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Be Well: Medicaid 'spend down' strategy can cover high long-term care costs. But do not go it alone

Many older Americans end up relying on Medicaid for long-term care because Medicare rarely covers daily help like bathing or eating

The Independent UK

More support urged for ASN pupils as specialist teacher numbers drop

The Scottish Children’s Services Coalition has raised concerns.

Evening Standard

How dying patients in palliative care face ‘postcode lottery’ in their final days

Those in end-of-life care facing ‘postcode lottery,’ a report from MPs says

The Independent UK

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'Bogus': Indian immigrant Harpreet Kaur exposed as Australian court finds her guilty over fake nursing certificate

An Indian immigrant’s claim that she was tricked into using a fake nursing certificate has been rejected by an Australian court, which found her guilty and described her defence as a string of “outright lies”.

The Times of India

Thousands of care leavers in England ‘locked out’ of work as firms slow to adapt

Survey suggests companies willing to hire care-experienced young people but few have changed recruitment processes

The Guardian - UK

Immigration boost tied to drop in elderly mortality across US cities: Study

Immigration significantly lowers elderly mortality in US cities, a Harvard-led study reveals. An influx of foreign-born healthcare workers, including nurses and aides, boosted caregiving capacity. This expansion helped more seniors age at home, improving health outcomes and reducing deaths. The research highlights immigration as a key solution to caregiving shortages.

The Times of India

Who was Gautham Rajanikanth? Indian-American student missing in Pittsburgh confirmed dead, family launches fundraiser

A tragic end has come to the search for 17-year-old Indian-origin student Gautham Rajanikanth, who had gone missing earlier this week in Pittsburgh.

The Times of India

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House of Lords has ‘signed its own death warrant’ by stalling assisted dying bill, says MP

Kim Leadbeater says people are ‘extremely angry’ at delaying tactics of peers as time runs out to pass bill

The Guardian - UK

UK deaths at Dignitas at second-highest level in two decades

The latest figures come as a proposed law for England and Wales to legalise assisted dying returns for debate in the House of Lords on Friday.

Evening Standard

It’s always been a fight to get children the early years care they deserve. It’s time to fight again

Labour recognises how crucial education is at the start of life, but still the poorest children are missing out, says Guardian columnist Polly Toynbee

The Guardian - UK

New military childcare scheme to close ‘big gap’ between Scotland and England

Beginning in September 2026, the scheme could save armed forces families in Scotland up to £6,000 per child per year in childcare costs.

Evening Standard

Around 93% of Older US Adults Refuse Care Homes—But Only 21% Can Afford the Care to Make It Happen

Explore the financial and emotional considerations for seniors choosing between home care and care homes.

International Business Times UK

Improvements to end-of-life care ‘urgently needed’ across UK, says Gordon Brown

The former prime minister was speaking after a Bill to allow assisted dying in Scotland was voted down by MSPs.

Evening Standard

Final vote on assisted dying Bill is ‘significant moment’ for Holyrood

The Scottish Parliament spent several lengthy sessions last week amending the proposed legislation.

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MSP urges colleagues to ‘rise to the challenge’ in final assisted dying vote

Liam McArthur said a change in the law is ‘long overdue and desperately needed’.

The Guardian - UK

Women feel coerced during maternity care in England, charity says

Exclusive: Birthrights report says women are being told they are ‘not allowed’ and are being denied genuine choice

The Independent UK

Finally, men are getting the blame for female ‘unplanned’ childlessness

FIRST PERSON : A new report reveals that men’s immaturity is partly to blame for the crash in the birth rate, because many don’t feel ready for children. Finally, people can see what women are up against, says Charlotte Cripps

Evening Standard

Last ditch pleas made to MSPs before Holyrood votes on Assisted Dying Bill

Supporters and opponents of Liam McArthur’s Bill have spoken out ahead of the final vote on Tuesday.

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Dozens of MPs call on Starmer to prevent Lords from blocking assisted dying Bill

More than 100 Labour MPs are among those calling on the Prime Minister to intervene in the assisted dying Bill’s passage.

The Guardian - UK

Sharp rise in young Britons saying ill health is reason they are jobless, study finds

Share of 16- to 24-year-old Neets who report a work-limiting condition up 70% in a decade, says thinktank

The Times of India

UAE offers free Fazaa membership in ‘Year of the Family 2026’: Here’s who can apply

UAE residents with children are set to receive free Fazaa memberships in 2026, a move by the government to boost social cohesion and ease living costs. This initiative, part of the 'Year of the Family,' offers extensive discounts on retail, dining, travel and entertainment, recognising families' contributions and fostering community…

The Guardian - UK

‘I’ve been living under a shadow for 13 years’: life with prostate cancer

Prostate cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in the UK. But screening is not universal, and charities are divided over whether it should be extended. What do those living with the disease think?

The Times of India

UK Mother’s Day 2026: Prince William shares unseen childhood photo with Princess Diana

Prince William paid tribute to his late mother Princess Diana on UK Mother’s Day, also known as Mothering Sunday, by sharing a rare childhood photograph on social media.

The Guardian - UK

Casey’s review of adult social care offers hope

Letters: Readers respond to Polly Toynbee’s article praising Louise Casey’s speech on social care funding

The Guardian - UK

Survivors of Ireland’s mother and baby homes will not have UK benefits cut

Campaigners welcome Keir Starmer’s backing of ‘Philomena’s law’ to protect payments for those who accept compensation

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