Heiress dies from insect bite sepsis after NHS discharge
Athena Kolokotroni, 38, succumbed to catastrophic organ failure caused by a simple insect bite just hours after being sent home from a London NHS hospital, post-mortem reveals.
Athena Kolokotroni, 38, succumbed to catastrophic organ failure caused by a simple insect bite just hours after being sent home from a London NHS hospital, post-mortem reveals.
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Boxing legend Evander Holyfield opens up on his two epic battles with Mike Tyson in Las Vegas, from his stunning 1990 upset to the infamous 'Bite Fight' of 1997.
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A driver on the M6 had a terrifying shock when a bat smashed through their windscreen at 70mph. The bizarre incident, captured on dashcam, left the vehicle damaged and the driver shaken but unharmed. Experts warn of the dangers and what to do if it happen
An Essex man is fighting infection in hospital after his own XL Bully dog mauled him in a brutal street attack, prompting an emergency police response. The incident raises further concerns about the banned breed.
Exclusive: A young British traveller's dream gap year turns into a medical crisis after contracting typhoid from a cat bite in Indonesia, sparking urgent health warnings for backpackers.
The family of a young heiress who died from a catastrophic reaction to an insect bite is demanding answers after she allegedly received dismissive medical advice from the NHS 111 service.
UK health experts issue urgent warning as Lyme disease cases rise. Learn the key signs, from bullseye rash to flu-like symptoms, and how to protect yourself during tick season.
An Australian holidaymaker's dream trip to Bali turns into a nightmare after a brutal monkey attack, forcing her to undergo an extensive and painful rabies vaccination protocol. Shocking details of the assault emerge.
A 30-year-old Austrian man has died after being bitten by his own pet black widow spider, a species known for its potent venom. The tragic incident serves as a stark warning about the dangers of keeping exotic and venomous creatures.
The heartbroken family of Athenian heiress Vangelina Sakorafou is pursuing legal action after her sudden death from a severe reaction to an insect bite during a Greek holiday. Exclusive details on the family's quest for answers.
A heroic 18-year-old British tourist, Annabelle Carlson, survives a terrifying shark attack while snorkelling in Belize. Read her incredible story of survival and the emergency response that saved her life.
Britain's most venomous spider, the False Widow, is surging across the UK in record numbers. Experts warn a 'perfect storm' of warm weather is leading to a rise in painful bites, with severe reactions requiring hospital treatment. Here's how to identify t
Rock legend Ozzy Osbourne delivers a raw and emotional account of his life with Parkinson's disease in a powerful new documentary, revealing his acceptance of mortality and the profound impact on his family.
Former Love Island star Sam Gowland faces a terrifying ordeal in Bali after being bitten by a venomous snake, requiring immediate hospital treatment just hours after arriving on the holiday island.
Marissa Laimou, a 45-year-old Londoner, tragically died in Greece after a suspected severe reaction to an insect bite. Her family issues urgent warning to travellers about hidden dangers.
Exclusive: The family of a 28-year-old heiress is demanding answers after she was allegedly turned away from multiple London hospitals following a severe reaction to an insect bite, only to be found dead in her Westminster flat days later.
A Reform UK councillor in Bexley is leading a revolt against a £4 million 'eco-bridge' designed for bats and other wildlife, branding it a scandalous waste of public money amidst a cost-of-living crisis.
A father from Greater Manchester recounts the terrifying moment an XL Bully dog viciously attacked him and his son, reigniting the national debate on the banned breed's dangers.
Exclusive: The future of the 'chonky' golden-crowned flying fox, one of the world's rarest bats, hangs in the balance as climate change intensifies tropical storms in its only Philippine habitat.
Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy's inaugural One Bite Pizza Festival delivered a stunning viewership victory for Fox Sports, drawing a colossal audience and dominating the weekend's sports broadcasting ratings in a surprise triumph.
A dramatic shark attack at Dee Why Beach in Sydney has left a swimmer with severe leg injuries. Emergency services responded swiftly as beaches were closed. Full details on the incident and safety response.
Parents demand answers after staff at a UK daycare allegedly did not immediately call emergency services when their four-year-old son was bitten by a snake, raising serious questions about childcare safety protocols.
A four-year-old boy is recovering after being bitten by a venomous adder, Britain's only venomous snake, at his nursery in Wales. The shocking incident has prompted an urgent investigation and raised serious safety concerns.
A shark has attacked a swimmer at Dee Why Beach in Sydney, prompting beach closures and a major emergency response. The victim was rushed to hospital in a serious condition.
A serene morning swim at Dee Why Beach in Sydney ended in tragedy as a man lost his life following a catastrophic shark attack, sparking emergency response and beach closures.
Seattle Mariners' Taylor Trammell was left stunned after umpires confiscated his bat mid-at-bat against the Cincinnati Reds. The bizarre MLB equipment check has sparked controversy and debate across the baseball world.
A catastrophic fungal disease, Pseudogymnoascus destructans, is driving North American bat species towards extinction, with mortality rates reaching 100% in some colonies, threatening ecological balance and agriculture.