Agoraphobic bride fears missing New York wedding
Emily Jane Carter, 30, from Anfield, fears her agoraphobia will stop her from marrying James Charter in Central Park next July, despite transforming her life after losing eight stone.
Category : Health
NHS trust chief's £300k pay rise amid maternity scandal
The CEO of scandal-hit Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust earned £300,000-£305,000 in 2024-5, a rise revealed after a landmark report found 520 babies and mothers suffered avoidable harm.
The Chase star Shaun Wallace shares knee surgery recovery update
The Chase star Shaun Wallace has opened up about his knee replacement surgery recovery, revealing he still feels sore but hopes to return to long-distance running.
Lothians stroke care below target as cases rise to 1,462
Stroke care in Lothians remains below the Scottish Government's 80% target, with 57.6% of patients receiving the inpatient bundle in 2025, while cases rose to 1,462.
Mounjaro users advised to change contraception for four weeks
Women starting Mounjaro are advised to use additional contraception for at least four weeks as the drug may reduce the effectiveness of oral contraceptives.
ACE Inhibitors: Avoid Salt, NSAIDs, Sodium Meds
Millions on ramipril, lisinopril, and other ACE inhibitors should avoid high-salt foods, NSAIDs, and sodium-rich medicines to prevent kidney damage and ensure effectiveness, warns the British Heart Foundation.
Coke can filler craze lands men in A&E with blackening penises
Men seeking 'Coke can' penis fillers risk blackening tissue and A&E visits, as UK experts warn against unregulated procedures with poor safety data.
Quitting statins may not raise death risk in older adults, study finds
A French study suggests older adults without prior heart disease or stroke may not see increased death risk within three years of stopping statins. Death rates were 7.2% for quitters vs 7.9% for continuers.
Slimming World adds Subway wholegrain roll as Healthy Extra
Slimming World has added Subway's 6-inch wholegrain roll to its Healthy Extra list, allowing followers to enjoy footlong subs without using swips.
Heatwaves may hurt men's sex lives and fertility
Record-breaking UK heat is disrupting sleep, lowering testosterone, and affecting sperm production. Experts offer tips to protect reproductive health.
Ibuprofen warning for five groups in hot weather
Pharmacists warn five groups to check before taking ibuprofen in hot weather, as dehydration and sun sensitivity raise risks. Pregnant women, those with heart, liver, or kidney conditions, and others are advised to consult a pharmacist.
Nurses risk jobs in NHS gender ideology fight
NHS staff risk losing jobs for challenging gender ideology, the EHRC chair was told in a landmark meeting. The health service is ignoring lawful same-sex policies, prompting calls for enforcement.
NHS England rolls out Lenacapavir for drug-resistant HIV
Around 92 eligible patients in England will be contacted in coming weeks to receive Lenacapavir, a new drug for drug-resistant HIV, marking a landmark NHS move.
Best time to eat dinner for better health, experts reveal
Eating dinner more than two hours before bed may improve blood sugar control, according to health experts. Studies show early dinners at 6pm improve glucose regulation.
Pharmacist: High Cholesterol Symptoms Easy to Miss
Pharmacist Raj Patel warns high cholesterol can damage arteries silently. He urges people to know their cholesterol numbers and cardiovascular risk, as symptoms are often absent.
Prostate cancer test rule change could delay diagnosis
New guidance may stop men over 50 automatically getting PSA tests without symptoms, potentially leading to later prostate cancer diagnoses.
Gran critically ill in Turkey, family needs £31,000 to bring her home
June Redman, 75, is critically ill with sepsis and pneumonia in a Turkish hospital. Her family needs £31,000 for an air ambulance, as insurance covers only 21.28%.
Health visitor reveals what she notices first in your home
A health visitor with over a decade of experience says parents should not panic-clean before visits, as she notices the 'bigger picture', not untidiness.
Mum's pins and needles were terminal brain cancer spiderweb
Bryony Hill, 40, from Selston, was told her pins and needles were an old injury, but an MRI revealed stage 4 glioblastoma, an inoperable brain tumour spreading like a spiderweb.
Swap toast for sweet potatoes in this tasty beans recipe
Nutritionist Em The Nutritionist suggests serving baked beans on sweet potato slices instead of toast for a healthier, lighter meal that's ready in under 10 minutes.
Woman who weighed 14st aged nine loses 15st
Susan McGinnis, 28, weighed 14st at nine and 28st at her heaviest. After losing 15st, she says the real struggle began post-weight loss, with therapy and a new mindset.
MSE Warns Over-66s: Don't Pay for Free Attendance Allowance Help
Money Saving Expert warns state pensioners not to pay for Attendance Allowance help, after one woman was charged £1,033 for a free service.
Cat loses ears to sun damage; UK owners warned
Buddy, an eight-year-old cat, had both ears removed due to severe sun damage. Battersea warns owners of light-colored cats to take precautions.
Baked beans 'so good' with sweet potato instead of toast
Ditch the toast and serve baked beans on sweet potato slices for a healthier, filling lunch. Nutritionist Em The Nutritionist shares her easy recipe.
Blue Badge: 50 Metre Walking Rule Guarantees Approval
A Blue Badge is automatically approved if you receive PIP because you can't walk more than 50 metres (scoring 8+ points). 3.07 million badges held in England.
Pharmacist's urgent high cholesterol check advice
Pharmacist Raj Patel warns high cholesterol can silently damage arteries, urging people to know their numbers and cardiovascular risk to prevent heart attacks and strokes.
NHS urges public to learn early heart attack symptoms
The NHS has issued a fresh plea for people to recognise early heart attack symptoms, noting that it's never too early to call 999. In the UK, heart attacks lead to around 100,000 hospital visits each year.
Wirral dad given 15% survival chance after 'insect bite'
Chris Capstick, 41, from Bromborough, was diagnosed with stage four melanoma after what seemed an insect bite in Greece. He now has 10-12 months to live.
5 drinks with more blood pressure benefits than green tea
Green tea is praised for blood pressure benefits, but other drinks may work better. Discover five beverages with even greater potential, including orange juice, beet juice, and more.
Blue Badge: 50m walking rule for automatic qualification
A Blue Badge automatically qualifies if you receive PIP because you can’t walk more than 50 metres. Here are the other automatic eligibility groups and how to apply.
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