Mum and Stillborn Baby Might Have Survived with Earlier MRI
A 41-year-old mother died days after an emergency C-section that delivered her stillborn daughter. An inquest heard both might have survived if an MRI scan had been performed sooner.
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Eight Ways to Lower Your Dementia Risk
New research links menopause to brain changes, but experts reveal lifestyle factors we can control to reduce dementia risk by up to 45% through heart health, mental stimulation, and social connection.
Delayed MRI Scan Contributed to Mother and Baby's Deaths
A coroner has found that missed opportunities to diagnose a bowel obstruction contributed to the deaths of Tammy Mackenzie and her stillborn daughter at Heartlands Hospital in Birmingham.
Teen's Cancer Death Spurs Legal Fight Over NHS Age Referrals
The family of Isla Sneddon, who died at 17 after breast cancer diagnosis delays, campaign for Isla's Law to equalise paediatric and adult referral wait times.
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11-Minute Daily Walk Slashes Heart Disease and Cancer Risk
New research from Cambridge University shows that just 75 minutes of moderate activity weekly, equivalent to an 11-minute brisk daily walk, significantly reduces cardiovascular disease and cancer risks.
Australia Delays $2bn Autism Scheme for Hospital Funding Deal
The Albanese government offers to push back the Thriving Kids autism program to October, aiming to finalise a major hospitals and disability funding agreement with states.
Six Signs You Might Need Varifocal Glasses
Expert optometrists reveal six common signs that suggest varifocal lenses could improve your daily life, from struggling with small print to constant glasses switching.
PIP Review to Consider Lived Experiences of Arthritis Patients
The Department for Work and Pensions has provided an update on the Timms Review of Personal Independence Payment, confirming that lived experiences of people with arthritis and musculoskeletal conditions will be central to the process.
Bruce Willis Unaware of Dementia Diagnosis Says Wife
Emma Heming Willis reveals Bruce Willis doesn't know he has frontotemporal dementia due to anosognosia, calling it a 'blessing' in a new podcast interview.
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57 Health Conditions That Qualify for £110 Weekly DWP Benefit
The Department for Work and Pensions has published a list of 57 health conditions that may qualify individuals over State Pension age for up to £110 per week in Attendance Allowance.
Menopause and the 3am Wake-Up Call for UK Women
Millions of women in their 40s and 50s are waking at 3am due to hormonal changes during menopause. Experts explain the science and offer strategies for better sleep.
Frequent Urination: A Warning Sign for Type 1 Diabetes
Needing the toilet more often, especially at night, is a lesser-known but crucial symptom of type 1 diabetes that requires immediate medical attention to prevent serious complications.
Mum Loses Leg to Flesh-Eating Disease After Cold
A mother's initial cold symptoms escalated into a life-threatening flesh-eating infection, leading to multiple amputations and a long journey of recovery with a prosthetic limb.
Scabies Surge in UK: Misdiagnosed and Hard to Treat
A significant rise in scabies cases across the UK is causing concern as doctors report frequent misdiagnosis and treatment resistance, with outbreaks in care homes and universities.
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Nottingham Dad's Falls Led to Rare Brain Tumour Diagnosis
Shane Crommer, 35, initially dismissed exhaustion and blurred vision as needing new glasses before discovering a rare diffuse midline glioma through a CT scan after falling while lifting his son.
Fatigue Could Signal Undiagnosed Hearing Loss
New research reveals that persistent tiredness may be an early warning sign of hearing loss, with millions in the UK waiting years for diagnosis.
Indian Orange 'Shot' Eases Cold Symptoms Naturally
A simple homemade remedy blending turmeric, honey, black pepper and orange juice provides natural relief from winter cold symptoms, with ingredients costing under £3.50.
Diana Moran Reveals 16-Year Brain Tumour Battle
BBC Breakfast legend Diana Moran, the iconic Green Goddess, has disclosed her 16-year struggle with a brain tumour after surviving breast and skin cancer.
NHS 4-7-8 Breathing Method for Sleep and Anxiety Relief
The NHS promotes a simple breathing technique to ease bedtime worries and improve sleep quality, offering a practical solution for those experiencing anxiety or the 'Sunday scaries'.
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Parents Fight for Isla's Law After Teen's Cancer Death
Mark and Michelle Sneddon are campaigning to change paediatric cancer referral rules after their daughter Isla died at 17, believing age-based downgrades delayed her diagnosis.
Hand Grip Test May Spot Early Dementia Risk, Says Neurologist
A leading neurologist explains how a quick hand grip strength test at home could provide early warning signs of dementia risk, backed by major UK Biobank research.
Night Owls' Heart Risk: 16% Higher, But Fixable
A major study reveals night owls have poorer cardiovascular health, but researchers emphasise simple lifestyle adjustments can mitigate these risks effectively.
GP's Warning: 7 Health Risks of Poor Posture for Desk Workers
An NHS GP highlights seven serious health conditions, including chronic pain and digestive issues, linked to poor posture among desk-based workers and offers corrective advice.
Vitamin D Warning for UK Parents Over Child Bone Health
Millions of UK children have insufficient vitamin D levels, risking bone conditions like rickets. Health officials urge parents to recognise symptoms and follow supplementation guidelines.
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Calum Best's Warning Over Mum's Late Cancer Find
TV personality Calum Best reveals his mother Angie's colon cancer was diagnosed late after she initially sought alternative treatment instead of medical help.
Alison Hammond Reverses Prediabetes After 11 Stone Loss
This Morning presenter Alison Hammond reveals she has reversed her prediabetic condition after losing 11 stone through diet and exercise changes.
Martin Lewis: NHS 'Season Ticket' Saves £40+ Annually
Money Saving Expert analysis shows 881,000 patients in England overpaid for prescriptions, missing average savings of £41 each through NHS prepayment certificates.
Coroner Warning After Undiagnosed Brain Tumour Tragedy
A coroner has issued a prevention of future deaths report after Sarah Heaver took her own life following hospital discharge where doctors missed her brain tumour.
India Contains Nipah Outbreak, Asian Nations Boost Screenings
Indian health authorities confirm containment of a Nipah virus outbreak in West Bengal, while Thailand, Indonesia, Myanmar, Vietnam and China implement enhanced airport and border health screenings for travellers from India.
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Cold Symptoms Led to Leg Loss from Flesh-Eating Disease
A woman who mistook a cold for a minor illness ended up losing her leg to necrotising fasciitis, a rare flesh-eating infection, and now embraces life with a prosthetic.
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