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‘My husband died next to me - I thought he was having a nightmare’
10 October 2024A devastated newly-wed whose husband died suddenly as they slept says they had their “whole lives” ahead of them.
Dad almost dies from sepsis after injury while cutting nails
10 October 2024A dad-of-four says he almost died from sepsis after scratching himself while cutting his nails - urging people to be more aware of the symptoms.
‘I’m still a twin mum even though one of my boys was born sleeping’
09 October 2024A mum who lost one of her twin boys due to a pregnancy complication has shared her story as she expects twins again to mark Baby Loss Awareness Week.
Heartbreak as much-loved beauty salon boss dies aged 33
08 October 2024A beauty salon owner who bravely battled cancer with “dignity and grace” has died aged 33.
‘It’s devastating!’ Coastal towns could be left with nowhere to swim
08 October 2024Fears are rising that residents of a coastal hotspot could soon be left with nowhere to swim amid pool closures and declining seawater quality.
Thousands face ‘appalling’ waits of up to seven years for ADHD testing
08 October 2024Nearly 30,000 adults and children are waiting to be assessed for autism and ADHD in what critics are calling a “broken” system.
Ban on takeaways near schools fails to curb rates of child obesity
07 October 2024Ten years on from a decision to restrict the opening hours of fast food outlets near schools, childhood obesity rates have climbed instead of falling.
‘New double yellow lines will only increase problems on our gridlocked estate’
07 October 2024New road restrictions could be added to an increasingly busy trading estate to tackle congestion and improve safety - but not everyone is convinced.
‘Young people’s mental health is everyone’s responsibility’
04 October 2024A charity which provides support for youngsters struggling with their mental health has been nominated for an award for their work.
Dramatic rescue as casualty ‘trapped in mud’ at harbour
04 October 2024A major emergency response was launched to rescue a person trapped in mud.
New NHS hospital to prioritise longest-waiting patients
03 October 2024A hospital that was bought by the NHS at the start of the year has welcomed its first patients after a six-month transition period.
Kent town chosen to launch new illegal vape sales clampdown
02 October 2024A nationwide initiative tackling issues around underage vaping and illegal sales is being piloted in Kent.
Warning after figures show 50,000 living with sight loss in Kent
02 October 2024An optician has warned people to watch out for their eye health after recent figures showed sight loss is set to rise in the county.
Coroner orders hospital bosses to take action after teacher’s ‘avoidable’ death
01 October 2024A hospital trust has been told to take action following the “avoidable” death of a primary school teacher.
‘I got maggots in my foot during stay in hospital’
01 October 2024A pensioner has described the “horrible” moment she discovered her foot was infested with maggots seven days into her stay at a hospital.
‘Living with a stammer is a daily struggle – it can leave me in agony’
01 October 2024A 24-year-old, who has had a stammer for her whole talking life, has spoken out about the daily struggles that she faces.
New stroke unit opens at hospital
30 September 2024The specialist centre is the second to open in Kent and has the capacity to care for 800 patients a year.
Mum’s anger as son with learning disabilities turned away from toddler screening
29 September 2024A mother is furious after her adult son with learning disabilities was told by cinema staff that he can’t attend a screening for toddlers.
‘The nursery called and said ‘don’t panic - but she’s choked’’
29 September 2024A mum whose daughter choked at nursery is raising money to equip childcare settings with life-saving anti-choking device.
Patients at risk and staff run ragged at ‘inadequate’ care home
28 September 2024A care home has been placed in special measures after being rated “inadequate” by the health watchdog.
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