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Govt claims it is blood-sufficient. But is it?

On August 19, 2025, the government claimed that the annual blood requirement for the county was met the previous year. This, despite several reports and studies on shortage of blood in various parts of the country and significant state, and intra-state variations in the availability of blood.

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Possums, asbestos and pigeons: snap review into NSW hospitals highlights serious maintenance issues

Health minister pledges to work quickly to improve hygiene after mould outbreak in Sydney’s Royal Prince Alfred hospital left two patients dead

The Guardian - AU

‘The negligence is staggering’: elderly and dying Australians left waiting for urgent aged care

Alan Nicolle was already approved for urgent aged care supports, but delays and confusion under a ‘Kafkaesque’ system made his final days exhausting and painful

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Care for others was at heart of Jeane Freeman’s life, thanksgiving service told

The former health secretary died earlier in February.

Evening Standard

How to Find Joy and Meaning When You Want to Retire — But Can’t Yet

For Gen X, delaying retirement can be an opportunity to pilot-test your second act, plan for your inheritance and structure trusts for your kids.

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UAE public school enrolment closing soon: Here’s what parents need to know

Parents across the UAE have just days left to secure places for their children in government schools for the 2026–2027 academic year, with authorities making clear that late applications will not be accepted once the window closes.

The Times of India

Dissatisfaction with life in UK unchanged since Covid, official data shows

Average life satisfaction still below pre-pandemic peak despite improving economic outlook, reports ONS

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The clocks go forward early this year — here are the 3 ways it will impact your sleep and why the 7:1 rule is crucial to avoid sleep deprivation and morning fatigue

It's important to remember that when the clocks go forward, our biological clocks stay the same. 'For many individuals, this creates a temporary mismatch between sleep timing and circadian rhythm'

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NSW government denies ‘covering up’ deadly fungal outbreak at major hospital

Health minister says cluster of infections at Sydney’s Royal Prince Alfred hospital was not publicised to avoid ‘unnecessarily scaring people’

The Guardian - AU

Kinship carers in England to be given financial support in government pilot

Charities hail ‘groundbreaking’ scheme for grandparents and others who take full parental responsibility for a child

The Guardian - UK

Yes, Britain needs more babies – but Reform’s nasty plans for women won’t help

The UK, like many other countries, has a falling birthrate. But Danny Kruger’s perverse 1970s-style policies offer nothing to mothers-to-be, says Guardian columnist Polly Toynbee

The Guardian - UK

Holyrood sets date for final debate on Assisted Dying Bill

MSPs will begin considering amendments to the proposed legislation on March 10, with a final vote expected to take place on March 17.

Evening Standard

Jersey votes to approve assisted dying, as a similar UK bill stalls in House of Lords

The island of Jersey has voted to legalize assisted dying for some terminally ill adults, as a similar bill stalls in the U.K. Parliament

The Independent UK

Did Thorbjørn Jagland Attempt to Take His Own Life? Former Norwegian PM Rushed to Hospital After Epstein Charges

Norwegian ex-PM Thorbjørn Jagland, 75, hospitalised weeks after being charged with gross corruption linked to Jeffrey Epstein files.

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Jersey becomes second part of British Isles to pass assisted dying legislation

But concerns have been raised about the lengthy wait for a similar Bill on the Isle of Man to be granted royal assent by Whitehall.

The Guardian - UK

Jersey approves bill to legalise assisted dying for terminally ill adults

Assembly members voted on Wednesday in favour of the bill, which will need royal assent before it becomes law

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Patients dead as hospital build sparks fungal outbreak

Sydney's largest public hospital admits construction works sparked an outbreak of a fungal infection that left two patients dead and four more sick.

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Cruel comments, racism and cover-ups: key findings from England’s maternity care report

Investigation finds instances of shocking maternity staff conduct alongside structural and staffing problems

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How quickly can Brits book a GP appointment? Survey finds worrying numbers avoid calling doctors when ill

A new survey finds a significant number of Brits are postponing GP appointments due to appointment concerns and confidence issues in NHS services.

The Guardian - AU

South Korea’s birthrate rises for second year with experts saying ‘echo boomers’ behind boost

Rebound in the country – which has been having demographic crisis – said to be partly because of 3.6 million born between 1991 and 1995 having children

The Guardian - UK

Half of Britons avoid calling GP when they are ill, survey finds

Most believe they will struggle to get an appointment, with over a quarter choosing to manage ailment themselves

The Guardian - UK

Senedd votes in favour of implementing Westminster’s assisted dying bill

Should legislation pass House of Lords, the matter will require another vote after May’s Welsh elections

GamesRadar

"We've made mistakes": Discord delays age verification rollout but promises no meaningful change as co-founder spends 1,857 words trying to sound apologetic

"Let me be upfront: we knew this rollout was going to be controversial"

Kiplinger

It's Time to Bust These 3 Long-Term Care Myths (and Face Some Uncomfortable Truths)

None of us wants to think we'll need long-term care when we get older, but the odds are roughly even that we will. Which is all the more reason to understand the realities of LTC and how to pay for it.

The Times of India

First ‘dementia village’ with shops, restaurant and theatre set to open in US to transform elderly care

The United States is set to launch its first dementia village. This innovative development aims to provide a neighbourhood-like environment for residents. It will feature homes, shops, and recreational spaces. The project seeks to enhance the quality of life for individuals with dementia. This model offers a new approach to…

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