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Three patients die after infected organ transplants

Exclusive investigation reveals shocking NHS safety failures as three transplant patients die after receiving organs from donor with rare, undetected infection, prompting urgent review of screening procedures.

Nose symptom could signal silent killer condition

Medical experts reveal how a persistent nosebleed could be your body's warning sign for dangerously high blood pressure, often called the 'silent killer' due to its lack of obvious symptoms.

Blood test detects leukaemia years before symptoms

Groundbreaking NHS research reveals a routine blood test could identify leukaemia risk years before symptoms appear, potentially revolutionising cancer diagnosis and saving thousands of lives.

Doctors' 2 Key Tips to Lower Blood Clot Risk

Medical experts share groundbreaking advice on reducing thrombosis risk through easy daily habits that could save lives. Discover the two key lifestyle adjustments backed by scientific research.

Apple Watch 11 to feature blood pressure monitoring

Exclusive: The next-generation Apple Watch Series 11 is set to feature a groundbreaking blood pressure monitoring system, marking Apple's biggest health tech leap in years. Discover how it works and its potential impact.

Ibis Hotel Blood-Stained Bed Scandal: Guest's Horror Find

A horrified guest discovered blood-stained sheets and filthy conditions at an Ibis hotel, prompting a full investigation and public apology from Accor. The shocking breach of hygiene standards has raised serious concerns about hotel cleanliness protocols.

An Apple a Day Lowers Blood Pressure, Study Confirms

Groundbreaking research reveals how incorporating apples into your daily diet can significantly lower blood pressure and reduce cardiovascular risk, offering a simple, natural boost to heart health.

Urgent NHS Warning For Anyone Taking Warfarin

The NHS issues a critical safety alert for millions on blood-thinning medication warfarin, warning that a popular 'superfood' can dangerously amplify its effects and lead to life-threatening haemorrhaging.

NHS Emergency: 55,000 Blood Donors Urgently Needed

The NHS faces a critical blood shortage, urgently requiring 55,000 new donors to meet rising demand for O negative and Ro sub-type blood. Health officials warn of potential cancellations for vital surgeries without immediate action.

6 Science-Backed Foods to Beat High Blood Pressure

New research reveals six key dietary additions that can significantly lower blood pressure. Discover how potassium, calcium, and magnesium work together to combat hypertension and improve heart health.

Future-Proof Your Heart: 5 Essential Daily Tweaks

Discover the simple, science-backed lifestyle changes—from the optimal time to take your pills to the surprising benefits of giving blood—that can dramatically slash your risk of heart disease and future-proof your health.

AstraZeneca's Revolutionary Blood Pressure Pill Shows Promise

A groundbreaking new hypertension drug, Baxdrostat, developed by AstraZeneca, has demonstrated remarkable success in clinical trials, potentially offering new hope for millions with treatment-resistant high blood pressure in the UK.

Baxdrostat: Game-Changer Pill for High Blood Pressure

A groundbreaking new drug, Baxdrostat, has shown remarkable success in clinical trials, offering new hope for millions struggling with treatment-resistant hypertension. This daily pill could revolutionise how high blood pressure is managed across Britain.

Met Police Probe 'Nuked Blood' Scandal at NHS Hospital

The Metropolitan Police has launched a criminal investigation into allegations that blood samples were deliberately microwaved at an NHS hospital laboratory, potentially compromising thousands of patient results and risking misdiagnosis.

London Hotel Horror: Blood-Stained Sheets Shock Tourist

A tourist's London dream trip turns into a nightmare after discovering blood-stained sheets at a central hotel. The management's appalling response sparks outrage and raises serious questions about hygiene standards in the UK tourism industry.

TikTok Star Emily Long Dies After Cancer Battle

The heartbreaking story of Emily Long, a 32-year-old TikTok creator from New Hampshire, who passed away from cancer after her desperate online plea for a rare blood donor went viral.

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