Shirley Ballas Sends Heartfelt Message to Ellie Goldstein After Strictly Exit
Shirley Ballas sends a touching message to Ellie Goldstein after her Strictly Come Dancing exit, praising her musicality and energy.
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PCOS renamed to PMOS after decade-long campaign
PCOS renamed to PMOS to better reflect hormonal and metabolic nature, after years of patient advocacy and global consultation.
Mother told baby had one hour to live; he survived
Clarissa Mansbridge was told her stillborn son William had an hour to live. He lifted his head, defied the odds, and now at three years old walks and talks.
DWP Clarifies PIP Stance on Set Symptoms List
DWP clarifies PIP stance: highest payments up to £749/month for conditions like visual, musculoskeletal, and neurological issues, with review postponed.
Jess Wright's Son Presley to Require Open Heart Surgery
Jess Wright thanks fans after revealing her son Presley has a rare heart condition requiring open heart surgery twice in his life.
Toddler paralysed after flu triggers rare condition
A two-year-old girl in Georgia was left paralysed after contracting flu, which triggered transverse myelitis, a rare spinal cord disorder.
Deaf Tesla Technician Sacked After Hearing Aids Failed in Extreme Heat
Tesla fired deaf technician Hans Kohls after extreme heat at Gigafactory caused his hearing aids to fail, lawsuit alleges.
Rita Wilson reveals two requests she made to Tom Hanks after cancer diagnosis
Rita Wilson shared the two requests she made to Tom Hanks after her 2015 breast cancer diagnosis: be sad for a long time and throw a party.
Blue Badge Renewal Warning for Disabled Drivers
Disabled drivers warned to renew Blue Badge three months early to avoid £1,000 fine; over 3.2 million holders in England and Scotland.
More than 30 UK toys recalled over asbestos fears
More than 30 toys sold by M&S, Tesco, Primark and others recalled in the UK over asbestos-contaminated sand from China.
Non-burping condition 'damages quality of life', say researchers
Researchers say R-CPD, or 'no burp syndrome', causes physical pain and mental distress, with half of sufferers seeking help but 90% not receiving adequate care.
Student Loan Debt and Mental Health: Expert Tips for Coping
Tips for managing student loan debt and protecting mental health, including setting worry-free times, using rewards, and sharing with loved ones.
Chancellor Reeves to crack down on benefit fraud alongside lifting two-child limit
Rachel Reeves announces crackdown on benefit fraud and full lifting of two-child limit, as government seeks to head off welfare spending criticism.
Teen dies suddenly from seizure while on phone to boyfriend
An 18-year-old with epilepsy died suddenly from a seizure without warning while on the phone to her boyfriend, prompting her father to campaign for SUDEP awareness.
Mother Dies Five Weeks After Birth From Undiagnosed Heart Condition
Cathy MacGuinness, 40, died five weeks after giving birth from undiagnosed dilated cardiomyopathy. Her family urges vigilance over health symptoms.
Woman with limp enjoys 'malicious delight' as entitled mother misses flight after demanding her trai
Woman with limp gives up disabled seat to entitled mother, who then misses flight after boarding wrong train carriage.
Stroke patients failed by inadequate UK recovery care
Health ombudsman reports rising complaints and investigations over poor stroke care in England, with only 46.6% admitted to specialist units within four hours.
Tenerife Woman Shocked: Stomach Cramps Were Labor
Carmen Romero, 31, went to hospital with cramps and was told she was in labor, giving birth to a daughter she didn't know she was carrying.
Salford Transport Corridor Plans Slammed as Dangerous
A £23.4m scheme to create a public transport corridor in Salford has been criticized as dangerous by disability campaigners, who say it favors bikes over pedestrians.
Mum, 33, Plans Funeral After Rare Cancer Diagnosis
Chelsea Gallimore, 33, diagnosed with rare GIST cancer, now planning funeral and wedding after being told disease is incurable.
Cardiologist: 5 Heart Symptoms Never to Ignore in Heatwave
Dr Francesco Lo Monaco warns that chest pain, severe breathlessness, palpitations, confusion, and collapse should never be dismissed as 'just the heat' during a heatwave.
Man, 45, Told He Has Three Years to Live After Night Toilet Visits
A 45-year-old man who saw his GP after needing the toilet twice a night has been diagnosed with terminal stage 4 prostate cancer and given three to four years to live.
Autistic model overcomes bullying to become Playmate of the Decade
Brittany Taylor, 29, who lives with autism, was told she was 'worthless' by ex-partners and bullied as an adult, but she persevered to become Playmate of the Decade and a successful model.
Jesy Nelson's Twins Diagnosed with Severe SMA Condition
Jesy Nelson's twin daughters diagnosed with SMA Type 1; she campaigns for newborn screening.
Mobility Scooter Users Warned Over 'Ignored' DVLA Rules That Could See Fines
Thousands of mobility scooter users risk fines for ignoring DVLA registration and safety rules for Class 3 vehicles.
Ruth Codd recovering after second leg amputation
Irish actor Ruth Codd, star of The Celebrity Traitors, is recovering after a second below-knee amputation, sharing her journey on TikTok.
Conjoined Twins Abby and Brittany Hensel Spotted with Newborn Baby
Conjoined twins Abby and Brittany Hensel seen with a newborn baby in Minnesota, one year after Abby's secret wedding was revealed.
Scientist Claims Psychopathy May Not Exist After Personal Discovery
Neuroscientist James Fallon claims psychopathy may not be a distinct condition after discovering he has the brain patterns of a psychopath but lives a successful life.
Jesy Nelson's Twin Daughters Diagnosed with Rare Genetic Condition SMA Type 1
Jesy Nelson reveals her twin daughters have SMA Type 1, a rare genetic condition; she campaigns for newborn screening.
Disability Groups Revolt Against Ndis Reforms For Children
Disability groups criticise lack of consultation over NDIS reforms for children with autism and developmental delays.
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