Two-minute smear test saved grandmother's life
Gayle Maxwell, 50, credits a routine cervical screening for saving her life after a fast-growing tumour was found. She urges others not to delay this vital check.
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Hospital water system blamed for girl's death
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde admits contaminated water likely caused fatal infection in 10-year-old Milly Main. Read the full investigation findings and political fallout.
NHS praised for 'iconic' Harry Styles smear test campaign
The NHS has been hailed for its clever social media campaign linking Harry Styles' new album to cervical screening reminders, sparking huge fan engagement and calls for a pay rise for the team.
Shirley Ballas shares update after hospital fall
Strictly Come Dancing judge Shirley Ballas reveals details of her accident and recovery plan. Get the latest health update and her message to fans.
NHS sexual safety charter fails as harassment rises
A flagship NHS charter to tackle sexual harassment has not improved safety for female staff, with reports of abuse rising sharply. Unions demand urgent action and better protection.
UK Scabies Outbreak: Cases Soar 44% in a Year
A severe scabies outbreak is gripping the UK, with cases up 44% in a year. Experts examine the causes, from treatment shortages to NHS delays, as sufferers describe the intense physical and mental toll.
Nurse wheelchair-bound after MRI scan dye poisoning
A Surrey nurse's life was shattered after a routine MRI scan with gadolinium contrast dye left her with severe toxicity. Clare Garrett, 45, is now fundraising for treatment. Read her story.
Conjoined twins open up about marriage and intimate life
Conjoined twins Carmen and Lupita Andrade discuss Carmen's marriage to Daniel McCormack, their shared life, and address intrusive questions about their private relationship. Discover their story.
Same-sex couple faces £21k NHS IVF bill for second child
A lesbian couple reveals the staggering £21,000 cost to conceive a second child, criticising 'heteronormative' NHS fertility policies that treat same-sex parents as an afterthought. Read their story.
Public Toilet Germs: The Real Risks and How to Stay Safe
A biology expert reveals the truth about germs in public toilets. Discover why hovering is bad for you and the simple hygiene steps that actually protect your health.
Simple Shower Change Can Reduce Eczema Flare-Ups
A leading dermatologist reveals how adjusting your shower temperature and routine can help manage eczema symptoms for millions in the UK this winter. Learn the expert tips.
Hospital water system linked to patient infections
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde accepts a probable causal link between the water system at a flagship hospital and patient infections, following a public inquiry. Read the latest developments.
Nurse faces sack after calling trans paedophile 'Mr'
Senior nurse Jennifer Melle could lose her job after being suspended for refusing to use a transgender patient's pronouns on faith grounds. Her disciplinary hearing is Tuesday.
Common carbs pose diabetes risk, Channel 4 doctor warns
A Channel 4 programme reveals how starchy carbs like pasta and bread can impact blood sugar like teaspoons of sugar, driving the UK's type 2 diabetes crisis. Discover the lifestyle changes reversing the condition.
Woman's 1979 Near-Death Experience Changed Her Reality
In 1979, 19-year-old Lura Ketchledge had a profound near-death experience after a horse accident. She describes a tunnel, meeting her grandfather, and a life review that forever altered her perception of existence. Read her incredible story.
Sepsis nightmare: Dad loses legs after 'cold' symptoms
Mathew Hicks from Aberdeenshire thought he had a cold. Weeks later, he woke without his legs after a brutal sepsis fight. Read his family's incredible story of survival.
NHS prescription charge divide in England sparks debate
As NHS prescriptions remain free in Scotland, Wales, and NI, thousands in England pay £9.90 per item. Experts warn of skipped medication and debt, calling for expanded eligibility.
Nurses win landmark case over NHS changing room policy
Seven NHS nurses win a landmark employment tribunal against their trust after objecting to sharing a female changing room with a transgender colleague. The ruling has major implications for single-sex spaces across the health service.
NHS Ambulances 15 Minutes Faster, Says Streeting
Ambulance response times for heart attacks in England are 15 minutes faster this winter, a life-saving improvement hailed by Health Secretary Wes Streeting. Read the full report.
NHS logged 237 'never event' errors in six months
Exclusive data reveals nearly 100 NHS patients had surgery on the wrong body part in six months. Discover the shocking details of these 'never events' and what it means for patient safety.
NHS admits dirty water likely infected child cancer patients
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde has conceded dirty water at Queen Elizabeth University Hospital likely caused infections in immunocompromised children. Families demand justice.
NHS admits water link to child infections at Glasgow hospital
Health bosses admit contaminated water at Glasgow's flagship £1bn hospital caused serious infections in young cancer patients, after six years of denials. Two children died and 84 fell ill.
Clarkson's Farm star on father's motor neurone disease fight
Clarkson's Farm favourite Charlie Ireland opens up about his father's death from motor neurone disease in 2011 and his mission to raise awareness and funds for the MND Association.
Patient missing for 44 hours from overcrowded Kent hospital
A 75-year-old man was found barely alive in a ditch after disappearing from a corridor at an overwhelmed Kent hospital, highlighting a crisis in NHS emergency care. Read the shocking full story.
Cough could signal serious health problems - when to see GP
Most coughs clear up, but a persistent one can warn of asthma, infections or worse. Learn the NHS 'red flag' symptoms and when to seek urgent medical help.
Patient found near death after vanishing from overcrowded NHS hospital
A 75-year-old man was found with hypothermia after disappearing from a Kent hospital so overwhelmed a Costa Coffee was used as a ward. Read the shocking story of NHS corridor care.
First Sarco Pod Death Triggers Police Investigation in Switzerland
The first use of a 3D-printed euthanasia capsule in Switzerland led to arrests and a police investigation. Inventor Philip Nitschke reveals new AI-powered 'Double Dutch' pod for couples.
Nurse quits over 'n***er' and 'half-caste' comments to student
A 70-year-old nurse educator resigned after an investigation into racially insensitive remarks made to a young Indigenous nursing student in Brisbane. Read the tribunal's full findings.
Science Explains Why Snorers Sleep Through Their Own Noise
An expert reveals why loud snorers don't wake themselves up, how the brain filters out the sound, and when snoring signals a serious health risk like sleep apnoea.
Woman with UK's 'largest breasts' on life with macromastia
Summer Robert, 28, from Glasgow, claims to have the UK's largest breasts due to macromastia. She reveals the challenges and how OnlyFans transformed her confidence. Read her full story.
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