Mum's cosmetic surgery holiday nightmare ends in airlift
A mother-of-three fights for life after botched cosmetic surgery in Vietnam, requiring a £100k air ambulance rescue. Read her harrowing story and long road to recovery.
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US student in coma after severe holiday injuries in Dominican Republic
A family holiday turned to tragedy for a New Jersey student who suffered severe head injuries abroad. A fundraiser has surpassed £180,000 for his medical care.
Jet2 flight makes priority landing after medical emergency
A packed Jet2 flight from London Stansted to Tenerife South declared a medical emergency, forcing a priority landing. Follow for the latest breaking travel updates.
Emergency crews swarm South Shields school
Police and air ambulance rushed to St Wilfrid's RC College in South Shields following a major medical emergency. Get the latest live updates on this breaking story.
Brit fights for life after holiday illness in Philippines
Gavin Arulnayagam, 24, is on a ventilator with Guillain-Barré syndrome. His family faces £3,000 daily bills as he had no travel insurance. A fundraiser aims to help.
Mum fights flesh-eating bacteria after Vietnam surgery
Chloe Mowday, 31, is fighting for life in a Vietnam ICU after a nose job went wrong, now battling necrosis and infection. Her family is fundraising £60k to bring her home.
1 in 4 hide medical conditions for cheaper travel insurance
New research reveals a quarter of UK holidaymakers hide pre-existing conditions to save on insurance, risking rejected claims and bills up to £230,000. Experts urge full disclosure.
Aussie Mum Critical After Vietnam Cosmetic Surgery
Chloe Mowday, 31, fights for life in ICU after nose and eyelid surgery in Da Nang. Her family races to raise £70k for an air ambulance to bring her home to Australia.
Mum's Dream Holiday Turns to Sepsis Nightmare in US
A 26-year-old Sydney mother contracted sepsis from a kidney stone during a US layover. Doctors said she was hours from death. The family now faces a huge medical bill without travel insurance.
Half a Million Brits Go Abroad for Cosmetic Surgery
A 50% surge in Brits travelling for cut-price medical treatment, from Turkey teeth to tummy tucks, raises serious safety concerns. Experts warn of complications and poor aftercare.
Brit flies to China for NHS bypass after £54k payments
A British woman reveals why she's flying to China for medical tests, frustrated by NHS delays despite contributing £54,000 in National Insurance. Discover her story.
Man dies in Stafford McDonald's after medical emergency
A man has died following a cardiac arrest at a McDonald's in Stafford. Emergency services rushed to the scene but were unable to save him. Read the full story for details.
EasyJet flight emergency: Paramedics meet Edinburgh plane
An easyJet flight from Paris to Edinburgh declared a mid-air emergency. Paramedics met the aircraft upon landing due to a passenger requiring urgent medical assistance.
Brit stranded in Croatia after insurance voided
A 65-year-old British grandfather is stranded in a Croatian hospital with serious injuries after his travel insurance was voided. His family is now fundraising for a £40,000 medical flight back to the UK.
UK tourist dies after medical procedures in Turkey
A British citizen has died in Istanbul following a hair transplant and dental treatment. An investigation is underway. Get the latest updates on this tragic story.
British man dies after medical procedures in Turkey
A 36-year-old British tourist has died in Istanbul just days after undergoing a hair transplant and dental treatment. An investigation is underway into the tragic incident.
Emergency Services Swarm Blackwood Street
A large-scale emergency operation unfolded in Blackwood, Wales, after a serious medical incident. Two air ambulances were dispatched alongside multiple ground crews. Follow for live updates.
UK woman swaps £3k costs for £706 Greek paradise
Renae Smith left UK 'suburbia' for a stunning Greek waterfront villa, slashing her monthly outgoings from £3,000 to just £706 and finding 'pure joy'. Discover her cost of living escape.
Huge medical bills abroad hit UK holidaymakers
UK travellers face medical bills up to £280,000 abroad. With 30% of insurance claims being health-related, discover why having the right cover is a necessity, not a luxury.
What happens when someone dies on a plane
A flight attendant with 14 years' experience reveals the special procedures airlines follow when a passenger dies during a flight. Discover how crew handle these sensitive situations with dignity.
Five-year-old girl dies in school medical emergency
A five-year-old girl has tragically passed away following a sudden medical emergency outside her primary school in Merseyside, leaving the community in mourning.
Police fined £5,400 for blocking medical cannabis patient
In a landmark legal ruling, Queensland Police face substantial penalties after preventing a registered medical marijuana patient from using his prescribed treatment during a vehicle search, raising crucial questions about patient rights and law enforcemen
Mother's sepsis nightmare leads to organ failure
A UK woman shares her harrowing sepsis ordeal that led to multiple organ failure after doctors initially missed the deadly signs. Her story serves as a crucial warning about recognising sepsis symptoms.
Cruise Ship's Emergency Diversion to Greece After Medical Crisis
A Norwegian Cruise Line vessel made an emergency diversion to Greece's Crete after a passenger suffered a serious medical emergency, requiring urgent hospitalisation in a dramatic high-seas rescue operation.
Brit reveals hidden paradise he now calls home
Discover the stunning destination that made one Brit trade UK life for year-round sunshine, friendly locals, and breathtaking landscapes in this tropical haven.
Flight attendant's shopping secrets for cheaper products abroad
A seasoned flight attendant reveals the surprising everyday products that are significantly cheaper overseas, from French pharmacy favourites to Spanish supermarket steals that'll save you a fortune.
NHS Urgent Sepsis Warning: 7 Symptoms Requiring 999
Health chiefs issue critical alert about deadly sepsis symptoms everyone must recognise. Learn the life-saving signs and when to seek emergency care.
Jonathan Ross's Secret Health Battle Revealed
Beloved TV presenter Jonathan Ross faced a terrifying secret health crisis requiring emergency hospital treatment, with insiders revealing the shocking details of his private medical battle that nearly turned catastrophic.
Chess Grandmaster's Harrowing 911 Call Revealed
Distressing emergency call reveals frantic moments as friends discovered chess champion Daniel Naroditsky unconscious. The dramatic audio captures their desperate attempts to save the grandmaster's life.
Delta flight emergency after slide detaches mid-air
A Delta Airlines flight from New York to Los Angeles made an emergency return after an emergency slide detached from the aircraft shortly after takeoff, prompting aviation safety concerns.
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