US Cyclospora Outbreak Passes 2,800 Cases
A cyclosporiasis outbreak has infected over 2,800 people across 31 US states, with Michigan hardest hit. Funding cuts to health departments and surveillance programs may be hampering response efforts.
Category : Health
Mum Diagnosed with Rare Incurable Cancer After Waking Unable to Move
Chelsea Gallimore, 30, from Prescot, was diagnosed with a rare gastrointestinal stromal tumour (GIST) after waking with severe pain. She uses social media to raise awareness on GIST Awareness Day.
70-Year-Old Woman Praises £32 Serum for Youthful Glow
A 70-year-old woman says 'so many people said how well I look' using the Liz Earle Restore and Glow Instant Radiance Serum, which brightens skin and reduces imperfections.
Trump Health Fears After Ranting Fox News Tribute
Donald Trump sparked fresh health concerns after his tribute to Senator Lindsey Graham on Fox News turned into a rambling rant about the SAVE America Act and election fraud.
78p Sleep Patches End 'Fog of Despair' for Bad Sleeper
A bad sleeper who lived in a 'fog of despair' found 'remarkable improvement' with 78p Kloris Sleep Time Patches, which use natural ingredients like valerian and passionflower to promote restful sleep without grogginess.
Carol Vorderman hospital update after collapsing unconscious
Carol Vorderman reveals she was rushed to hospital in May after falling over a tree root, suffering a concussion and dizziness. She credits the Epley Technique for 95% recovery.
Top 10 Summer Enjoyment Killers: Heatwave Insomnia Tops List
45% of Brits say feeling hot and uncomfortable stops them enjoying summer, with difficulty sleeping the top complaint, according to a poll of 2,000 adults.
Martha Lillard, last US polio iron lung survivor, dies at 78
Martha Lillard, the last known US polio survivor reliant on an iron lung, died at 78 in Oklahoma. She contracted polio at age five and defied predictions she wouldn't live past 20.
Flawed Disciplinary Cases Cost UK Economy £28.5bn Annually
Poorly handled workplace disciplinary investigations cost the UK economy £28.5bn annually, causing burnout and harm akin to smoking, says the UK Faculty of Public Health.
Bea Elton: Cleaning Homes and Lives of Desperate People
Bea Elton, 28, cleans extreme hoarding homes for free, building trust for months. With 6M+ followers, she transforms spaces and lives, tackling mold, maggots, and excrement.
Debunking the 30 Plants a Week Myth: Science Says
The advice to eat 30 plants a week for gut health stems from a 2018 study, but the number is arbitrary and not proven to directly improve health, experts warn.
Can a 'Power Phrase' Make You a Go-Getter?
Psychotherapist Amy Morin says a 'short, positive sentence' offers cognitive reset. Emma Beddington tries it, doubting but hopeful, as she dreads even returning defective trousers.
Natural Sugar Found Near Milky Way Centre
Erythrulose, a sugar found in raspberries and fake tan, has been detected in a dust cloud near the Milky Way's centre, showing life's building blocks can form in interstellar space.
Woman mauled by Facebook dog requires surgery
Charlotte Potts, 32, needed surgery after her adopted Cane Corso cross American Bulldog attacked her, reaching a level five dog bite. She urges proper assessment before rehoming.
Doctor: Leg Cramps and Hair Loss May Be Health Red Flags
Dr Mark Regi warns that leg cramps, hair loss, and swelling could indicate poor circulation and underlying conditions like varicose veins, urging early treatment.
NHS Lanarkshire MenB Vaccine Programme for Youths This Summer
NHS Lanarkshire launches a time-limited MenB vaccination programme for older teenagers and new college/university students at higher risk of meningococcal group B bacteria exposure.
Dog Trainer: Breathing Sign Your Dog Is Too Hot
Dog trainer Max explains that a curling tongue in panting dogs signals dangerous overheating, urging owners to watch for this sign during hot weather.
Meningitis party: mother urges vaccination after son's fight
Ross Simpson, 18, contracted meningitis at a house party, leading to sepsis and ICU. His mother Gaynor urges young people to get the MenB vaccine, now offered to eligible groups in Scotland.
UK Heat Health Alert for 7 Regions as Temperatures Stay High
UKHSA issues yellow heat health alert for seven regions from Tuesday to Friday, warning of significant impacts including a rise in deaths and increased demand on health services.
Professor Green Opens Up About ADHD and Autism Diagnoses
Professor Green reveals his ADHD and autism diagnoses at age 40, saying '40 years of being me nearly killed me' before a psychiatrist helped him understand his lifelong struggles.
Professor Green: ADHD and Autism Diagnoses Life-Changing
Rapper Professor Green reveals his ADHD and autism diagnoses at age 40 transformed his outlook, helping him understand decades of struggles and be more forgiving of himself.
Ali Bastian Shares Breast Cancer Update and Mammogram 'Trauma'
Strictly star Ali Bastian, 44, opens up about scan-xiety and delayed reconstruction after stage two breast cancer diagnosis in 2024, urging women to attend screenings.
Mother urges young to get MenB vaccine after son's critical illness
Gaynor Simpson's son Ross was critically ill with meningitis B in 2023. She now urges young people to take up the MenB vaccine, which is being rolled out across Scotland.
Sir Chris Hoy Dismissed Prostate Cancer Sign as 'Old Age'
Sir Chris Hoy, diagnosed with stage 4 prostate cancer in 2023, reveals he dismissed a shoulder pain as 'getting old.' The Olympic champion now lives with incurable cancer and has 2-4 years left.
Mother urges young to get MenB vaccine after son's illness
A mother whose son nearly died from meningitis B urges young people to get the MenB vaccine, now being offered across Scotland after UK outbreaks.
Diabetes UK Warns: Avoid Flip-Flops in Heatwave
As the third heatwave hits, Diabetes UK warns millions with diabetes to avoid flip-flops and check footwear to prevent serious foot problems, including amputations.
GLP-1 Jab Users Warned of Dehydration Risk in Heatwave
Two million weight loss jab users are at increased risk of dehydration during the UK heatwave, as GLP-1 medications blunt thirst signals. Health experts urge proactive hydration.
John Torode Shares Positive Update on Wife Lisa's Cancer Recovery
John Torode shared a positive update on wife Lisa Faulkner's breast cancer recovery on This Morning, saying she is doing very well after surgery that successfully removed all cancer.
Cardiologist: 5 Heart Symptoms Never to Ignore in Heatwave
Dr Francesco Lo Monaco warns that chest pain, severe breathlessness, palpitations, confusion, and collapse should never be dismissed as 'just the heat' during a heatwave.
30-Minute Daily Reading Boosts Brain Health, Says Dr Amir Khan
Dr Amir Khan says reading for 30 minutes daily boosts brain power, reduces stress, improves empathy, and is linked to a 20% lower risk of death, according to a study.
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