UK boy is only person in world with deadly condition
Oli-Jay Morris, 2, is the only known person with a unique gene mutation. His family are fundraising £14,000 for a personalised treatment plan to save his life.
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Gene Therapy Breakthrough for Hunter Syndrome in UK
A groundbreaking gene therapy developed in Manchester offers new hope for children with Hunter syndrome. Three-year-old Oliver Chu shows remarkable progress nine months after treatment.
Boy, 4, diagnosed with rare childhood dementia
A Swansea mum is in a desperate race against time after her four-year-old son Tate was diagnosed with Sanfilippo Syndrome, a rare and terminal childhood dementia.
Ruth Wilson reveals rare disease diagnosis after 5-year struggle
Emmy-winning actress Ruth Wilson opens up about her debilitating mystery illness and the frustrating five-year search for answers that led to a rare disease diagnosis.
Daily Exercise Can Beat Heart Disease Symptoms
New research reveals how moderate daily activity can significantly reduce coronary heart disease risk and symptoms. Discover the life-changing benefits of consistent exercise for your heart health.
Bullied for weight: Teen's rare genetic disorder revealed
A mother reveals how her daughter endured cruel bullying for years before doctors discovered her weight struggles were caused by rare Bardet-Biedl syndrome, exposing the hidden reality of genetic disorders.
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.
ALS Breakthrough: Scientists Discover Disease Causes
Groundbreaking research reveals three major pathways causing ALS, offering new hope for targeted therapies that could slow or stop the devastating neurodegenerative disease's progression.
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.
NFL's Nick Mangold reveals kidney disease diagnosis
Former New York Jets centre Nick Mangold reveals his private health struggle with kidney disease in an emotional interview, sharing his journey from NFL glory to facing a life-changing diagnosis.
Boy, 11, wakes up unable to walk or speak
A mother's terrifying ordeal as her healthy son suddenly develops rare neurological condition ADEM, sparking urgent NHS investigation into childhood illness.
Isabelle Tate: 911 call reveals rare disease tragedy
Exclusive insight into the final moments of Isabelle Tate's life and the devastating impact of Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease that led to the Nashville 911 tragedy.
Child's battle with rare disease stealing her ability to walk
The heartbreaking story of Isabelle Tate, a young girl from England fighting Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease, a rare genetic condition threatening her ability to walk and enjoy a normal childhood.
NHS 10-minute robotic prostate surgery cuts waiting lists
Exclusive: British surgeons pioneer revolutionary robotic prostate procedures that take just 10 minutes, offering new hope for thousands stuck on NHS waiting lists. Discover how this medical breakthrough is transforming cancer care across the UK.
Teen's death from rare Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease
The heartbreaking story of Isabelle Tate, a vibrant teenager whose life was cut short by the little-known genetic condition Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease, sparking urgent calls for greater awareness and research funding.
27-year-old dies after cancer treatment delays in NHS
Harry Moseley's heartbreaking story highlights growing fears over NHS treatment delays as young father dies after multiple postponed appointments during pandemic.
NHS approves revolutionary MS treatment for patients
Groundbreaking therapy offering hope to multiple sclerosis patients receives NHS approval, promising to transform treatment outcomes across the UK healthcare system.
UK First: Teacher Gets Revolutionary MS Therapy
A British teacher has become the first UK patient to receive a revolutionary new treatment for multiple sclerosis, marking a significant milestone in neurological healthcare that could transform lives.
Teen's unbearable itch reveals rare liver disease
A teenager's persistent itching that kept her awake for nights led doctors to discover a rare autoimmune liver disease that could have been fatal without treatment.
Brazilian Blowout Cancer Risk Exposed in UK Salons
Shocking new research reveals the UK's favourite smoothing hair treatment contains up to 5 times the legal formaldehyde limit, posing serious cancer risks to clients and stylists.
Tennessee HFMD Outbreak: Health Officials Issue Warning
Health officials in Tennessee report significant surge in contagious hand, foot and mouth disease cases, with schools and childcare centres particularly affected. Learn about symptoms and prevention.
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.
Ancient spice fights gum disease in breakthrough study
Groundbreaking research reveals moringa powder's remarkable ability to combat gum disease, offering a natural alternative to conventional dental treatments.
Kelly Osbourne breaks down revealing health diagnosis
TV personality Kelly Osbourne breaks down while revealing her recent diagnosis with a rare neurological condition, sharing her fears and determination to raise awareness.
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.
20-year rash misdiagnosis leads to radical surgery
After two decades of being dismissed by doctors, a woman's persistent rash turned out to be a rare pre-cancerous condition requiring life-changing surgery.
Mum defies cancer diagnosis to uncover rare condition
A courageous mother's relentless pursuit of answers revealed she was suffering from a rare autoimmune condition, not cancer as initially diagnosed, sparking calls for improved medical awareness.
Tummy ache reveals rare tapeworm infection in UK patient
Doctors were left baffled when a routine tummy ache complaint revealed a shocking parasitic infection rarely seen in Britain. The astonishing medical case highlights the importance of thorough diagnosis.
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
I beat the cancer that killed my sister
A courageous cancer survivor shares her emotional journey battling the same rare appendix cancer that claimed her sister's life, revealing crucial symptoms everyone should know.
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