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.
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Techno music helps Great Ormond Street Hospital patients
A Nottingham DJ's techno music unexpectedly became a therapeutic tool at London's Great Ormond Street Hospital, helping medical staff and patients find calm during stressful procedures.
Techno music calms kids during MRI scans at London hospital
A Nottingham DJ's techno music unexpectedly becomes a therapeutic tool for calming children during MRI scans at London's world-renowned Great Ormond Street Hospital, creating an inspiring medical breakthrough story.
NHS Saves Baby From Rare Eye Cancer
A mother's world shattered when her baby was diagnosed with a rare eye cancer. Discover how NHS specialists detected retinoblastoma and saved her daughter's sight in this emotional survival story.
Four-year-old dies in Strep A outbreak
A four-year-old boy has tragically died from a Strep A infection amid growing concerns about a nationwide outbreak, with health officials investigating multiple cases across the UK.
Boy in induced coma after cardiac arrest at school sports day
Nine-year-old Freddie Mills battles through induced coma after collapsing during sports day, with his family keeping vigil at his hospital bedside.
Brave 5-year-old's cancer battle with NHS breakthrough
Little Roman Waugh's incredible fight against neuroblastoma sees him become one of the youngest patients to receive groundbreaking NHS therapy at Manchester Children's Hospital.
Gene Therapy Breakthrough for Autism & Epilepsy
British scientists pioneer revolutionary gene therapy treatment showing remarkable results in children suffering from debilitating SYNGAP1 syndrome, a rare genetic condition causing severe autism, epilepsy and developmental delays.
Autism and digestive issues linked in children - UK study
Groundbreaking research from the UK uncovers a significant connection between autism spectrum disorder and gastrointestinal problems in children, prompting calls for better medical support.
Circumcision May Double Autism Risk in Boys
New research suggests routine circumcision could significantly increase autism spectrum disorder risk, with findings showing vaccinated boys face even higher susceptibility.
Princess of Wales visits Oxford Children's Hospital
Catherine, Princess of Wales made an unannounced visit to Oxford Children's Hospital, spending quality time with young patients and their families while learning about groundbreaking medical research.
Bagpiper's lump was breast cancer, not instrument injury
A Scottish musician who blamed a persistent chest lump on years of bagpipe playing received a life-altering diagnosis of breast cancer. Discover his remarkable story of survival and awareness.
Breakthrough: Why men get more bladder cancer
Groundbreaking research reveals biological mechanism behind men's higher bladder cancer risk, potentially transforming diagnosis and treatment approaches for the disease.
Child deaths in UK hospitals surge by 9%
Shocking new data reveals a devastating 9% increase in child mortality across UK hospitals, with experts warning of a growing healthcare crisis affecting our youngest and most vulnerable.
Sleep Deprivation Damaging Children's Health, Research Reveals
Groundbreaking research reveals the alarming consequences of sleep deprivation in children, linking insufficient rest to serious physical and mental health issues that could affect their future.
Cancer patient's mental health shattered by NHS text
A cancer survivor's powerful account reveals how a single, poorly-timed text message undoped months of psychological healing, exposing critical flaws in how the NHS supports patients' mental wellbeing during treatment.
UK Gov Reveals Game-Changing Cancer Research Breakthrough
Groundbreaking new research funded by the UK government has identified revolutionary methods for earlier cancer detection and more effective treatments, potentially transforming patient outcomes across Britain.
Cancer drug breakthrough fights weight gain too
Scientists discover a revolutionary cancer treatment that could also combat weight gain in patients unable to use Ozempic, offering new hope for millions.
Bladder Cancer: Silent Symptoms You Must Know
Medical experts reveal the often-missed warning signs of bladder cancer, from persistent pain to urine changes. Learn when to seek medical attention for these crucial symptoms.
Cancer Care Inequalities Exposed in Groundbreaking Study
New research exposes significant inequalities in palliative care access for cancer patients, with ethnic minorities and deprived communities facing the greatest challenges in receiving proper pain management and support during their final days.
60,000 Cancer Patients Denied Radiotherapy in England
Shocking new research reveals more than 60,000 cancer patients in England are missing out on potentially life-saving radiotherapy treatment, exposing critical gaps in NHS cancer care.
Single mum's stage 2 cancer diagnosis at 25
Nikki's world shattered when doctors delivered a stage 2 cancer diagnosis while she was raising her young son alone. Her courageous story reveals the harsh reality facing young parents battling serious illness.
Mother dies after refusing cancer treatment for conspiracy theories
Aloma Shemirani's heartbreaking story reveals how online conspiracy theories led her to refuse conventional cancer treatment, with her family now warning others about medical misinformation dangers.
Long COVID in Children: New Study Reveals Health Risks
Groundbreaking research uncovers the hidden burden of long COVID in UK children, with persistent symptoms affecting daily life and development months after initial infection.
Early-Onset Cancer Cases Surge 79% in Under-50s
New research reveals a dramatic 79% increase in cancer cases among younger adults worldwide, with scientists scrambling to understand the causes behind this disturbing trend.
Boy, 12, survives point-blank BB gun shot to head
A 12-year-old boy from Indiana is lucky to be alive after being shot in the back of the head with a BB gun at point-blank range by a friend, with the pellet narrowly missing his brain stem in what doctors are calling a miraculous escape.
Cancer survivor: 'I felt like a ghost after treatment'
A remarkable story of resilience as a childhood cancer survivor shares her emotional battle with loneliness and identity after treatment ended, revealing the hidden challenges of survival.
NHS must change prostate cancer approach for Black men
Leading doctors warn that current NHS risk calculators are failing Black men, who face double the prostate cancer risk. New recommendations call for urgent screening protocol reforms.
Macmillan Cancer Support Fails to Meet Patient Demand
An alarming investigation reveals how Macmillan Cancer Support is failing to meet the surge in demand, leaving vulnerable patients without vital care and support. Discover the systemic issues plaguing the UK's leading cancer charity.
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.
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