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Long COVID symptoms hid deadly heart tumour

A British woman's persistent dizziness and blackouts were initially dismissed as Long COVID, until a shocking diagnosis revealed a rare and potentially fatal heart tumour that required emergency surgery.

Mum with rare dementia forgets children's names

The devastating story of Sarah, a mother with rare dementia who can no longer recognise her own children, as her family fights for access to revolutionary treatment that could save her.

Teen may never walk after NHS misdiagnosis

A teenage girl's life has been shattered after NHS doctors repeatedly dismissed her symptoms as growing pains, only to discover she had a rare spinal condition that may leave her permanently unable to walk.

Rare 50p Coin Sells for £113 at Auction

A scarce 2009 Kew Gardens 50p coin has sold for over double its face value in a recent auction, sparking renewed interest in coin collecting across the UK.

Woman speaks with Thai accent after stroke

A Hampshire woman developed Foreign Accent Syndrome after suffering a stroke, causing her to speak with a Thai accent despite never visiting Thailand. Medical experts explain this rare neurological condition.

Woman's 2-inch 'mini-me' growth reveals rare condition

A British woman shares her extraordinary medical journey after discovering a mysterious 2-inch growth on her body that doctors identified as a rare condition. Her story highlights the importance of trusting your instincts when something doesn't feel right

Midwife's instinct saves baby from rare condition

A quick-thinking midwife's extraordinary observation during a routine appointment led to the discovery of a rare and life-threatening condition, saving an unborn baby from certain tragedy.

Baby survives rare twin absorption condition

A newborn's swollen belly revealed an extraordinary medical mystery - doctors discovered he was absorbing his twin sibling in the womb in a rare condition called fetus in fetu.

Woman wakes from coma speaking fluent French

In an extraordinary medical case, Lisa Millar from Largs, Scotland, awoke from a two-week coma speaking fluent French despite barely remembering the language since school. Doctors are baffled by this rare phenomenon of Foreign Accent Syndrome.

Woman allergic to water suffers burning skin

A young woman suffers from an extremely rare water allergy that leaves her skin burning, cracking and bleeding after simple activities like showering or sweating.

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