NHS blood test blunder wrongly diagnoses diabetes
Exclusive investigation reveals hundreds of patients may have been misdiagnosed with diabetes due to faulty blood tests, sparking a major NHS review and patient safety alerts.
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TikTok viewers spot woman's cancer in viral video
A young woman's life was potentially saved by the TikTok community after eagle-eyed viewers spotted a suspicious lump on her neck in a viral video, prompting her to seek a medical diagnosis that revealed thyroid cancer.
Edinburgh Hospital Lockdown After Chemical Incident
A major emergency response is underway at Edinburgh's Royal Infirmary after a suspected chemical incident. Patients and staff were evacuated as specialist hazardous area teams rushed to the scene. Get the latest updates on this developing story.
Women's Heart Attack & Stroke Symptoms: A Silent Threat
Groundbreaking research reveals women often experience subtle, non-traditional symptoms for strokes and heart attacks, leading to critical delays in life-saving treatment. Experts warn of an urgent need for greater awareness.
Sheinelle Jones Reveals Husband's Near-Fatal Health Scare
NBC's Sheinelle Jones shares the harrowing story of her husband's brush with death from a pulmonary embolism, urging awareness of silent killer symptoms.
"Pulled Muscle" Was Actually Deadly Sepsis: Mum's Warning
A mother's routine doctor's visit for a 'pulled muscle' turned into a life-threatening sepsis nightmare. Read her harrowing story and learn the crucial signs that everyone must know to avoid a similar misdiagnosis.
Terminally ill woman dies after 12-hour ambulance wait
A terminally ill cancer patient died after waiting 12 hours for an ambulance in Greater Manchester, with her daughter screaming 'Why are you letting her die?' in a harrowing 999 call.
NHS Staff Flu Vaccination Rates Plummet in England
Exclusive NHS data reveals a sharp decline in frontline healthcare workers receiving the flu jab in England, raising serious concerns over patient safety and winter preparedness.
NHS wrongly diagnosed thousands with bowel cancer as IBS
An NHS patient safety review uncovers a devastating failure as thousands of bowel cancer cases are misdiagnosed as IBS, leading to catastrophic delays in treatment and preventable deaths.
Urgent NHS Measles Warning For Parents - Check Vaccines Now
Parents across the UK are urged to check their children's MMR vaccination status immediately as the NHS launches an emergency drive to curb a dangerous measles outbreak. Health officials warn of serious complications as cases surge.
NHS Alert: 1.4M Women Miss Vital Cancer Checks
An urgent NHS warning reveals nearly 1.4 million women in England have missed vital cervical screenings, drastically increasing their risk of cervical cancer. Health chiefs are urging immediate action.
NHS Worker's 4st Loss With 'Dangerous' Mounjaro Hack
An NHS administrator reveals how she lost four stone using a controversial cost-cutting method to obtain diabetes drug Mounjaro for weight loss, as doctors issue serious safety warnings.
British teen could become first millennial saint after Vatican approval
Alexia González-Barros, a Spanish-born British teenager who died in 1985, moves closer to sainthood as the Vatican approves a second miracle attributed to her, sparking global devotion.
Supermarket Sandwich Recall Over Deadly E. coli Contamination
Major UK supermarkets pull sandwiches and wraps amid dangerous E. coli outbreak linked to pre-packaged foods. Public Health England issues urgent safety warning.
Brit lawyer dies in front of husband on Greek holiday
A British lawyer's dream holiday in Greece turns to tragedy as she suffers a fatal heart attack in front of her husband on a cruise ship, just hours after arriving.
Mum fined by council while rushing dying son to hospital
A devastated mother tells how she was slapped with a £60 penalty while racing her critically ill toddler to A&E. The council has now cancelled the fine after a public outcry.
NHS Emergency: 55,000 Blood Donors Urgently Needed
The NHS faces a critical blood shortage, urgently requiring 55,000 new donors to meet rising demand for O negative and Ro sub-type blood. Health officials warn of potential cancellations for vital surgeries without immediate action.
Mum's UTI turned into life-threatening sepsis
A young mother's chilling account of how a simple UTI rapidly spiralled into life-threatening sepsis. Her story is a vital warning about the hidden dangers of common infections.
Doctors dismissed UTI symptoms. Now I have incurable cancer
A young mother's persistent UTI symptoms were repeatedly dismissed by doctors. Years later, she received a devastating stage 4 terminal cancer diagnosis, revealing a tragic medical oversight.
Dr Amir Khan's bowel cancer symptom warning
ITV's Dr Amir Khan reveals the subtle yet persistent symptom that led to his bowel cancer diagnosis, urging the public not to ignore similar signs in a vital health warning.
NHS to Offer 'Game-Changer' Mounjaro Weight Loss Jab
The NHS in England is set to provide the highly effective Mounjaro (tirzepatide) weight-loss injection, hailed as a major breakthrough in fighting obesity and related diseases like type 2 diabetes.
NHS Trust Admits Failings After Grandmother's Tragic Death
Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust apologises for 'unacceptable' care failures after Valerie Kneale, 75, died from pneumonia just days after being sent home from A&E with paracetamol.
NHS Mounjaro Postcode Lottery Exposed
Shocking new data reveals a stark postcode lottery for the diabetes and weight loss drug Mounjaro (tirzepatide) in England, with patients in some areas almost completely unable to access it on the NHS despite being eligible.
Stop Toilet Scrolling - Doctors Warn of Health Risks
A troubling new health trend is emerging as doctors link prolonged toilet scrolling on smartphones to a sharp rise in painful haemorrhoids and other bowel issues. Experts reveal why this modern habit is damaging your health.
30-Minute Daily Walk Eases Chronic Back Pain & Arthritis
Groundbreaking research from the University of Southern Denmark shows a simple 30-minute daily walk can significantly reduce pain and improve quality of life for millions suffering from chronic back pain and arthritis.
NHS postcode lottery denies diabetic children life-saving tech
Families across England face a devastating postcode lottery as NHS refuses to fund essential glucose monitors for children with Type 1 diabetes, forcing desperate parents to crowdfund for basic medical care.
NHS Expands 'Game-Changer' Weight Loss Jab Rollout
The NHS is dramatically expanding the availability of prescription weight-loss injections, hailed as a 'game-changer' in treating obesity. This major rollout could benefit hundreds of thousands more patients across England.
Martha's Rule: Thousands Call NHS Second Opinion Hotline
Exclusive: The groundbreaking NHS patient safety initiative, Martha's Rule, has been flooded with thousands of desperate calls to its 24/7 hotline, empowering families and saving lives by granting rapid second medical opinions.
NHS to roll out 'game-changer' Mounjaro drug
The NHS in England is set to provide the weight-loss drug Mounjaro (tirzepatide) to thousands, following a landmark deal that could save millions and free up GP capacity.
Phone Use On Loo Linked To Sharp Rise In Piles, Warn Surgeons
UK surgeons issue a stark health warning as new research reveals a direct connection between prolonged smartphone use on the toilet and a sharp increase in painful haemorrhoids, particularly among young adults.
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