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.
Category : Health
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.
Fluffy omelette secret: chef's one-minute whisking tip
Whisk eggs vigorously for about a minute until frothy with no egg white streaks for a fluffy omelette every time, says author Lisa Steele.
Boy, 9, saved by Liverpool team says: 'I thought I was going to die'
A nine-year-old with a rare blood type was saved by NHSBT scientists in Liverpool and later visited their lab to thank them. Qasim Rizwan, from Bolton, was diagnosed with autoimmune haemolytic anaemia last year and needed rare blood units.
Beverley Callard cancels wedding plans amid 'hell of a week'
Beverley Callard, 69, says she is 'not myself' as she prepares for more tests and scans, and missed a close friend's wedding due to fatigue.
Trump sparks health fears after face droops at 9/11 memorial
President Donald Trump has sparked fresh health fears after the right side of his face appeared to droop during a 9/11 memorial service at the Pentagon, prompting renewed speculation about his wellbeing.
Crash victim proposes in hospital after 10 months in ICU
Dominic Roberts-Brown, who spent 10 months in intensive care after a car crash, proposed to partner Jennifer Devlin in Ninewells Hospital. She said yes.
Birmingham MSF clinic gives hope to traumatised asylum seekers
An MSF-run trauma clinic in Birmingham has received over 300 referrals since opening last year, offering intensive psychological care to refugees and asylum seekers. One patient, Azad from Iran, described the staff as 'lifesavers'.
Assisted dying bill defeated in Commons by 286 to 270 votes
MPs rejected the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill by 286 votes to 270, a significant setback for campaigners seeking to legalise assisted dying in England and Wales.
Gary Speed's mum 'ashamed' 15 years on in heartbreaking interview
Carol Speed tells Dan Walker she feels 'ashamed' she didn't see Gary's struggles before his death in 2011, in an interview for the On Your Side suicide prevention toolkit.
Man given hours to live after roast dinner sepsis recovers
A Surrey man given hours to live after sepsis from campylobacter food poisoning made a miraculous recovery, returning to work after two weeks in a coma.
Ricky Hatton's parents recall final conversation before his death
Ricky Hatton's mum says she is grateful she told her son she loved him three days before he died, aged 46, last September.
Vets issue '16-week rule' guidance for dog owners on car travel
Vets4Pets urges UK puppy owners to follow the '16-week rule' to prevent car anxiety, phobias and motion sickness in dogs, with signs and symptoms explained.
Princess Kate surprises patients at Royal Marsden Hospital
Princess Kate visited the Royal Marsden Hospital to see how funds from her Three Peaks Challenge will support a new holistic care centre.
Princess Kate Visits Royal Marsden Hospital to See Challenge Funds
The Princess of Wales visited the Royal Marsden Hospital on Friday to see how funds from her National Three Peaks Challenge are being used for holistic care.
Dr Amir Khan fans split over cold water burn advice
ITV's Dr Amir Khan says cold water is 'one of the worst things' for burns, urging cool or lukewarm water for 20 minutes instead. Fans disagree.
Pharmacy First: 5 new conditions added to NHS scheme
The NHS Pharmacy First scheme is expanding to treat five more conditions, including acne and migraines, letting patients skip GP queues.
Battery Items in Bins Risk Fires, Waste Experts Warn
Waste experts warn UK households not to throw battery-powered items like disposable vapes in bins, as lithium-ion batteries can crush and ignite, causing bin lorry fires.
9/11 paramedic crushed by North Tower collapse tells of horror
Paramedic Gary Smiley, 63, survived being crushed under an ambulance as the North Tower fell. He recounts jumpers, lost friends and the 25-year health toll.
GMB announces Esther Rantzen's heartbreaking admission
Good Morning Britain delivered a heartbreaking update on Dame Esther Rantzen, who says she is now too frail to travel to Switzerland to end her life.
Ellie Leach urges women to attend smear tests after HPV scare
Ellie Leach, ex-Coronation Street star, urges women not to skip smear tests after abnormal results led to a procedure to remove pre-cancerous cells.
Rantzen's daughter urges MPs to back assisted dying bill
Rebecca Wilcox, daughter of Dame Esther Rantzen, calls on MPs to vote 'yes' to the assisted dying bill, describing the current reality as 'ugly and horrible' as she watches her mother's end-of-life care.
MPs to vote on assisted dying bill in landmark Commons debate
MPs will vote on a bill to legalise assisted dying for terminally ill people in England and Wales with fewer than six months to live, subject to approval by doctors and legal professionals.
Reporter with 9/11-linked heart condition returns to Ground Zero
Daily Mirror journalist Andy Lines, now diagnosed with cardiac sarcoidosis from 9/11 dust, returned to Ground Zero 25 years after covering the attacks.
Menopause supplements lack key nutrients, study finds
A UCL study reveals menopause supplements vary widely in vitamin and mineral doses, with half lacking vitamin D, potentially causing side-effects over time.
£1.97 homemade spider repellent spray for autumn
Spider mating season in the UK has begun. A £1.97 homemade spray made from vinegar, water and essential oil can deter spiders from entering homes.
Prince William's Most Powerful Speech on Suicide Prevention
Prince William delivered his most powerful speech on suicide prevention at Everton's stadium, unveiling the On Your Side toolkit for the sport sector.
BBC doctor's verdict on hot drinks cancer risk study
A Cancer Research UK-funded study found very hot drinks may triple the risk of one oesophageal cancer type. Dr Oscar Duke says no need to give up tea and coffee.
Teen's severe reaction to adult skincare at sleepover
Sienna Sorby, 14, suffered a seven-month skin reaction after using adult anti-ageing products at a sleepover, prompting warnings about young skin.
Menopause supplements lack key nutrients, UCL study finds
A UCL study finds many menopause supplements lack key nutrients and show huge variation in vitamin doses, potentially causing side-effects long-term.
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