37 h. ago Michelle Mone told it would be 'disappointing' if PPE firm made little profit

The Department for Health and Social Care is suing PPE Medpro for £130m after Baroness Mone acted as an introducer, saying the gowns were not sterile and unfit for use - the company denies the claims

Economics

39 h. ago Westlife fans share concern for Mark Feehily as he hasn't been seen on Instagram in a YEAR amid health issues

Westlife fans have expressed their concern for Mark Feehily after noticing he hasn't posted on social media since June 2024 - amid his health issues.

Politics

64 h. ago NHS waiting list for planned treatment falls to lowest level in two years

Health and Social Care Secretary Wes Streeting said the Government was ‘putting the NHS on the road to recovery’.

Politics

67 h. ago Lanarkshire care workers to take protest to Holyrood as row over pay intensifies

The action is part of the first national care strike in Scotland in over a decade, which has already seen walkouts in East Renfrewshire, Aberdeenshire, Moray, Lanarkshire and Ayrshire.

Economics

2 d. ago Michelle Mone's firm told 'pay back' £122m of taxpayer's money for bodged Covid PPE

The Department of Health and Social Care is suing PPE Medpro for allegedly breaching a deal for 25 million surgical gowns

Economics

3 d. ago Company linked to Baroness Mone must pay back £121m for ‘faulty’ PPE, court told

The Department of Health and Social Care is suing PPE Medpro for allegedly breaching a deal for 25 million surgical gowns.

Economics

3 d. ago Scotland's Health Awards 2025: Nominations open as Health Secretary Neil Gray urges 'do it today'

Health Secretary Neil Gray is encouraging everyone to nominate those who have gone above and beyond in health and social care.

Society

4 d. ago Justin Bieber snaps at fan inquiring about his wellbeing in shock comment

Justin Bieber had a barbed response to a fan inquiring about his health in a shock social media comment.

Sport

5 d. ago Welsh council leader 'concerned' about impact immigration plan could have on care

Cllr Huw Thomas said the UK Government's plans to restrict oversees recruitment of care workers is "certainly a matter of concern"

Politics

5 d. ago Care workers employed by Enable Scotland to take strike action in Lanarkshire this week in continuing dispute over pay

This is part of a co-ordinated wave of walkouts rolling out over five days across Scotland.

Economics

7 d. ago UK supermarkets exploit tax loophole to produce cider at ‘pocket

Campaigners say ‘super-strength subsidy’ puts pressure on the NHS, as some ciders cost same as apple juiceSupermarkets such as Tesco, Aldi and Lidl are exploiting a tax loophole to produce and sell cheap cider that harms health and causes social problems, alcohol campaigners have claimed.Over recent years, ciders – sometimes containing as much as 7.5% alcohol – have become cheaper or barely risen in price, despite the cost of beer, wine and spirits soaring, according to research by Alcohol Change UK. Continue reading...

Economics

9 d. ago Declining flu vaccination rates among health and social care workers a 'concern'

The jabs aren't compulsory and some staff may have personal reasons not be immunised

Science

9 d. ago I traded boozy nights for a hiking club – could this be the future of socialising?

Niki Cottrell joins the ranks at a hiking club to find out why 2025 is fast becoming the year of the wellness social

Politics

1 week ago ADHD diagnoses haven’t increased ‘that much’ despite more seeking an assessment

Experts said more patients seeking ADHD assessments could be down to greater awareness and less stigma

Politics

1 week ago Gemma Collins shares health struggles after social media silence

She says that she will be back entertaining soon

Politics

1 week ago Train as a counsellor from anywhere in Scotland: Online COSCA Skills Certificate opens Sept 2025

Are you living in Ayr, Glasgow, or Edinburgh and feel called to a career in counselling or emotional wellbeing? Now is the perfect time to take that first step — without leaving your home. Enlightened Psychology & Counselling has officially opened enrolment for its next Online COSCA Counselling Skills Certificate — a nationally recognised course that prepares learners for work in counselling, mental health, healthcare, social care, and beyond.

Events

1 week ago BREAKING: Gemma Collins reveals shock diagnosis and health woes after social media silence

Gemma Collins has shared an update on Instagram to reveal that she has been diagnosed with pneumonia after being ill for three weeks now and is being treated at home

Events

1 week ago Obama says Republicans are putting millions of Americans’ healthcare at risk

Rare intervention from former president urges people to call their senators to oppose Trump tax billBarack Obama has warned that Congress is putting millions of Americans at risk of losing healthcare coverage, in a rare intervention from the former president as the Republican party advances legislation that would gut major provisions of the Affordable Care Act.“Congressional Republicans are trying to weaken the Affordable Care Act and put millions of people at risk of losing their health care,” Obama posted on social media. “Call your Senators and tell them we can’t let that happen.” Continue reading...

Politics

1 week ago Dumfries care home worker receives long service award after working at Lochduhar Care Home for 25 years

Margaret Murdoch started working at Lochduhar in May 2000 as a carer before moving to work in the activities team .

Events

1 week ago Cancer patients needlessly dying after falling for natural 'cures' pushed on social media, oncologists warn

Some supposed ‘cures’ for cancer include coffee enemas used by naturopathic practitioners and raw juice diets

Events