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How to Tell Your Family About a Breast Cancer Diagnosis

Receiving a breast cancer diagnosis is life-altering. This essential guide offers expert advice and practical strategies for having that difficult conversation with your loved ones, helping you to break the news with clarity, compassion, and strength.

"Tendonitis" was actually deadly bone cancer - NHS warning

A mother's persistent shoulder pain was misdiagnosed as tendonitis for months before doctors discovered it was actually a rare and aggressive form of bone cancer. Her story serves as a crucial warning about trusting your instincts with persistent symptoms

NHS Breast Cancer Care Postcode Lottery Exposed

Exclusive investigation reveals stark regional disparities in NHS breast cancer care across England, with patients facing unacceptable treatment delays and fragmented services despite government promises.

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.

NHS Cancer Treatment Postcode Lottery Exposed in England

Exclusive analysis reveals a devastating postcode lottery in cancer care across England. Patients in worst-performing NHS areas wait over two months for life-saving treatment after diagnosis, breaching critical safety targets and putting lives at risk.

Macmillan Report Exposes UK Cancer Care Crisis

A devastating report from Macmillan Cancer Support exposes a deepening crisis in UK cancer care, with millions facing agonising treatment delays, a postcode lottery of support, and severe financial hardship.

182% Surge in Online Child Exploitation in Australia

Australia faces a devastating epidemic of online child sexual exploitation, with new data revealing an unprecedented 182% increase in reports. Authorities and charities issue urgent warnings to parents.

How to slash your cancer risk, even with family history

Groundbreaking research reveals that adopting a healthy lifestyle can dramatically reduce your cancer risk, even if you have a strong genetic predisposition. Discover the five key changes that could save your life.

Girl, 6, rescued from locked room; cruel parents arrested

A six-year-old girl has been freed by police after being discovered locked in a squalid room by her own parents. The shocking case of neglect in the UK has led to the arrest of the couple, as authorities investigate the full extent of the abuse.

Dad's 'backache' was terminal prostate cancer

A 59-year-old father's dismissed back pain turned out to be terminal prostate cancer. This urgent warning from UK doctors highlights the silent symptoms every man must know.

Stage 4 cancer warriors join Chris Hoy's charity ride

Exclusive: Terminally ill cyclists defy odds to join Olympic legend Sir Chris Hoy in emotional 100-mile charity ride, raising vital funds for Cancer Research UK while redefining what's possible with advanced cancer.

Dr Amir Khan's bowel cancer symptom warning

ITV's Dr Amir Khan reveals the subtle yet persistent symptom that led to his bowel cancer diagnosis, urging the public not to ignore similar signs in a vital health warning.

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