Sunderland teen with rare cancer gets flood of donations
Jude Hazard, 15, from Silksworth, has a rare vascular cancer. His family is raising funds for treatment abroad, with over £72,000 donated so far.
Category : Health
Girl, 5, hospitalised after swallowing £5,300 gold bar
A five-year-old girl in Beijing was hospitalised after swallowing a solid gold bar worth £5,300, requiring emergency endoscopic removal. She has fully recovered.
Radar scans revive Noah's Ark theory in Turkey
New radar scans of Turkey's Durupınar Formation suggest underground anomalies, prompting researchers to claim it could be Noah's Ark, though experts remain sceptical.
Blanche's AG appointment threatens abortion rights
Todd Blanche, confirmed as attorney general, reportedly plans to use the justice department to curtail abortion access, targeting mifepristone distribution and shield laws.
US kindergarten vaccination rates dip as exemptions hit record
CDC data shows MMR vaccination among kindergarteners declining slightly as non-medical exemptions climb to 4.2%, a record high.
Emma Willis had heart surgery after 48 years unaware of condition
The Voice UK host Emma Willis had keyhole heart surgery in 2025 after discovering she had unknowingly lived with a congenital hole in her heart for 48 years.
Egg salmonella warning and Asda Morrisons pasta recall
Shoppers urged to check eggs for a symbol and code after a salmonella death, plus recalls on Asda and Morrisons pasta, and red clover seeds.
Teen's leukaemia death prompts parents' cancer warning
Fred Bennett, 13, died of leukaemia nine months after diagnosis. His family and CCLG urge parents to spot patterns of change in children's health, as cancer risk rivals other childhood conditions.
Dolly Parton, 80, issues major health update after cancelled event
Dolly Parton, 80, has addressed health rumours after cancelling a Dollywood appearance, saying she has been through 'hard times' but that social media has 'magnified' her issues.
Back pain woman left disabled after NHS dismissed symptoms
Sarah Stevens, 46, from Cardiff, is permanently disabled after NHS doctors dismissed her cauda equina syndrome symptoms. She now uses a wheelchair and has chronic nerve pain.
Chase Stokes: liver and kidney failure after Outer Banks
Outer Banks star Chase Stokes says his liver and kidney were failing after filming the final season, prompting him to step back from work to recover.
Chase Stokes reveals organ failure after Outer Banks
Netflix star Chase Stokes said his liver and kidney were failing after filming Outer Banks, prompting him to seek treatment and take a break from work.
Kitchen extractor fans 'health risk' as bacteria warning issued
Kitchen extractor fans can harbour harmful bacteria like E.coli and salmonella, posing a health risk, according to Tap Warehouse. Experts urge households to turn off power and clean them every three months.
Def Leppard's Vivian Campbell reveals cancer return
Def Leppard guitarist Vivian Campbell says his cancer has returned and he is continuing treatment after a donor transplant failed to work.
Brian Hyland performs outside Downing Street for NHS campaign
American musician Brian Hyland, 82, joined campaigner Ashleigh Harley outside Downing Street to raise awareness of young people struggling to get an NHS diagnosis.
STIs can show symptoms in unexpected body parts, pharmacists warn
STIs can cause symptoms beyond the genitals, including on palms, soles, eyes, throat, joints, mouth, and anus. Pharmacists urge testing for unusual signs.
Runny eggs warning issued to UK's elderly population
The FSA has warned vulnerable groups, including over-65s, to avoid runny eggs after the UKHSA declared a national salmonella outbreak with one death and 207 cases.
Banish musty towel smells with baking soda and vinegar
Musty towels can be revived with baking soda and white vinegar. A two-step washing method removes odours and softens fabric naturally.
Macmillan urges men to learn prostate cancer myths
Macmillan Cancer Support warns that myths about prostate cancer stop men seeking checks, as new estimates show over 68,000 UK men are diagnosed each year.
Chef: ditch olive oil in pasta water for perfect results
Chef Andy Hearnden says olive oil in pasta water does nothing and can stop sauce sticking. Use a larger pot and lower flame instead.
Chronic illness left me the skinniest I’ve ever been – I’ve never felt worse
After losing 21 pounds in under two weeks before gallbladder surgery, a woman with chronic digestive illnesses says rapid weight loss left her exhausted, brain-fogged, and mentally fragile.
DRC gets first 70,000 Ebola vaccines in outbreak battle
The DRC has received its first batch of 70,000 Ebola vaccines, with 16,250 doses arriving in Kinshasa. The outbreak, caused by the rare Bundibugyo virus, has recorded 2,516 deaths among 5,290 confirmed cases.
Mum's mission after partner dies in alcohol-related fall
Emma Foden, whose partner David Rhodes died after a drunken fall from a van, speaks out to inspire others to beat addiction and stay sober.
Broccoli compound could treat incurable Friedreich ataxia
A compound in broccoli, sulforaphane, could treat Friedreich ataxia, a rare incurable neurological disorder, by raising frataxin levels and protecting nerve cells, researchers say.
Kirkby woman's fury over six-month pension delay
Lisa Blundell, retired from the civil service in March, has received no pension for six months. She is 'beyond angry' at the government and Capita over delays affecting thousands.
Microbiologist settles tea towel washing debate: change daily
A microbiologist says tea towels should be changed every day to stop bacteria like E. coli and Salmonella spreading in kitchens.
Tom Fletcher hid mental health struggles from wife Giovanna
Tom Fletcher returns to The Voice UK for a third series, but fans may not know he kept his depression and bipolar disorder from wife Giovanna before seeking help.
John Cleese's health woes exposed after end-of-life admission
Monty Python star John Cleese, 86, admitted he never expected to last this long, revealing a litany of health issues including two hip replacements, a pacemaker and type 2 diabetes.
Cornwall's child poverty crisis: food banks vs celebrity playgrounds
Children in Cornwall queue for tinned beans at food banks while A-list celebrities holiday nearby, with 27,000 under-19s in relative poverty.
Tom Fletcher's mental health diagnosis revealed
The Voice UK coach Tom Fletcher has opened up about his bipolar disorder diagnosis and depression, which he kept hidden from those closest to him for years.
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