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The state of care in the USA
As America celebrates 250 years of independence a new study shows a lack of knowledge about care stateside. A YouGov poll found most Americans underestimate the cost of private care while overestimating how much care workers get paid and how much the US government does to help care. The report concludes that while care is a major issue, it’s not got much political support in America.
New Health Hub to open in Sunderland
A health hub is opening in the centre of Sunderland. The specialist eye hospital will be fully operational by the end of the month and will be open 24 hours a day. The NHS unit is run in partnership with the Foundation of Light, the charity of Sunderland Football Club
89 year old put to bed for 19 hours a day
An 89 year old has been explaining how care staff often put her to bed in the early afternoon where she stays for 19 hours. Alison in the North of Ireland has epilepsy and repeatedly falls but says she wants more of a life than just being in bed. Northern Health and Social Care Trust says they will review her care package and discuss with her GP.
Robot helping surgeons in Lancashire
A new robot is helping surgeons with knee replacements in Lancashire. It’s a significant breakthrough for staff at Euxton Hall near Chorley putting them at the forefront of orthopaedic medicine. Rather than going for an MRI scan before the operation, the robot uses a special camera to show surgeons a 3D model of a knee and what precisely needs to be operated on.
Competition watchdog opens probe into childcare businesses
The competition watchdog has opened an investigation into the affordability and availability of childcare in England. The Competition and Markets Authority’s review follows concerns that “too many families are struggling” with the system. The CMA says its analysis would pay particular attention to the role of government policy and public bodies. Childcare provision in England is worth approximately £14 billion to the economy annually, the watchdog believes.
Prime Minister apologises for forced adoptions, saying “shame is ours”
The forced adoption of babies from unmarried mothers in the decades after the Second World War has been branded a “stain on our history” by Sir Keir Starmer. The prime minister has made a long-awaited state apology for the historical practice. It is believed an estimated 185,000 babies of unmarried mothers were adopted in England and Wales between 1949 and 1976. The Movement for an Adoption Apology said the statement recognised “lifelong trauma” endured by the mothers whose children were removed.
New hot weather alert for care providers
Health officials have issued yet another warning for hot weather in parts of the UK. The UK Health Security Agency says high temperatures from Saturday until Wednesday could cause a greater risk to life for vulnerable people. The ‘yellow’ heat health alert covers the East Midlands, all southern England, and the West Country. Health and social care services are likely to be under increased pressure.
Kids could still attend school after England cup game, says government minister
The Education Secretary says schoolchildren could watch England’s early-morning World Cup match against Mexico on Monday and still make it to class that same day. Bridget Phillipson responded after head coach Thomas Tuchel said pupils should be allowed “an excuse for school” after the game. The minister added that it’s for parents to decide how they manage the situation, considering the age of the children concerned.