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Expert: September Is Crucial For Your Lawn

Discover why September is the ultimate month for lawn care. Expert advice on autumn seeding, moss control, and achieving a lush, healthy garden for next spring.

Fit Dad, 34, Left Paralysed After Sudden Stroke

A young, healthy father from the UK reveals his life was shattered by a catastrophic stroke he initially mistook for a migraine, leaving him fighting for recovery and a new normal.

NHS to screen children's blood pressure from age 5

In a major public health shift, the NHS is set to introduce routine blood pressure monitoring for children as young as five to combat future heart disease and strokes. Experts hail the move as a proactive measure to identify early cardiovascular risks.

Mum's headache was a life-threatening stroke

A seemingly healthy 36-year-old mother's ordinary headache turned into a life-threatening stroke overnight. This is her shocking story and the vital warning signs everyone must know.

Care staff indicted after woman freezes to death in home

Two carers from a Texas care facility face criminal charges after 69-year-old Cynthia Pierce was found frozen to death in her bed during a catastrophic power outage, exposing a shocking failure in duty of care.

Health Secretary accused of negligence over stroke care

UK Health Secretary Neil Gray faces severe criticism for refusing to commit to round-the-clock specialist stroke care across Scotland, as medical experts warn of a 'postcode lottery' putting lives at risk.

Unison Chief: UK Social Care System is 'Broken'

Christina McAnea, head of Britain's largest union, issues a stark warning on the UK's social care crisis, calling for immediate funding and a national strategy to fix the crumbling system.

Women's Heart Attack & Stroke Symptoms: A Silent Threat

Groundbreaking research reveals women often experience subtle, non-traditional symptoms for strokes and heart attacks, leading to critical delays in life-saving treatment. Experts warn of an urgent need for greater awareness.

NHS Donates Vital CT Scanner to Sunderland Hospice

In a remarkable act of NHS collaboration, South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust donates a vital CT scanner to St Benedict's Hospice in Sunderland, drastically cutting end-of-life care waiting times and setting a new standard for community hea

Care worker waved soiled underpants at elderly resident

Shocking misconduct uncovered as a carer at a UK care home is filmed waving soiled underwear in an 85-year-old woman's face. The distressing incident has sparked outrage and calls for urgent reform in the care sector.

Neurologist's Warning: 3 Supplements That Raise Stroke Risk

A leading neurologist issues a stark warning about three widely used vitamin supplements, linking them to a heightened risk of strokes and brain haemorrhages. Discover which common health boosters could be putting your brain health in danger.

Baby's 'Stubbornness' Diagnosed as Rare Stroke

A UK baby's missed developmental milestones were actually a rare stroke. This is the story of his parents' fight for a diagnosis and his incredible recovery against the odds.

NHS Ward Murder Probe After Grandmother's Tragic Death

A major police investigation is underway after an 81-year-old grandmother died in an NHS stroke ward under circumstances so serious they've 'compromised' the murder inquiry. The family demands answers as the hospital trust remains silent.

NHS AI Tool Triples Stroke Recovery Rates in Revolution

A groundbreaking artificial intelligence system is being rolled out across NHS stroke units, dramatically improving patient outcomes by tripling recovery rates and significantly reducing life-altering disabilities.

Noisy Roads & Flight Paths Linked to Higher Stroke Risk

Groundbreaking UK research reveals a direct link between long-term exposure to traffic, rail, and aircraft noise and a heightened risk of suffering a stroke. Discover the alarming findings and which areas pose the greatest threat to your health.

Half of stroke victims now make a full recovery

A landmark study by King's College London and the NHS shows a dramatic 50% increase in full stroke recoveries, thanks to revolutionary new treatments and faster care. Discover the life-changing data.

Kirsty Bertarelli's partner suffers stroke in Switzerland

Kirsty Bertarelli, Britain's wealthiest divorcee, faces a personal crisis as her partner, Argentinian financier Fabio Boglione, is hospitalised in Switzerland following a severe stroke. The former Miss UK maintains a vigil at his bedside.

Vaping Linked to 15% Higher Stroke Risk, Study Finds

Groundbreaking research from the University of Bristol indicates that using e-cigarettes significantly increases the risk of suffering a stroke, with former smokers who vape facing the greatest danger. Experts are calling for urgent public health action.

Neurologist's Warning: Common Painkiller Risk

A leading neurologist issues a stark warning about a widely used painkiller, linking it to heightened cardiovascular risks. Discover which common medication is under scrutiny and the safer alternatives experts recommend.

Common Blood Thinner Fails Major Heart Disease Group

A major medical study concludes the widely prescribed blood thinner clopidogrel (Iscover/Plavix) provides no benefit for patients with coronary artery disease but no prior heart attack or stroke, potentially changing treatment for millions.

4p-a-day drug slashes heart attack and stroke risk

A groundbreaking UK study reveals a common, inexpensive medication could prevent thousands of cardiovascular events annually, offering a major breakthrough in preventative public health.

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