapped Santa for roulette and drag queens at its festive 'Lamb-Vegas' party, delighting over 70 residents with casino games and a swing band.
FSA Warning: Allergy Risk in Dubai-Style Chocolate
The Food Standards Agency warns consumers with allergies to avoid Dubai-style chocolate bars due to undeclared peanut and sesame. Read the full safety alert.
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UK Food Watchdog Issues Dubai Chocolate Allergy Alert
The Food Standards Authority warns consumers with allergies to avoid popular Dubai-style chocolate bars after finding undisclosed peanuts and sesame. Stay safe this festive season.
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