91 UK Flood Warnings as Heavy Rain Hits Midlands
The Environment Agency has issued 91 flood warnings across the UK, with the West and East Midlands among the worst-hit regions as relentless rainfall continues.
Category : Health
PIP Payments Rising to £194.60 Weekly from April
The Government confirms Personal Independence Payment rates will increase from April, with maximum weekly payments rising to £194.60 to keep pace with inflation.
Care Home Manager Jailed Over Fatal Fall Cover-Up
A care home manager has been imprisoned after instructing staff to lie about an incident where an 84-year-old grandmother fell from an unsecured wheelchair, leading to her death.
UK Snow Alert: 75 Counties Face Major Blizzard This Week
Weather maps reveal a massive snow front stretching 610 miles could hit 75 UK counties with up to 13 inches of snow on February 13, with North Yorkshire expected to see the heaviest accumulations.
Tennis Ball Hack Targets Double Chin
A chiropractor's viral technique uses a tennis ball to strengthen jaw and neck muscles, offering a non-surgical approach to improving facial definition and posture.
Snow Maps Show 4 Inches for Birmingham, Disruption Forecast
Fresh weather maps predict significant snowfall reaching up to four inches in Birmingham and the West Midlands from mid-February, with the Met Office warning of potential widespread disruption.
State Pension February Payments Return to Normal Schedule
The Department for Work and Pensions confirms state pension payments will follow regular dates in February with no bank holiday disruptions, reverting from January's adjusted schedule.
Paramedic Struck Off for Morphine Theft During Covid
A West Midlands paramedic has been removed from the medical register after stealing and self-administering morphine while working 100-hour weeks during the Covid pandemic.
PIP Claimant Wins Second Tribunal After Legal Errors
A benefit claimant has been granted an additional Personal Independence Payment tribunal after a judge identified errors in law during their original hearing, though they still fell short of qualifying.
PIP Review Deadline Set for Autumn as Government Considers Changes
Personal Independence Payment claimants receive update on ongoing review, with conclusions expected by autumn. Government faces pressure over potential eligibility changes to disability benefit.
Alton Towers Disability Pass Trial Angers Autism Families
Parents condemn Alton Towers' trial limiting disability passes for autism and ADHD guests during February half term, calling it exclusionary and demanding inclusive solutions.
Birmingham Braces for 4.6cm Snowfall on February 13
Birmingham prepares for winter disruption as forecasters predict up to 4.6cm of snow combined with heavy rain on Friday, February 13, creating hazardous conditions.
Parents Urged to Check Baby Formula in UK Alert
The Food Standards Authority issues a 'do not use' alert for specific Danone and Nestlé baby formula batches over cereulide contamination risks, advising immediate checks and returns.
Britney Spears Reflects on Family and Conservatorship
Britney Spears shares heartfelt reflections on her family estrangement and the lasting impact of her 13-year conservatorship, stating she feels 'lucky to be alive'.
UK 90-Hour Snow Bomb: Exact Start and End Times
The UK is set for a prolonged 90-hour snow event starting midnight February 16, with temperatures dropping to -10°C and up to 38 inches of snow forecast for Scotland.
DWP Overhauls Disability Confident Scheme for Better Inclusion
The Department for Work and Pensions has unveiled significant reforms to the Disability Confident scheme, aiming to enhance workplace opportunities for disabled people and improve employer support.
35 English Counties Face Major Snow Blast in February
A significant winter storm is forecast to blanket much of England with snow from February 17th, with three Midlands counties specifically named among areas facing potential disruption.
Second Hobbycraft Kit Recalled Over Asbestos
The My Living World Worm Kit has been urgently withdrawn from sale after tests revealed the sand component may contain asbestos fibres, posing a serious health risk.
Free TV Licence Eligibility for UK Households in 2026
The DWP urges households to check eligibility for free TV licences as the fee rises to £180 in April 2026, with Pension Credit key for over-75s.
Birmingham girl's asthma battle leads to gymnastics triumph
Ava-Mae Moseley from Kitts Green overcomes rare eosinophilic asthma diagnosis through Birmingham Children's Hospital treatment, now thriving as gymnast.
Baby Formula Recall: 28 Products Pulled Over Toxin
The UK baby formula recall expands to 28 products from Aptamil, Cow & Gate, and SMA due to cereulide toxin contamination concerns, with 36 infants reported ill.
UK Faces Six-Day Snow Blizzard with '144-Hour' Event
Weather models predict a prolonged six-day snow event across the UK from February 16-21, with northern and eastern areas at risk of blizzard conditions and strong winds.
Essex Dad's Kidney Cancer Battle and Recovery
Paul Souter, a 43-year-old father from Essex, shares his story of being diagnosed with kidney cancer after back pain, his surgery, and how walking and counselling aided his recovery, including charity marathon walks.
Grantham Care Home Resident Celebrates 100th Birthday in Style
Beryl, a resident at Maple Leaf Lodge in Grantham, Lincolnshire, marked her 100th birthday with a telegram from the King, a champagne reception, and heartfelt celebrations.
Hospital Delays Blamed for 26-Year-Old's Death After Heart Op
An inquest hears how James Poots, 26, died following repeatedly postponed heart surgery, with systemic failures allowing his case to 'fall through the cracks' at Manchester hospitals.
Danone Recalls 15 Baby Formulas Over Toxin Concerns
Danone has urgently recalled 15 Aptamil and Cow & Gate baby formula products due to potential cereulide toxin contamination, following 36 clinical reports of illness in children.
Oxford Study: Statin Side-Effects Often Misattributed
New University of Oxford research reveals most reported statin side-effects are not caused by the medication, prompting calls for urgent updates to official medical information leaflets.
West End Health Clinic Opens in Colwyn Bay
West End Health, a new private GP-led preventative healthcare clinic, has launched in Colwyn Bay, North Wales, with demand exceeding expectations and plans for regional expansion.
Coffee Stains Fade with 83p-a-Day Whitening Strips
A man with teeth badly stained from coffee drinking reports a huge difference after using HeySmile whitening strips costing 83p daily, with users praising effectiveness and no sensitivity.
33cm Snow Forecast for All English Counties in February
Meteorological data indicates a significant wintry shift, with projections showing substantial snowfall across every English county, including up to 33cm in northern regions.
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