Bootle fire deaths caused by lithium-ion battery failure
A lithium-ion battery that suffered a catastrophic failure caused the Bootle house fire that killed Elisha Brabin, 36, and her three children, investigators found.
Category : Health
Towel trick can slash blood pressure by 7 points
A neuroscientist says a simple towel-squeezing exercise, done for 36 minutes a week, can lower blood pressure by seven points without needing a gym or cardio.
DWP admits CMS failings, pledges urgent action on responses
The DWP has admitted Child Maintenance Service response times have not been adequate and announced urgent action, including extra resources for complaints teams.
Bootle fire: Lithium battery caused fatal blaze killing mum and kids
Investigators confirmed a lithium-ion battery caused the Bootle house fire that killed Elisha Brabin and her three children, prompting safety warnings.
Llanelli hospital bans visitors as scabies outbreak worsens
Visitors have been told to stay away from Prince Philip Hospital in Llanelli due to an ongoing scabies outbreak, with wards closed and some appointments affected.
Doctor: Add cheap chia seeds to meals for better heart health
Dr Corne Hurter says chia seeds, oily fish and quinoa can boost heart health. More than 8 million people in the UK live with cardiovascular disease.
Bootle fire that killed mum and 3 children caused by battery
A lithium-ion battery caused the Bootle house fire that killed Elisha Brabin, 36, and her children Leo, 16, Ellis, 8, and Prudence, 7, on September 20.
10 conditions eligible for free flu jab from October 1
From October 1, adults 65+, people with certain long-term conditions, and care home residents can get a free NHS flu jab. Ten specific health conditions qualify.
West Nile virus outbreak hits 16 European countries
A potentially lethal West Nile virus outbreak has been reported across 16 European countries, including Spain, with six nations seeing significant cases and deaths.
Man has penis rebuilt from arm tissue after cancer
Paul Lucas, diagnosed with penile cancer at 37, had his penis reconstructed using arm tissue after a life-saving amputation.
GP explains real reason kids get flu nasal spray instead of jab
A GP has explained why children receive the flu vaccine as a nasal spray rather than an injection, revealing the science behind the method.
DWP lists 46 mental health conditions for £187 weekly PIP
The DWP has confirmed 46 mental health conditions that qualify for PIP payments of up to £187 a week, with 1,595,619 claims recorded as of September 2026.
Healthy brownie recipe: gut-friendly, low-sugar treat
A wellness expert shares a fudgy brownie recipe using cocoa, honey, and Greek yogurt that's low in refined sugar, high in protein, and gentle on blood sugar.
Psychologist explains why good luck superstitions can work
New research shows 92% of UK adults follow at least one luck-chasing superstition, with a psychologist saying rituals like touching wood can act as a placebo for confidence.
Psychologist explains why good luck superstitions can actually work
More than 90% of people in the UK follow at least one luck-chasing superstition, research shows. A psychologist explains how rituals like touching wood can boost confidence and manage anxiety.
PE teacher's rare bleeding disorder dismissed as fitness
Paige Brodie, 23, bled for 10 months straight before being diagnosed with Type 1 Von Willebrand Disease, after doctors linked symptoms to stress and fitness.
Viral fish and rice cake guy left in tears by sad health impact
Former bodybuilder Danny Andrews, known as 'fish and a rice cake' guy, says steroids left him infertile, and he's now due to start IVF.
Young dad dies on day he was due to start university
Drew McCleave, 24, from Stevenston, died on September 23, the day he was to begin aerospace systems at Glasgow University, leaving two daughters.
EastEnders' Denise devastated as Darnell isn't stem-cell match
Denise Fox's hopes are crushed in EastEnders when half-brother Darnell reveals he isn't a stem-cell match, leaving her to question continuing chemo.
Fake weight loss jab crackdowns soar 684% as health at risk
Monthly enforcement actions against illicit GLP-1 listings surged 684% between February and July 2026, with experts warning consumers' health could be 'at risk'.
Man dies after heart attack on Wigan street
A man has died after suffering a cardiac arrest on Gidlow Lane in Wigan. Emergency services attended, but he was pronounced dead at the scene, with no suspicious circumstances believed.
Kelsey Parker opens up on 'really bad PTSD' after stillbirth
Kelsey Parker has spoken about the police apology she received after the stillbirth of her son Phoenix, and the 'really bad PTSD' she has since experienced.
McCartney urges Britons to go vegetarian for a week
Sir Paul McCartney has called on everyone to go vegetarian for a week to help the planet and their health, backed by celebrities including Dame Joanna Lumley and Chris Packham.
Dr Eric Berg warns of long-term Omeprazole use dangers
Dr Eric Berg warns that a quarter of PPI users, including Omeprazole, take them for over a year, risking magnesium depletion and other side effects.
Two-Year-Old Euthanised in Netherlands in Landmark Case
A two-year-old has been euthanised in the Netherlands in the first assisted dying case of its kind for a non-infant, after a review board concluded the doctor acted with due care.
UK households urged to switch on extractor fan while cooking
Experts say switching on the kitchen extractor fan while cooking is the easiest way to prevent moisture build-up, as damp and mould worsen in colder weather.
Toddler, 2, euthanised after Dutch government cuts age limit
A two-year-old has been euthanised in the Netherlands after the government lowered the age limit for assisted dying. The child, born prematurely, suffered severe brain damage, cerebral palsy, and visual impairment.
Encephalitis survivor rewatching favourite films for first time
Georgina Ann, 28, from Bolton, lost much of her memory after encephalitis in 2024. She now rewatches films like The Grinch and Harry Potter as if for the first time, and begins cognitive rehabilitation therapy in October.
Corrie's Sally Dynevor urges mammograms after own cancer
Coronation Street star Sally Dynevor, a breast cancer survivor, urged fans to attend mammograms after sharing her latest scan on Instagram.
Funeral director blasts plan for 700-body mortuary in York
A York funeral director fears a proposed mortuary holding up to 700 bodies at York Business Park could become a 'corpse factory'. Pure Cremation's plans have drawn dozens of objections.
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