NHS newborn test delay leaves babies severely disabled
Parents of a five-year-old with SMA blame NHS delays for his severe disability. The Mirror campaigns for a £5 heel prick test, already used in 45 nations, to prevent needless suffering.
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12 Young People Die Weekly From Undiagnosed Heart Issues
Labour MP Amanda Hack calls for a national heart screening programme as 12 young people under 35 die suddenly each week from undiagnosed conditions. Learn about the push for preventative care.
Jesy Nelson's Petition for Newborn SMA Screening
Former Little Mix star Jesy Nelson is launching a petition to add SMA to the NHS newborn heel prick test after her twin daughters were diagnosed with the 'horrible' disease. Learn about her fight for change.
Health Secretary to Review SMA Screening After Jesy Nelson Plea
Health Secretary Wes Streeting vows to review newborn screening for spinal muscular atrophy after Jesy Nelson reveals her twins' diagnosis. A simple £5 test could prevent paralysis.
Jesy Nelson fights for newborn SMA screening after twins' diagnosis
Ex-Little Mix star Jesy Nelson campaigns for SMA1 to be added to the newborn heel prick test after her eight-month-old twins were diagnosed. Early screening can prevent severe symptoms.
Wes Streeting pledges review of SMA screening after Jesy Nelson plea
Health Secretary Wes Streeting supports Jesy Nelson's campaign for better spinal muscular atrophy screening in the NHS after her twins' diagnosis. Read the full story.
HPV and Cervical Cancer: Expert Busts Common Myths
Consultant gynaecological oncologist Miss Adeola Olaitan explains the nuanced link between HPV and cervical cancer, debunks stigma, and highlights the importance of vaccination and NHS screening.
Hoy 'Saddened' by Prostate Cancer Screening Ruling
Olympic legend Sir Chris Hoy responds with disappointment to the UK's decision against routine prostate cancer screening. Learn why and what it means for men's health.
UK rejects prostate cancer screening for all men
The UK National Screening Committee has decided against a national prostate cancer screening programme, sparking disappointment from public figures and highlighting higher risks for black men.
Celebrities Disappointed as Prostate Screening Rejected
Sir Tony Robinson and Dermot Murnaghan lead criticism after UK committee rejects universal prostate cancer screening. Learn why and what's next for men's health.
NHS rejects wider prostate cancer screening
The UK National Screening Committee is expected to reject calls for routine PSA tests for Black men and those with a family history, prioritising caution over unnecessary treatment.
Prostate Cancer Screening Programme Rejected by Advisors
Government advisors reject calls for a national prostate cancer screening programme despite evidence it cuts deaths by 13%. Health Secretary Wes Streeting faces pressure to overrule the decision.
UK Prostate Cancer Screening Review: Key Update
The UK National Screening Committee is set to issue new recommendations on prostate cancer screening today. Discover how a £42m trial could transform diagnosis and save lives.
UK Poised for Prostate Cancer Screening Decision
The UK National Screening Committee is set to announce its recommendation on expanding prostate cancer testing. Could a national screening programme finally become a reality?
90% Demand Prostate Cancer Screening Programme
A major poll reveals 90% of Brits want a national prostate cancer screening programme as the UK National Screening Committee prepares its crucial decision. Join the call to save lives.
David Cameron reveals prostate cancer diagnosis
Former PM David Cameron discloses his prostate cancer diagnosis and calls for a targeted screening programme. Learn why men's health discussions are vital.
NHS prostate cancer screening decision expected this week
The UK could approve its first national prostate cancer screening programme, potentially saving thousands of lives. Experts recommend targeted screening for high-risk groups.
Ed Sheeran launches music education initiative for UK schools
Global music icon Ed Sheeran announces groundbreaking programme to support music education in British schools, addressing funding gaps and inspiring next generation of musicians.
South Sudan food crisis deepens as WFP suspends aid
Critical food assistance suspended in South Sudan's Nasir county after devastating looting, leaving thousands facing starvation as humanitarian crisis deepens.
BBC One Show Cancelled Without Warning - Viewers Outraged
Furious BBC One Show fans demand answers as Friday night episode disappears without warning, replaced by Sports Personality of the Year rerun in scheduling shake-up.
Single COVID-flu jab confirmed for 2025 rollout
Millions in Britain to receive combined COVID-19 and influenza vaccine in major NHS vaccination programme overhaul starting autumn 2025.
Jamaica declares disaster over deepening food crisis
Jamaica declares state of emergency over food security as shortages threaten millions. Government implements radical measures including price controls and emergency imports to combat worsening crisis.
Judge Blocks Trump's Food Stamp Suspension
A federal judge has halted the Trump administration's abrupt suspension of the SNAP programme, protecting millions of Americans from immediate food assistance cuts in a major legal setback for the White House.
Snap Benefits Discount Programme Shuts Down
Critical discount programme for low-income families using food delivery apps like Instacart and DoorDash has been terminated, leaving vulnerable households struggling amid cost of living crisis.
Trump's white South African refugee plan revealed
Former President Donald Trump reportedly considered creating a special refugee programme for white South Africans, claiming they face 'persecution' - a move that drew sharp criticism from human rights groups and political opponents.
NHS England launches winter vaccination blitz against triple threat
Health authorities in England have initiated an ambitious vaccination programme targeting COVID-19, flu and RSV to protect vulnerable populations during the challenging winter months.
Channel 5 axes 10 O'Clock News in schedule shake-up
Channel 5 has pulled the plug on its flagship 10 O'Clock News programme after just two years, with Dan Walker's show taking over the coveted time slot in dramatic schedule reshuffle.
Targeted prostate screening could save thousands in UK
Medical experts are advocating for a new targeted approach to prostate cancer screening in the UK, which could dramatically reduce deaths from the country's most common male cancer.
BBC axes Radio Scotland's veteran news programme
The BBC faces backlash after cancelling one of Radio Scotland's longest-running news shows, sparking concerns about the corporation's obsession with younger audiences at the expense of loyal listeners.
UK mpox cases surge as European outbreak spreads
Health officials issue urgent warning as mpox infections rise dramatically across the UK, with London becoming the epicentre of the new outbreak linked to European and US transmission patterns.
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