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.
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Gran, 95, Wakes in Coffin After 'Artificial Death'
A 95-year-old woman declared dead was found cooking in her kitchen six days later. Doctors diagnosed an 'artificial death'. Read this astonishing medical mystery.
GP's Urgent Warning: 7 Health Signs Never to Ignore
A UK GP reveals seven subtle health symptoms that could indicate serious conditions. Learn what signs demand immediate medical attention to protect your wellbeing.
Three sleep conditions risk £1000 DVLA fine
Drivers with specific sleep disorders like sleep apnoea or narcolepsy must inform the DVLA or face a £1000 fine and prosecution. Check if you are affected.
DWP pays £749 for common health conditions
Nearly 1.2 million UK adults receive DWP support for musculoskeletal issues. Check if you're eligible for payments of up to £749.80 every four weeks.
10 Deadly Genetic Diseases Risk, Warns GP
A leading GP reveals 10 deadly hereditary conditions many are unaware they risk. Learn your family medical history and how to take preventative action today.
Report 118 DVLA health conditions or face £1,000 fine
UK drivers must report 118 specific medical conditions to the DVLA or risk a £1,000 fine. Learn which ailments affect your licence and your legal obligations.
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.
UK toddler first in world with unique genetic condition
In an extraordinary medical breakthrough, 19-month-old Oscar Sparrow from West Midlands has been identified as the only person worldwide living with a never-before-seen genetic mutation, offering new hope for rare disease research.
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
Ear infection symptoms hid brain-eating amoeba
Shocking medical story reveals how a 26-year-old man's persistent symptoms turned out to be a rare and deadly infection from a brain-eating amoeba.
48 Conditions That Qualify for Free NHS Prescriptions
Discover the comprehensive list of 48 health conditions that could make you eligible for free NHS prescriptions in England, potentially saving you hundreds of pounds annually on essential medications.
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.
Turkish Airlines' Medical ID Cards for Hidden Disabilities
Turkish Airlines launches groundbreaking medical identification cards to support travellers with invisible conditions like Parkinson's and autism, transforming air travel accessibility.
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.
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.
Grandmother and granddaughter die from same rare cancer
In an extraordinary story of tragic coincidence, a doctor loses both his mother and daughter to the same rare cancer, capturing their final meeting in a deeply moving video that's touching hearts worldwide.
Celebrities Who Survived Brain Aneurysms
From Emmerdale stars to Hollywood icons, discover the famous faces who've battled brain aneurysms and lived to tell their remarkable survival stories.
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.
Daughter's rare condition breaks hearts daily
Exclusive: The heartbreaking story of a family coping with their daughter's rare Cri Du Chat syndrome, revealing the daily challenges and emotional toll of caring for a child with complex needs.
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.
Medical neglect exposed in US immigration detention centres
Disturbing new report exposes systematic medical failures and inhumane treatment of detainees in ICE facilities across the United States, raising urgent human rights concerns.
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.
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
NI GPs Face Mandatory Rare Disease Training
All GPs in Northern Ireland will be required to complete specialist training on rare medical conditions after a damning report revealed significant knowledge gaps affecting patient care.
US Bets Big to Break China's Rare Earth Monopoly
The Biden administration makes unprecedented investments in Western rare earth companies to secure critical minerals and challenge China's market dominance in green technology.
Mum in coma after rare reaction to painkillers
A young mother's routine hospital visit turned into a nightmare after a rare reaction to pain medication induced a coma, leaving her family in anguish.
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