Stress Main Cause of Sickness Absence for Council Staff
Stress and anxiety accounted for 46,000 of 81,000 days lost to sickness absence among West Lothian Council staff in 2025/26, with mental health issues driving long-term absences.
Category : Health
Mum who lost legs after heart transplant 'wouldn't change it'
Jodie Higgins, 34, from West Derby, lost both legs and two fingers after sepsis from a heart transplant. She completed the Manchester 10K on prosthetics and raised £7,000 for the British Heart Foundation.
Mum, 32, Terminal Lung Cancer After GP Blamed Symptoms on Parenthood
Chloe Houghton, 32, was diagnosed with terminal stage 4 small cell lung cancer after doctors repeatedly dismissed her lump as a harmless cyst and blamed fatigue on toddler exhaustion.
Moshe Kasher Reveals HPV-Positive Tonsil Cancer Diagnosis
The Pitt star Moshe Kasher, 46, announced he was diagnosed with HPV-positive tonsil cancer three months ago, underwent surgery, and has a 95% cure rate.
Jeremy Clarkson: 'I Want to See My Grandkids Grow Up' After Cancer
Jeremy Clarkson, 66, says he wants to see his grandchildren grow up after being diagnosed with aggressive prostate cancer. Now in remission, he has overhauled his lifestyle and urges others to get screened.
Wonderskin's 12-Hour Blush Stain: The Semi-Permanent Make-Up Inspired Formula Tested
Wonderskin's 12-hour blush stain, inspired by semi-permanent make-up, tested in all six shades. Lasts all day without cakey finish.
Dollar Singer David Van Day 'Doing Fine' After Heart Attack
David Van Day, 59, of 80s pop duo Dollar, is recovering after a heart attack and having a stent fitted.
Heatwave Warning for Antidepressant Users: Key Risks Explained
Antidepressants and antipsychotics can impair temperature regulation during heatwaves. Experts advise caution, sunscreen, hydration, and not stopping medication abruptly.
Dog Trainer Warns Flat Owners: No Walks for Dogs in Heatwave
Dog trainer warns flat owners not to walk dogs in heatwave; advises quick toilet breaks and early/late walks to prevent heatstroke.
RSPCA Warns Dog Owners to Avoid Walks During UK Heatwave
RSPCA advises dog owners to avoid walks between 8am and 8pm during UK heatwave to prevent heatstroke and paw burns.
Man Who Died for 8 Minutes Shares Peaceful Afterlife Vision
Dave Singleton, 85, died for eight minutes and saw a peaceful garden vision. He describes the experience as comforting.
Dog Bite Hospital Admissions Surge 76% in a Decade
Hospital admissions for dog attacks have risen 76% in a decade, with children under nine most affected. Fatal attacks prompt legislative changes.
Six Simple Changes to Improve Sleep in Warm Weather
Six practical tips to improve sleep during warm weather, including cooling the room, adjusting bedding, and managing sleep anxiety.
Race Across the World star breaks down in emotional admission
Race Across the World's Kush breaks down in tears discussing mental health and father's suicide, praised by viewers for emotional honesty.
Quadrobics Warning: Doctors Urge Avoid This Bizarre Workout
Quadrobics, a workout mimicking animal movement on all fours, prompts doctor warnings over injury risks despite claims of full-body benefits.
Leading Doctors Call for Routine Blood Pressure Checks for UK Children Aged Five and Over
Doctors urge routine blood pressure checks for UK children aged five and over as hypertension cases nearly double in 20 years, warning of future organ damage and strokes.
Gut microbiome changes could predict Parkinson's years early, study suggests
UCL study finds gut microbiome changes can predict Parkinson's risk years before symptoms, raising hopes for new therapies and dietary interventions.
Larry Lamb, 77, Vows to Never Vegetate in Retirement
Larry Lamb, 77, vows never to fully retire, fearing he'd 'vegetate'. The actor will continue writing and poetry after Gavin & Stacey.
‘Completely healthy’ promising footballer, 13, died after collapsing on pitch
Family of 13-year-old footballer Jamie Skinner speaks out a decade after his sudden cardiac arrest death, urging awareness and defibrillator use.
Neck Size Linked to Heart Disease Risk, Study Finds
Study finds neck size may predict heart disease risk, with larger neck circumference linked to higher atrial fibrillation risk.
Sheffield woman denied NHS-funded IVF because partner has son
Sheffield couple denied NHS IVF because partner has child from previous relationship; campaign for rule change.
Anne-Marie Duff Reveals Brother's Death After Dementia Battle
Shameless star Anne-Marie Duff confirms brother Eddie died after 15-year battle with early-onset Alzheimer's; she will walk 26 miles for charity.
Pineapple Cutting Hack Takes Just 15 Seconds, TikTok User Claims
TikTok user Anna Knows shares a 15-second pineapple cutting hack that follows the fruit's natural segments, but some viewers note the core remains.
Hong Kong Landmark IVF Ruling Grants Parental Rights to Lesbian Couple
Hong Kong judge rules lesbian couple can both be recognised as parents of son born via reciprocal IVF, a landmark for LGBTQ+ rights.
Boy, 6, hailed a hero after saving little sister's life in horror dog attack
Six-year-old Bridger from Wyoming saved his sister from a dog attack, sustaining 90 stitches. His story went viral after his aunt shared it online.
Derby Grandmother Dies After Booster; Family Cites Vaccine Trigger
Mohinder Kaur Mahal, 85, died 12 days after a Covid booster and flu jab. Her son claims informed consent was not given and believes the vaccine triggered her stroke.
IVF Scandal in Northern Cyprus: Sperm Donor Mix-Up Exposed
BBC uncovers IVF scandal in northern Cyprus where sperm and egg donors were swapped, leaving families in distress.
Sweeteners Harm Cognition Equal To 1.6 Years Ageing
Study finds low-calorie sweeteners linked to 62% faster cognitive decline, equivalent to 1.6 years of ageing, in middle-aged adults.
Sam Vanderpump Refuses Mother's Liver Donation to Protect Her from Disease Impact
Made In Chelsea star Sam Vanderpump refused his mother's liver donation to protect her from his disease, but now considers live donation after learning about safety.
Woman Loses 10 Stone in Six Months on Mounjaro, Eating Chicken Salad Daily
Holly Barron, 22, lost 10 stone in six months on Mounjaro and a daily chicken salad diet, shrinking from 21st 8lbs to 11st 8lbs.
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