As Britain faces a growing crisis in palliative care, hospices struggle with funding gaps while demand surges. Discover why investing in compassionate end-of-life care is essential for our society
Fraser Wilson, a Glasgow bank worker, trekked 110km across the Sahara Desert just two years after a life-saving heart transplant, raising funds for homelessness charity Crisis and advocating for organ donation.
Millions of Americans face impossible choices as healthcare premiums skyrocket following Congress
Health Secretary Wes Streeting urges the public to use NHS services wisely, stressing that A&E is for emergencies only. His plea aims to reduce crippling waiting times and support frontline staff.
Health Secretary Wes Streeting accuses the BMA of
The Scottish Hospitals Inquiry heard NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde has shown
The use of head CT scans in UK emergency departments has skyrocketed, doubling since 2007. Neurologists warn this exposes patients to unnecessary radiation, significantly increasing cancer risks, especially for children and older adults.
Learn how to distinguish between hay fever and a cold, with experts detailing the main differences in symptoms, causes, and treatments for better health management.
Hailey Bieber discusses her diagnosis of a uterine septum before pregnancy and the difficult labor and postpartum hemorrhage she experienced during childbirth.
A 55-year-old grandmother died from an accidental overdose of the antidepressant sertraline, with toxicology showing fatal blood levels. The NHS recently warned of serotonin syndrome risks.
A UK GP reveals seven subtle health symptoms that could indicate serious conditions. Learn what signs demand immediate medical attention to protect your wellbeing.
A doctor who asked a Muslim patient to remove her niqab and then worked during his suspension has been removed from the medical register for misconduct and disregard of regulations.
Health Secretary Wes Streeting announces review of NHS pilot to potentially screen all babies for spinal muscular atrophy, following Mirror campaign and meeting with Jesy Nelson.
A 21lb Continental giant rabbit named Junior towers over his 1.5lb dwarf playmate. However, a new study reveals rabbit ownership is linked to higher insomnia risk, unlike dogs which improve sleep.
BBC Morning Live presenter Gethin Jones opened Thursday
A pioneering treatment using a common surgical gel has restored the vision of Nicki Guy, 47, after she lost her sight to hypotony. The breakthrough from Moorfields Eye Hospital offers new hope.
Ruth Pakaluk, former pro-choice Harvard student turned devout Catholic mother of seven, advances toward sainthood. Discover her remarkable transformation and legacy.
Luke Abrahams, 20, died from sepsis and necrotising fasciitis after medics repeatedly misdiagnosed his condition as tonsillitis and sciatica, an inquest hears.
Hospital flu admissions in England surge by 9%. The NHS reveals the
UK florists face serious illness from pesticide exposure on imported flowers. As evidence grows, calls for regulation and awareness intensify. Read the full investigation.
UK florists face serious illness from unregulated pesticide residues on imported flowers. Experts warn of cancer risks and demand better safety standards. Read the full investigation.
A Florida couple is suing a fertility clinic after giving birth to a child with no genetic relationship to them, raising concerns about embryo mix-ups and parental rights.
Chloe Nightingale, a 26-year-old teacher, suffered a severe stroke, with doctors initially advising her family to say farewell. After life-saving surgery and a long recovery, she defies odds but faces ongoing challenges.
A Connecticut family is suing Bridgeport Hospital after their 26-year-old dental student son died in the ICU while being monitored remotely by a telehealth doctor, alleging negligence and substandard care.
A mother reflects on a cherished family photo taken in an Edinburgh garden, revealing a poignant story of love, autism, and profound loss. Discover the power of images to hold both joy and sorrow.
Grieving families who lost babies due to NHS failings accuse the government
Families of vulnerable residents at William Blake House call for urgent investigation into charity
A new report from the Commons Health and Social Care Committee says exercise is as crucial as medication for older people
A vet reveals the dangerous temperatures for dog walks in UK winter. Learn the signs of hypothermia and how to protect your pet. Act now to keep them safe.