NHS nurse died after chest pain misdiagnosed as indigestion
Paula Ivers, 47, died days after doctors dismissed her severe chest pain as indigestion. Her family says the NHS nurse was 'let down in the worst way possible'. Read the full investigation.
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NHS nurse dies after A&E 'trapped wind' diagnosis
Paula Ivers, a 47-year-old NHS nurse, died from a cardiac arrest days after being sent home from Tameside Hospital A&E. Her family says she was 'let down'.
Nurse dies after A&E sends her home with 'trapped wind'
Paula Ivers, a 47-year-old NHS nurse, died from a cardiac arrest days after being told her symptoms were indigestion. Her family says she was 'let down'.
Five Strokes After Climbing Fall and Chiropractic Visit
Haley Schoen's life was upended after a routine climb and chiropractic neck manipulation led to a torn artery and five strokes. Learn the risks and her vital warning.
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.
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.
Mother's instinct saves toddler from rare heart condition
A mother's quick thinking led to the diagnosis of a life-threatening double aortic arch in her toddler after noticing unusual breathing patterns and a distinctive cough sound.
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.
Mum's 'pulled muscle' was deadly aortic dissection
A mother's dismissed back pain turned out to be a life-threatening aortic dissection. Discover the warning signs that could save your life in this urgent health alert.
Common Habits That Risk Aortic Aneurysm
Leading vascular surgeons reveal how everyday activities from heavy lifting to intense workouts could put you at risk of a deadly aortic rupture - and the warning signs you must never ignore.
Healthy woman suffers stroke after intense gaming session
A healthy 39-year-old woman suffered a life-threatening stroke triggered by an intense video gaming marathon. Medical experts reveal how prolonged gaming can cause severe neck trauma leading to blood clots and brain injury.
Grandad's near-fatal collapse caused by hidden vitamin deficiency
A seemingly healthy 69-year-old man's life hung in the balance after collapsing at home. His story reveals a hidden health crisis affecting millions and the simple blood test that could save you.
Woman's 'drunken' symptoms revealed as brain tumour
A young woman's symptoms, mistaken for drunkenness, led to a shocking brain tumour diagnosis. This is her incredible story of survival and the vital warning signs everyone should know.
Doctor dismissed symptoms as IBS - it was bowel cancer
Exclusive: Lauren Koster, 29, reveals how doctors repeatedly dismissed her severe symptoms as IBS for two years before she was finally diagnosed with advanced colorectal cancer. Her urgent warning about trusting your instincts.
Teen died from meningitis after 111 call misdiagnosis
Exclusive: An inquest reveals how a 111 call handler failed to spot the deadly signs of meningitis in 16-year-old Samuel Wai-Hoong, leading to a fatal delay in treatment. His heartbroken family demands justice and systemic change.
Doctors dismissed my dizzy spells. I was handed a death sentence.
Exclusive: A mother's terrifying ordeal as doctors repeatedly misdiagnosed her life-threatening heart condition as panic attacks, handing her a 'death sentence' and forcing her to seek a diagnosis abroad.
Widow's anguish after NHS 111 call handler misdiagnoses fatal heart attack
A grieving widow is demanding answers after an NHS 111 call handler dismissed her husband's severe symptoms as a chest infection. He died of a heart attack just hours later in her arms.
Mum loses 12st after miscarriage misdiagnosis trauma
A pregnant woman, told she had miscarried, was later found to be still carrying her baby. The traumatic misdiagnosis led to a 12-stone weight loss journey. Her story is a powerful testament to resilience and the importance of accurate healthcare.
Dad's 'haemorrhoids' were actually cancer - doctors wrong twice
A father's life was put at risk after doctors dismissed his bowel cancer symptoms as haemorrhoids not once, but twice. His family is now warning others to seek second opinions after a delayed diagnosis.
Doctors missed chances to spot deadly meningitis in toddler
A damning inquest finds that medical professionals failed to recognise the deadly signs of meningitis in 18-month-old William Mead, leading to a 'catastrophic outcome' and sparking calls for urgent NHS protocol reforms.
Menopause or Cancer? Doctors Reveal Dangerous Misdiagnosis
Medical experts sound the alarm as rising numbers of women with womb cancer are initially misdiagnosed with menopause, leading to potentially fatal delays in treatment.
Vertigo Misdiagnosis Hid Mother's Brain Aneurysm
A mother's persistent dizziness was misdiagnosed as vertigo for months, hiding a life-threatening brain condition. Her story reveals critical warning signs everyone should know.
Girl, 7, Dies After Doctors Mistook Fatal Illness For Tummy Bug
A grieving family demands answers after doctors allegedly dismissed their daughter's fatal brain condition as a stomach bug. The inquest into little Emily's death reveals a series of critical missed opportunities.
Mum's double brain tumour nightmare: The headaches that wouldn't stop
Exclusive: Sarah Murray's persistent headaches revealed two devastating brain tumours. Her incredible survival story and warning to others.
Woman's foot rash reveals shocking cancer diagnosis
A woman's persistent foot rash was misdiagnosed for months before doctors discovered it was a rare sign of breast cancer that had spread. Read her shocking health story.
Fit Dad, 34, Left Paralysed After Sudden Stroke
A young, healthy father from the UK reveals his life was shattered by a catastrophic stroke he initially mistook for a migraine, leaving him fighting for recovery and a new normal.
Dad's cough led to paralysis after doctors' fatal error
Exclusive: A healthy father's persistent cough was tragically misdiagnosed, leading to rapid paralysis and his untimely death. Shocking hospital failings revealed in a devastating case that highlights critical NHS pressures.
Mum's mid-call collapse reveals hidden brain tumour
A mother's sudden collapse during a phone call led to the shocking discovery of a brain tumour. This is the incredible story of her survival and the vital warning signs she missed.
Mum beats 24-hour sepsis death sentence after misdiagnosis
A young mother's world shattered when doctors misdiagnosed her deadly sepsis as a UTI and sent her home with painkillers. Given just 24 hours to live, she staged an incredible recovery. This is her harrowing story of survival against all odds and her urge
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