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Conjoined twin Carmen Andrade on marriage and sisterly bonds

Carmen Andrade, one of the world's few adult conjoined twins, shares her extraordinary story of navigating marriage while permanently connected to her sister Lupita, revealing the profound respect and boundaries that make their unique relationship work.

Morning Yawn Nearly Killed Me: UK Man's Ordeal

A British man's life was turned upside down after a simple morning yawn dislocated his jaw and triggered a rare, life-threatening condition. This is his shocking story of survival and the vital health warning he now shares.

DVLA Warning: Sleep Apnoea Risks £1k Fine & Driving Ban

UK drivers with untreated sleep apnoea face severe penalties, including unlimited fines and immediate licence revocation, under strict DVLA medical rules. Experts urge compliance with reporting and treatment protocols.

Routine blood test reveals incurable genetic condition

Jade, 33, went for a routine blood test expecting nothing unusual. Weeks later, she received a life-altering diagnosis of Hereditary Angioedema (HAE) - a rare genetic disorder with no cure. Her story highlights the importance of recognising unusual sympto

DVLA Warning: Declare Medical Conditions or Face £1k Fine

The DVLA has issued an urgent warning to UK drivers with medical conditions. Failing to declare issues like sleep apnoea, epilepsy, or diabetes could lead to a £1,000 fine and prosecution. Discover the full list of notifiable conditions and how to declare

Rare 1p Coin Sells For Astonishing £127,000

A seemingly ordinary 1p coin, minted with a unique error in 1983, has just sold at auction for a staggering £127,000, making it one of the most valuable modern coins in the UK.

Teen Wakes Up Paralysed in Medical Mystery

A UK teenager's life changed forever after waking up paralysed from the chest down. This is the shocking story of a rare condition that struck without warning.

Rare Kew Gardens 50p coin sells for astonishing £6,800

An extremely rare Kew Gardens 50p coin has been sold for a staggering £6,800 at auction, making it one of the most valuable modern coins in circulation. Discover why this tiny piece of change is a numismatic superstar.

Rare UK Coins Worth a Fortune: Check Your Change

Discover the rare and valuable coins hiding in your pocket. From the Kew Gardens 50p to the Olympic football 50p, our guide reveals the UK's most sought-after coins that could be worth thousands.

Young woman's rare disease leaves her struggling to walk

A young woman's life was turned upside down by debilitating body aches and swollen hands, leading to a shocking diagnosis of a rare autoimmune disease. Her courageous battle highlights the critical need for early diagnosis and awareness of hidden health c

Doctor: Hidden Reasons You Can't Lose Weight

An ITV doctor exposes the hidden medical conditions, from hormone imbalances to medication side-effects, that can sabotage weight loss, and explains when to see your GP.

Celia Imrie's Two-Hour Train Stand From London

Actress Celia Imrie endures a gruelling two-and-a-half-hour train stand from London to Somerset, sparking outrage over UK rail conditions. Exclusive details from Richard Eden's diary.

Girl Who Couldn't Eat For 11 Years Finally Diagnosed

After 11 years of being unable to eat solid food and surviving on specialist formula, 14-year-old Rhiannon Ryder's mystery illness has been diagnosed as the ultra-rare Eosinophilic Colitis. Her family's relentless fight for answers finally pays off.

Rare 50p coin sells for £250 on eBay

An extremely rare 50p coin has sold for a staggering £250 on eBay, sparking a nationwide hunt for the coveted Kew Gardens design. Discover why this coin is so valuable and how to check your change.

Inside UK Prisons: Shocking Truth About Food and Violence

Former prisoners reveal the brutal reality of life behind bars in Britain's jails, from shocking food shortages and rampant violence to the ingenious ways inmates survive. An exclusive investigation into the UK's prison crisis.

Seeing Through Static: Life with Visual Snow Syndrome

A woman shares her extraordinary experience of seeing the world through a constant layer of static, a rare neurological condition known as Visual Snow Syndrome that transforms everyday vision into a perpetual television screen of flickering noise.

DWP's 23 Health Conditions That Could Boost PIP Payments

Exclusive: The Department for Work and Pensions has quietly updated its guidance for 23 specific health conditions that could significantly increase Personal Independence Payment awards. Discover if your condition qualifies for enhanced support.

Met Office Issues Level 3 Cold Weather Alert for England

The Met Office has escalated its cold weather warnings to Level 3 for England, urging vulnerable populations to take immediate action as a severe cold snap brings hazardous icy conditions and sub-zero temperatures nationwide.

Man's Sudden Unexplained Paralysis Baffles Doctors

A young man's life is turned upside down after waking up completely paralysed with no medical explanation. Doctors at Northwick Park Hospital are stumped by the rare case, sparking a frantic search for answers and a desperate fundraising campaign for spec

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