NHS Loses £216m a Year to Missed GP Appointments
NHS England loses £216m yearly from 15m missed GP appointments, enough to pay for 2,325 full-time GPs.
Category : Health
US Man With World's Smallest Penis Challenges Others to Disprove Claim
North Carolina man Michael Phillips claims world's smallest penis at 0.38 inches, challenges others to disprove, raising micropenis awareness.
Cheese Toastie Upgrade: Chefs Reveal Secret Crunchy Ingredient
Chefs reveal that adding kimchi to cheese toasties provides a tangy, spicy crunch that instantly upgrades the classic sandwich.
Teen with Rare Cold Allergy Forced to Alter Life
Teen Amber Woodward diagnosed with rare cold urticaria, causing hives below 12C, altering her daily life and activities.
Caesareans overtake natural births in England for first time, NHS data shows
For the first time, caesarean sections have overtaken natural vaginal births in England, with 45% of deliveries via C-section in 2024-25, NHS data reveals.
Amy Dowden Opens Up About Portacath Surgery in Cancer Fight
Strictly's Amy Dowden shares details of portacath surgery and her decision to document chemotherapy journey to raise breast cancer awareness.
Leg Strength Linked to Better Brain Ageing in Older Women, Study Finds
Study of over 300 twins finds older women with stronger legs show better cognitive ageing over 10 years, suggesting leg power as a marker for beneficial physical activity.
Single Mum with Incurable Cancer Pleads for Funds for Alternative Treatment
Single mum Victoria Baillon, 37, with incurable cancer pleads for £40,000 for alternative treatment to spend more time with her children.
Life Begins at 60: Autism Diagnosis Brings Joy
At 80, Cathleen Caffrey found peace after identifying as autistic, transforming her life and bringing joy.
Police Hunt Woman Over £32,000 Haul of Fake Ozempic and Mounjaro
Police hunt Christina Parfitt over £32,000 haul of fake Ozempic and Mounjaro seized in Lancashire raid.
Loren Gray Opens Up About Sexual Assault and Healing
TikTok star Loren Gray discusses her decision to share her sexual assault story, the healing process, and the support from fans.
Black Death Mass Grave Discovered in Lincolnshire
A mass grave of 48 Black Death victims found in rural Lincolnshire, the first such rural discovery in England, revealing the plague's devastation.
Morrisons Rolls Out Stoma-Friendly Toilets in 497 UK Stores
Morrisons has achieved a major milestone by installing stoma-friendly toilets in all 497 full-sized UK stores, enhancing accessibility and comfort for shoppers and staff.
Vet Urges Owners To Stay With Dogs During Euthanasia
A vet urges owners to stay with dogs during euthanasia, revealing their final thought is 'Where are you?'
Sue Radford's Three-Stone Weight Loss: No Jabs, Just Diet and Exercise
Sue Radford reveals her three-stone weight loss through diet and exercise, not jabs, and shares her fasting and gym routine.
Couple Die of Cancer Days Apart, Final Photo Shows Them Holding Hands
Mike and Julie Bennet died of cancer days apart. Their final photo shows them holding hands in a hospice.
BBC Expert Gary Rycroft 'Hours from Fatal Heart Attack', Doctor Tells Him
BBC Morning Live's Gary Rycroft reveals he was hours from a fatal heart attack after ignoring chest pains, urging others to seek help.
Beauty Trends for 2021: From Skinimalism to 80s Revival
2021 beauty trends: skinimalism, 80s revival, pastel liners, bold colours, and wigs, driven by social media and lockdown creativity.
Chef Reveals Secret Ingredient for Perfectly Crispy Fried Eggs
Chef Frank Proto reveals that butter, added at precise moments, is the secret to perfectly crispy fried eggs. Another chef suggests mayonnaise for scrambled eggs.
GP Blamed Headaches on Pill; It Was a Brain Tumour
Scots man with terminal brain tumour says GP dismissed his symptoms as migraines five times before diagnosis.
Nearly 55,000 Gaza Children Acutely Malnourished, Lancet Study Finds
Lancet study estimates nearly 55,000 Gaza children under six are acutely malnourished, linking Israeli aid restrictions to rising malnutrition.
Rainbow Pictures Spring Up Across UK to Spread Hope During Coronavirus Lockdown
Rainbow pictures appear in windows across UK as schools close, spreading hope and morale during coronavirus lockdown.
Paula Radcliffe Reveals Pre-Race Breakfast and Dark Chocolate Secret
Paula Radcliffe shares her pre-race breakfast of porridge with bananas and honey, plus a dark chocolate tip for energy and recovery.
Inside the amfAR Gala: Cannes' Glittering Fundraiser for AIDS Research
Inside the amfAR Gala at Cannes: a glamorous fundraiser for AIDS research with celebrity hosts, auctions, and performances.
Sickfluencers and AI Exploit UK Benefits System
Report finds 'sickfluencers' and AI tools used to fraudulently claim UK benefits, costing billions.
Boy, 8, Saves Four Lives Through Organ Donation as Mother Urges Families to Discuss Wishes
An eight-year-old boy's organ donation saves four lives; his mother urges families to discuss organ donation wishes.
Stay Home with Flu Symptoms, Experts Urge Amid Fears of Second Surge
NHS experts warn of flu surge in Midlands hospitals, urging people to stay home with symptoms amid fears of a second wave.
Mother Calls NHS 111 Helpline 'Broken' After Baby Dies of Missed Pneumonia and Sepsis
Mother Melissa Mead criticises NHS 111 helpline after report finds missed opportunities to save her baby from pneumonia and sepsis.
Misdiagnosed Fractures Led to Children Being Taken into Care
A mother's baby had five fractures misdiagnosed as abuse, leading to her children being placed in foster care for eight days.
Night Sweats Could Signal Cancer, Experts Warn
Profuse night sweats that soak pillows and bedding could be an early sign of cancer, experts warn. The NHS advises seeing a GP if you regularly wake up drenched.
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