Father reveals daughter's death after NHS misdiagnosis
In an emotional BBC Breakfast interview, John Story reveals how his daughter Lydia's fatal condition was repeatedly dismissed by doctors, leading to calls for urgent NHS reform.
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Mother wins wrongful death case after son's misdiagnosis
A grieving mother from Maine has won a landmark wrongful death lawsuit after medical professionals failed to diagnose her son's fatal heart condition, highlighting critical healthcare failures.
Teen's leukaemia misdiagnosed as steroid use in NHS fail
A teenager's leukaemia was repeatedly dismissed as steroid abuse by doctors, leading to a critical treatment delay and a landmark lawsuit against the NHS trust.
NHS CT scans transform IBS diagnosis for millions
Groundbreaking NHS research reveals how routine CT scans are unexpectedly detecting bowel inflammation in IBS patients, potentially saving thousands from invasive procedures and misdiagnosis.
Scottish NHS Crisis: 'Cradle to Grave' Care Under Threat
Senior medical leaders sound alarm over Scotland's NHS funding crisis, warning the cherished 'cradle to grave' healthcare principle faces collapse without urgent financial intervention.
Teen may never walk after NHS misdiagnosis
A teenage girl's life has been shattered after NHS doctors repeatedly dismissed her symptoms as growing pains, only to discover she had a rare spinal condition that may leave her permanently unable to walk.
NHS Bureaucracy Exposed: Managers Outnumber Frontline Staff
An NHS doctor's viral revelation exposes staggering bureaucracy as managers outnumber frontline staff, sparking outrage over wasted resources and patient care neglect.
NHS staff fury over parking charge increases
NHS workers across Britain are expressing outrage as hospital trusts implement controversial parking fee increases, adding financial pressure to healthcare heroes already struggling with cost-of-living crisis.
NHS negligence bill hits £60bn - bigger than nuclear cleanup
Shocking report reveals NHS medical negligence liabilities have quadrupled to £60 billion - exceeding Britain's nuclear decommissioning costs and creating one of government's largest financial burdens.
GP misdiagnosed brain tumour as anxiety for two years
A young man's terrifying hallucinations were dismissed as anxiety by his GP for two years before a shocking brain tumour diagnosis revealed the truth in a life-or-death emergency.
Londoners' trust in NHS plummets amid healthcare concerns
Exclusive research reveals Londoners are losing confidence in the NHS, with growing concerns about waiting times, staff shortages and mental health services.
NHS staff vote to strike over institutional racism
Thousands of NHS workers across England have overwhelmingly voted for strike action, citing deep-rooted institutional racism and significant pay disparities affecting ethnic minority staff.
Elderly cancer patient dies after hospital discharge error
A devastating hospital blunder led to the death of Margaret 'Peggy' Mckay, 90, who was discharged with paracetamol despite suffering from undiagnosed cancer and sepsis.
IBS misdiagnosis hides incurable bowel cancer in 27yo
A 27-year-old woman's ten-year battle with what doctors dismissed as IBS turned out to be incurable bowel cancer. Discover the shocking symptoms that were overlooked and the urgent warning she's sharing.
Baby's 'normal' fixed gaze was actually brain tumour
A mother's persistent concerns about her baby's unusual fixed gaze were repeatedly dismissed by medical professionals until a shocking brain tumour diagnosis revealed the terrifying truth.
GP blamed headaches on pill - it was a brain tumour
Exclusive: A UK woman's persistent headaches and fatigue were repeatedly attributed to her contraceptive pill by her GP. After demanding a scan, she was diagnosed with a life-threatening brain tumour, sparking calls for improved medical vigilance.
Early Parkinson's Signs You Must Not Ignore
Leading neurologists issue a stark warning that subtle early signs of Parkinson's disease, from loss of smell to sleep disorders, are being routinely ignored by both the public and GPs, leading to critical delays in diagnosis and treatment.
Mum's 'Jess's Rule' Campaign After GP Misdiagnosis Tragedy
A grieving mother's campaign for 'Jess's Rule' could revolutionise how GPs handle persistent symptoms, following her daughter's tragic death from a misdiagnosed brain tumour.
IBS symptoms were actually bowel cancer: Jessica's story
Jessica Brady's persistent bloating and cramps were initially dismissed as IBS, but a shocking diagnosis revealed stage 3 bowel cancer. Her story highlights the importance of advocating for your health.
Wes Streeting reveals family's NHS baby loss tragedy
Shadow Health Secretary Wes Streeting shares his mother's tragic story of infant loss following an NHS misdiagnosis, revealing how personal tragedy fuels his political mission for healthcare reform.
15 Years of Pain Dismissed as 'Just Bad Periods'
A woman's 15-year battle with crippling period pain, dismissed by doctors, ended with a shocking diagnosis of stage four endometriosis. Her story exposes the healthcare gap in women's pain.
Mum's 'Pulled Muscle' Was Silent Killer Sepsis
A mother's routine gym session led to a life-threatening sepsis misdiagnosis. Discover the hidden symptoms that almost cost her everything and the urgent NHS warning for all.
Fit Dad's Cancer Warning: Don't Ignore This Symptom
A seemingly healthy 36-year-old father shares his critical story after doctors repeatedly dismissed his persistent acid reflux as a minor issue, leading to a delayed oesophageal cancer diagnosis. His warning could save lives.
GP's son nearly dies from sepsis after she followed NHS rules
A devastated GP reveals how she followed NHS protocol by sending her ill son home, only for him to develop life-threatening sepsis. She now issues an urgent warning to all parents.
Doctors Said It Was Anxiety For 10 Years. They Were Wrong.
For ten years, Emily's debilitating symptoms were dismissed as anxiety. Discover the life-changing diagnosis that doctors repeatedly overlooked and how she finally got her life back.
Mum's legs suddenly stopped working - rare diagnosis revealed
A seemingly healthy mother-of-two's legs suddenly failed, leading to a terrifying medical mystery and a rare diagnosis that changed her life forever.
Mum's 111 Argument Preceded Two Cardiac Arrests
A mother from Kent recounts her terrifying brush with death after a 111 call handler dismissed her severe symptoms as anxiety, leading to two cardiac arrests and a critical fight for survival.
Vitamin Deficiency Stole Her Memory of Holidays
A British woman's life was turned upside down when she lost all memory of her holidays and struggled to form new ones. Doctors discovered a shocking and easily treatable cause that everyone should know about.
Mother's BBC Breakfast agony over toddler's sepsis death
A grieving mother's emotional BBC interview reveals her 19-month-old son died from sepsis after doctors repeatedly sent him home. The harrowing story exposes critical NHS failings.
Girl dies of cancer after doctors wrongly blame parents
Ava Macfarlane's aggressive cancer was missed by medics who blamed her parents for the lump on her face. Her heartbroken family shares their story to prevent future tragedies.
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