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Supreme Court Allows Severely Disabled Over 16 to Consent to Care Arrangements

The UK Supreme Court ruled that severely disabled individuals aged 16+ can consent to care arrangements despite lacking capacity, overturning previous protections and sparking concern from charities about human rights and safeguards.

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Record Number of Children Denied NHS Mental Health Support in Scotland

A record number of child mental health referrals to NHS Scotland were rejected in 2025, raising concerns about unmet needs and gaps in community support services.

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Sir Kenny Dalglish Reveals He Is Undergoing Cancer Treatment

Sir Kenny Dalglish, the Scottish football legend, has confirmed he is undergoing cancer treatment after an accidental social media disclosure. He asks for privacy for himself and his family during this time.

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DVLA Revokes Licence After Voluntary Surrender Following Spinal Injury

After voluntarily surrendering my driving licence due to a spinal injury, the DVLA revoked it, complicating the process to regain it amid delays and backlogs in medical assessments.

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Man Donates Brain Tissue to Aid Dementia Research Amid Terminal Cancer Battle

Aidan McAllister, diagnosed with terminal brain cancer, donated healthy brain tissue during surgery to aid dementia research, inspired by his grandfather's battle with the disease.

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Families Urge Stronger Allergy Safety Laws in Northern Ireland Schools

Helen Blythe campaigns for mandatory allergy safety laws in Northern Ireland schools after her son Benedict died from an allergic reaction. Families call for consistent policies, training, and emergency preparedness to protect children with severe allergies.

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Kevin Keegan Announces Stage Four Cancer Diagnosis

Kevin Keegan, former England captain and Newcastle legend, has revealed he is battling stage four cancer. He shared details of his diagnosis and treatment, received support from the football community, and expressed a wish to say goodbye to Newcastle fans.

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Farmers Choir Prioritizes Mental Health Awareness Over BGT Victory

The Hawkstone Farmers Choir, winners of Britain's Got Talent 2026, emphasize mental health awareness over their victory, aiming to support farming community wellbeing amid rising suicide rates.

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Three Vaccines in Development to Combat Bundibugyo Ebola Amid Rising Outbreak

Three vaccines are being developed to combat the rare Bundibugyo Ebola strain amid a growing outbreak in DR Congo and Uganda, with over 1,000 suspected cases and nearly 250 deaths. Efforts by IAVI, Moderna, and Oxford aim to accelerate vaccine availability.

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Mam Awtistig yn Rhannu Realiti Bywyd gyda'i Mab i Wella Dealltwriaeth

Leian Roberts, mam i blentyn awtistig o Wynedd, yn rhannu realiti bywyd gyda'i mab Twm i godi ymwybyddiaeth am heriau rhieni plant ag anghenion ychwanegol.

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£10m Prize Launched to Advance Allergy Research After Pret Tragedy

The parents of Natasha Ednan-Laperouse have launched a £10m prize to fund allergy research, aiming to prevent food allergies and honour their daughter's legacy.

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Amy Dowden Reflects on Family History and Breast Cancer Journey on Who Do You Think You Are?

Amy Dowden reflects on her family's history and breast cancer diagnosis on Who Do You Think You Are?, expressing gratitude for the NHS and sharing her journey through illness and recovery.

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