Girl, 10, loses legs and arm to rare infection after parents spot 'odd' bruise
Penelope Vidal-Walsh, 10, loses legs and right arm after contracting meningitis and a rare fungal infection. Family warns parents about symptoms.
Category : Health
Neuroendocrine cancer patients 'turned away' as diagnosis delays persist, charity warns
Neuroendocrine Cancer UK warns patients are being turned away, with diagnosis taking 4.5 years on average, as rates rise 371% since 1995.
Trump Expands TrumpRx with Over 600 Generic Drugs
Trump expands TrumpRx with over 600 generic drugs, adding new features like price comparison and home delivery, but experts question its value.
Nicotine Pouch Use Soars Among UK Teens
Survey reveals 13% of UK teens have used nicotine pouches, sparking addiction fears. Government plans to ban sales to under-18s.
UK Wardrobes Hold 1.6 Billion Unworn Garments, Study Finds
WRAP study reveals UK wardrobes contain 1.6bn unworn garments; a quarter of clothes not worn in a year, despite longer retention.
Record Cancer Cases Overwhelm NHS as UK Population Ages
Cancer cases in the UK hit record high, with 403,000 diagnoses yearly. NHS struggles with demand as ageing population drives increase.
UK taskforce demands disability training for all airline and airport staff
UK taskforce led by Tanni Grey-Thompson recommends mandatory disability training for all airline and airport staff after reporting inconsistent, catastrophic treatment.
Coroner Warns Family Agencies Failed After Pensioners' Ritual Killing
Coroner warns similar killings could occur after failures by police and health services in deaths of Michael and Marjorie Cawdery.
How to Cook Rice Safely: Simple Hack Reduces Arsenic by 80%
Scientists reveal that cooking rice with excess water or overnight soaking can reduce arsenic levels by up to 80%, lowering health risks.
Burnham urged to save Jodrell Bank as funding cut looms
Funding cuts to e-Merlin at Jodrell Bank could end the Lovell Telescope's active science by March 2028, with 28 jobs lost and 3,000 scientists affected. PM Burnham faces pressure to intervene.
Families Fume as Glasgow Hospital Admits Infection Failures After Years of Denial
Families accuse NHS board of deceit after it admits contaminated water caused infections at Glasgow hospital, killing two children.
Strong tide killed mum and daughter at Mersea beach, relative says
A relative said a very strong tide caused the deaths of a mother and daughter at Mersea beach in Essex, who died trying to save a seven-year-old boy.
House swapping: How to holiday for free by exchanging homes
Learn how house swapping holidays can save thousands, with tips from regular swappers and industry experts on finding the perfect exchange.
Dr Leah Totton reveals celebrity summer skin secret
Dr Leah Totton, The Apprentice winner and cosmetic doctor, reveals that her celebrity clients are demanding BBL and Moxi laser treatments for a flawless complexion this summer.
Missy Bo Kearns says Aston Villa doctors probably saved her life after miscarriage
Aston Villa and England midfielder Missy Bo Kearns opens up about miscarriage and sepsis, thanking doctors for saving her life.
Sanofi Executive Brands UK ‘Terrible Place’ to Sell Medicines
Sanofi executive Paul Naish says Britain is a 'terrible place' to sell medicines, urging government to raise spending and update drug pricing rules.
Two glasses of wine can exceed daily sugar limit, warn UK experts
Experts warn two glasses of some wines can exceed daily sugar limit and contain more calories than a hamburger, calling for mandatory labelling.
HPV Linked to Aggressive Skin Cancer in New Study
Case study finds HPV19 integrated into skin cancer DNA; patient with immune deficiency recovered after stem cell transplant.
Coping with Grief at Christmas: Readers Share Their Stories of Loss
Readers recount their experiences of bereavement during the festive season, from losing a mother to a husband and a son.
Strength Training Offers Greater Longevity Benefits Than Walking for Older Adults
Strength training offers greater longevity benefits than walking for older adults, improving quality of life and reducing mortality risk by up to 17% with just 30-60 minutes per week.
Man Warns of Penile Cancer Symptoms After Four-Inch Amputation
Steven Hamill, 26, had four inches of his penis amputated after penile cancer. He now raises awareness of symptoms.
Hidden OCD left woman convinced she was a paedophile
Molly Lambert, 22, reveals her Pure O OCD caused intrusive thoughts that made her fear she was a paedophile; she now hears from others suffering in silence.
Kelsey Parker shares family photo after stillbirth of son Phoenix
Kelsey Parker posts family photo after stillbirth of son Phoenix; expresses gratitude for support and holiday with partner and children.
Scotland First in UK to Approve New Stomach Cancer Drug Zolbetuximab
Scotland becomes first UK nation to approve zolbetuximab, a targeted drug for advanced stomach cancer, offering new hope for patients.
Former TOWIE star Charlie King says he's at 'rock bottom' after spending £20,000 on plastic surgery
Former TOWIE star Charlie King admits he's 'lost direction' after spending £20k on body transformation, opens up about mental health struggles.
Nurse's Breastfeeding Pain Was Terminal Cancer; Last Christmas Looms
Angel Madu, 39, thought her lump was breastfeeding pain; it was terminal cancer. With no NHS options, she flies to Mexico for £75k treatment. Fundraiser at £30k.
Cream of Chicken Ousts Tomato as Britain’s Favourite Soup Flavour
Cream of chicken has overtaken tomato as Britain's favourite soup flavour, according to a new poll by Crosse and Blackwell, with nearly half of Britons preferring it.
TOWIE's Jordan Brook Says Unborn Son Saved His Life After Meningitis
TOWIE's Jordan Brook says his unborn son gave him the will to survive a severe case of viral meningitis and encephalitis.
Manchester doctor's leukaemia diagnosis weeks before med school
Thomas Hunt flew home early from a holiday after feeling unwell, leading to an acute leukaemia diagnosis just weeks before starting medical school.
Tesco and Diabetes UK urge 6.9m to check diabetes risk
Tesco partners with Diabetes UK as research shows 64% of UK adults have not checked their Type 2 diabetes risk, with 6.9 million people at increased risk.
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