The daughter of former BBC Breakfast presenter Bill Turnbull said she would run this year’s London Marathon in memory of the broadcaster. Flora Turnbull said she wanted to raise awareness of prostate cancer after her father’s death from the disease in August. “I wanted to have a purpose this year and to remember dad in … Read more
An ethicist is seeking to reform medical language families and patients can find upsetting. Source link
Alan Titford and Sarah Jane Lloyd-Jones are accused of the manslaughter of their daughter Kaylea. Source link
Many women probably remember when and where they got their first period. A lot of us probably also wish we’d been a little more prepared. If your daughter is approaching their first period, how can you help them be ready without embarrassing them — and yourself? Make an action plan so you’re both ready. Confront concerns. … Read more
The mother of a 31-year-old woman who died from cancer after her chemotherapy was paused due to pandemic Covid measures has spoken publicly for the first time, saying she’s “broken” by her daughter’s death. Kelly Smith from Macclesfield died from bowel cancer in June 2020. Her mum, Mandy Russell, and dad started a petition calling … Read more
David Allum, 58, died after complications from Covid-19 despite receiving both vaccine doses. Source link
Gabrielle Connolly was waiting for counselling when she died from a drug-related incident. Source link
She was diagnosed with an aggressive form of leukaemia when she was eight weeks old. Source link
Linda Marks, regional director for the Bupa care home, said: “This was an isolated incident and doesn’t reflect current practices at the home. We pride ourselves on high standards but fell short in this instance, and have sincerely apologised to the family. Source link
Some care home residents in England are now being allowed one nominated visitor, as lockdown restrictions begin to ease. Anne Thompson was happy to be able to hold hands with her mum Kathleen, who is in a care home in Scarborough. However, different care homes are operating different systems. Read more: Can I hug my … Read more