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Turkish Organ Harvest Scandal: Dad 'Was Still Alive'

A British man alleges Turkish medical staff attempted to harvest his father's organs before he was clinically dead, sparking an international medical ethics scandal and Foreign Office investigation.

Midwife's instinct saves baby from rare condition

A quick-thinking midwife's extraordinary observation during a routine appointment led to the discovery of a rare and life-threatening condition, saving an unborn baby from certain tragedy.

Baby survives rare twin absorption condition

A newborn's swollen belly revealed an extraordinary medical mystery - doctors discovered he was absorbing his twin sibling in the womb in a rare condition called fetus in fetu.

Woman wakes from coma speaking fluent French

In an extraordinary medical case, Lisa Millar from Largs, Scotland, awoke from a two-week coma speaking fluent French despite barely remembering the language since school. Doctors are baffled by this rare phenomenon of Foreign Accent Syndrome.

188 Medical Conditions That Risk £1,000 Driving Fines

Millions of UK drivers are unknowingly risking prosecution by failing to declare serious health conditions to the DVLA. Our exclusive investigation reveals the full list of reportable conditions that could invalidate your insurance.

Woman allergic to water suffers burning skin

A young woman suffers from an extremely rare water allergy that leaves her skin burning, cracking and bleeding after simple activities like showering or sweating.

Pharmacist's Night Sweats Health Warning

A leading pharmacist reveals why persistent night sweats shouldn't be ignored and could indicate underlying health issues requiring medical attention.

Health Conditions That Qualify for NHS Fast-Track

Discover the specific medical conditions that grant patients priority access to NHS services, from severe mental health issues to physical disabilities, and understand the eligibility criteria.

Conjoined twin Carmen Andrade on marriage and sisterly bonds

Carmen Andrade, one of the world's few adult conjoined twins, shares her extraordinary story of navigating marriage while permanently connected to her sister Lupita, revealing the profound respect and boundaries that make their unique relationship work.

Morning Yawn Nearly Killed Me: UK Man's Ordeal

A British man's life was turned upside down after a simple morning yawn dislocated his jaw and triggered a rare, life-threatening condition. This is his shocking story of survival and the vital health warning he now shares.

DVLA Warning: Sleep Apnoea Risks £1k Fine & Driving Ban

UK drivers with untreated sleep apnoea face severe penalties, including unlimited fines and immediate licence revocation, under strict DVLA medical rules. Experts urge compliance with reporting and treatment protocols.

Routine blood test reveals incurable genetic condition

Jade, 33, went for a routine blood test expecting nothing unusual. Weeks later, she received a life-altering diagnosis of Hereditary Angioedema (HAE) - a rare genetic disorder with no cure. Her story highlights the importance of recognising unusual sympto

DVLA Warning: Declare Medical Conditions or Face £1k Fine

The DVLA has issued an urgent warning to UK drivers with medical conditions. Failing to declare issues like sleep apnoea, epilepsy, or diabetes could lead to a £1,000 fine and prosecution. Discover the full list of notifiable conditions and how to declare

Rare 1p Coin Sells For Astonishing £127,000

A seemingly ordinary 1p coin, minted with a unique error in 1983, has just sold at auction for a staggering £127,000, making it one of the most valuable modern coins in the UK.

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