Clarkson's 'Please don't' plea before cancer reveal
Jeremy Clarkson's partner Lisa Hogan reveals his initial reluctance to share his prostate cancer diagnosis publicly, saying he pleaded 'Please don't' when filmed in hospital.
Category : Health
Thalidomide survivor calls for greater awareness of drug's effects
Teresa Smith BEM, born weighing just over two pounds and given two minutes to live, is now calling for Thalidomide to be taught in schools and hospitals as she prepares to fly a plane to raise funds for premature babies.
Dog owners told to contact vet immediately over common autumn issue
PDSA warns insect bites are common in dogs in spring, summer and early autumn, urging owners to contact a vet immediately if their dog shows signs of an allergic reaction.
Bluebells on using music to fight mum's dementia
Bluebells brothers Ken and David McCluskey used music to comfort their mum Teresa, who had dementia, and now support Playlist for Life charity.
Mary Berry's pea and mint soup is 'very best' anyone had tasted
Mary Berry's classic pea and mint soup, from her Family Sunday Lunches cookbook, was voted the best soup the team had tasted for yonks. Simple to make with peas, onion, butter and stock, it can be served hot or cold and freezes well.
Diabetic drivers face £1,000 fine for not telling DVLA
Drivers with diabetes treated by insulin must notify the DVLA or risk a £1,000 fine. Learn the rules for reporting and licence surrender.
Wirral mum's sepsis warning after 'paper cut' nearly killed her
Deb Whyte nearly died from toxic shock syndrome after ignoring symptoms she thought were manageable. She urges others to seek help fast.
Van-Tam urges vulnerable Brits to get Covid booster jab
Vulnerable Brits should get a Covid booster jab this autumn as the disease can still kill, Professor Sir Jonathan Van-Tam has warned, urging the elderly and immunosuppressed to come forward.
Lisa Hogan proud of Clarkson's cancer decision
Lisa Hogan says she is proud Jeremy Clarkson went public with his prostate cancer. She told the Daily Star at a London event how he was persuaded to share his treatment on Clarkson's Farm, helping Prostate Cancer UK.
Mum dies after nine-month wait for cancer results
Sarah Daniels, 43, from Porth, died after waiting nine months for cancer test results. An inquest heard the delay reduced her chances of successful treatment.
Dad's plea after daughter's death following Turkey surgery
Ricardo Ribeiro urges Brits to avoid cut-price surgery abroad after his daughter Morgan, 20, died from complications following gastric sleeve surgery in Turkey.
will.i.am says his tinnitus is 'gradually getting worse'
The Voice UK coach will.i.am has revealed his tinnitus symptoms are 'gradually getting worse', saying he no longer knows what silence sounds like and that music is the only thing that eases his pain.
Boy, 13, died after cancer mistaken for hayfever
A 13-year-old boy died from aggressive cancer after his mum thought his stuffy nose and watery eyes were hayfever. He was diagnosed with stage 3 fusion-positive alveolar rhabdomyosarcoma.
Dr Amir Khan: Tilt head forward, not back, for nosebleeds
Dr Amir Khan says the common advice to tilt your head back during a nosebleed is wrong. He advises pinching the nose and leaning forward for 15-20 minutes instead.
Doctor ranks migraine triggers: hormonal changes top at 9/10
A neurologist rates common migraine triggers on a 10-point scale. Hormonal changes score 9/10, weather changes 8/10, while chocolate is 'overblamed' at 2/10.
Crispier Roast Potatoes: Shake Them Before Roasting
Shaking boiled potatoes before roasting creates rough edges that crisp up, yielding golden, crunchy roasties instead of soggy ones, per BBC Good Food.
JVT warns UK 'defence can't go to sleep' against Covid
Former deputy chief medical officer Jonathan Van Tam urges the elderly and immunosuppressed to get an Autumn booster, warning Covid can surge at any time of year.
Jess Phillips: Mum gave Andy Burnham first politics job
Jess Phillips reveals her mum Jean gave Andy Burnham his first politics job, but died from misdiagnosed cancer aged 61. Her father, 83, lives well with blood cancer thanks to research.
Victoria Beckham's 11p-a-day gut booster for mornings
Victoria Beckham starts her mornings with apple cider vinegar. Capsules are on offer at iHerb for £9.40, less than 11p per serving, with shoppers crediting reduced bloating and higher energy.
Nurse suspended after attending shift drunk at care home
A nurse who was the only one on shift at Church House Nursing Home was so drunk she swayed and could not book a taxi, putting residents at risk of harm.
Souness emotional over 'Devil' skin condition on GMB
Graeme Souness was close to tears on Good Morning Britain discussing epidermolysis bullosa (EB), a rare skin condition he calls 'sent by the Devil', ahead of a £500,000 charity challenge.
DWP confirms State Pension age rise to 67 for post-1960 births
The DWP has confirmed the State Pension age will rise from 66 to 67 between 2026 and 2028, affecting people born after April 6, 1960.
Gary Speed's mum breaks down in tears at royal mental health event
Carol Speed broke down in tears speaking about son Gary's death at a royal launch of a suicide prevention toolkit for people in sport.
Shower Screens Sparkle With 2 Kitchen Ingredients
Household expert Charlie Gray says bicarb of soda and lemon juice remove limescale from shower screens, leaving glass gleaming without costly cleaners.
Why cats make biscuits: Common behaviour explained
Cats knead soft surfaces for several reasons, from kittenhood nursing instincts to comfort, affection, stretching, grooming and even wild instincts.
Woman's 'hangover' vision turned out to be eye tumour
A woman who blamed a hangover for blurred vision while watching Beyoncé was found to have a non-cancerous eye tumour, leading to the removal of her eye.
Nutritionist shares low-calorie swaps for autumn treats
Nutritionist Tiffany Williams shares low-calorie alternatives to pumpkin spice lattes, toffee apples and other autumn favourites, plus weight-loss tips.
7 daily habits that can raise your blood pressure
Around 16 million people in the UK have high blood pressure, but nearly five million are unaware. Seven daily habits, including salt, poor sleep, smoking, and alcohol, can raise it.
NHS chiefs must realise one thing, says cancer patient
Robert Fisk, battling incurable bowel cancer, says NHS chiefs must realise that the strength of the system lies in its people, not fancy equipment.
Blue Badge holders urged to renew 12 weeks before expiry
Blue Badge holders across Great Britain are urged to renew at least 12 weeks before expiry, as councils can take around 12 weeks to decide. Over three million permits are active in England alone.
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