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Man vomits 60 times a day, NHS denies battery funding

Matthew Pascoe, 33, battles gastroparesis, vomiting up to 90 times daily. His life-saving device needs a £15,000 battery, but the NHS won't cover the cost. Read his story and learn how you can help.

Man denied NHS weight-loss surgery over ADHD

Keren Slater, 48, claims the NHS refused him a gastric bypass due to his ADHD, leaving him in limbo. He says he's being discriminated against and has nowhere to turn for help.

Football prodigy, 20, dies from rare cancer

A grieving mother shares the tragic story of her 20-year-old son, a promising footballer who lost his battle with a rare and aggressive form of cancer, urging others to cherish every moment.

Mum dies after gastric sleeve surgery in Turkey

Leanne Leary, 36, from Greater Manchester, passed away following weight loss surgery abroad, leaving behind three devastated children and a heartbroken family seeking answers.

Cancer Warning Signs You Can Spot At Home

Medical experts reveal eight crucial warning signs that could indicate cancer, including changes in bowel habits and persistent pain. Learn how to spot these red flags early.

Teen's bowel cancer dismissed 13 times by doctors

A teenage girl's stage 3 bowel cancer was repeatedly dismissed by doctors who claimed she was too young for the disease, leading to 13 separate medical consultations before proper diagnosis.

Charity: NHS should prescribe exercise for cancer

A major cancer charity is calling for exercise programmes to be routinely offered to all cancer patients through the NHS, following compelling evidence showing it can significantly improve survival rates and recovery outcomes.

Back pain reveals incurable cancer in 25-year-old

A 25-year-old woman's persistent back pain, initially dismissed as poor posture, turned out to be incurable cancer. Her powerful story highlights the importance of trusting your instincts when something feels wrong.

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