Father dies weeks after MND diagnosis
Dave Chalmers, 55, passed away in January 2026, a devastating seven weeks after being diagnosed with motor neurone disease. His family shares their heartbreak and his courageous fight. Read his full story.
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Experts Demand Urgent Dementia Prevention Strategy
Leading UK scientists issue 56 urgent recommendations to overhaul dementia prevention, targeting hearing loss and blood pressure. They call for a clear public health plan to curb the UK's leading cause of death.
Critic: Hygiene rules 'don't apply' to top restaurants
Food critic Giles Coren says health and safety rules need to modernise after Ynyshir, a £500-a-head Michelin-starred restaurant, received a one-star hygiene rating. Read the industry debate.
Bodybuilders risk death from synthol injections
The dangerous world of synthol injections is exposed as bodybuilders face amputations and death. Read the shocking stories behind the extreme muscle growth.
Vine Urges Starmer to Ban Cousin Marriage, Citing NHS Burden
Daily Mail columnist Sarah Vine argues first-cousin marriage is 'not good for anyone' and costs the NHS millions. She urges PM Keir Starmer to back a ban. Read the full debate.
NHS: 'Walk Like a Penguin' to Avoid Winter Falls
The NHS recommends adopting a penguin-like walk to navigate icy, snowy, and leafy hazards this winter. Learn the simple steps to stay safe and avoid adding to the seasonal injury toll.
Doctor's warning over 'sunburn in your stomach' symptoms
NHS doctor and Traitors star Dr Kasim Ahmed details the signs of painful gastritis, its causes like H. pylori, and foods to avoid or try for relief. Learn when to see your GP.
Bethenny Frankel: Hotel Towels Caused Face Infection
Reality star Bethenny Frankel cut her St. Barts holiday short after contracting a bacterial infection from hotel towels. She vows never to use hotel linens again. Discover her health warning.
Fatal Tropical Disease Hits California Homeless Camps
A rare bacterial disease, leptospirosis, has been detected in a Berkeley homeless encampment, prompting a public health crisis and evacuation orders. Learn about the risks and the ongoing legal battle.
Woman defies Alzheimer's prognosis, finds love and marriage
Anita Goundry-Smith, diagnosed with Alzheimer's at 51 and given four years to live, found love with Gary and married him. Their story challenges perceptions of life with dementia. Read their inspiring journey.
Judgment due in nurses' transgender changing room case
A tribunal will rule on a case where eight nurses claim indirect discrimination after a transgender colleague used female facilities. Follow for the latest UK employment law updates.
Ex-NHS Chief Awarded £1.4m for Unfair Dismissal
Former Countess of Chester NHS Trust CEO Dr Susan Gilby wins a £1.4 million payout after an employment tribunal ruled her dismissal was unfair. Read the full story.
Ex-NHS chief wins £1.4m payout after unfair dismissal
A former NHS chief executive has been awarded £1.4 million after an employment tribunal ruled she was unfairly dismissed for raising bullying concerns. Read the full story.
Badenoch Backs Nurse in Single-Sex Spaces Tribunal Fight
Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch meets NHS Fife nurse Sandie Peggie, condemning 'bureaucratic oppression' and backing her legal fight over single-sex spaces. Read the latest.
Trump Unveils Healthcare Plan to Replace Obamacare Subsidies
Donald Trump has unveiled a healthcare proposal aiming to replace expired Obamacare subsidies with direct payments. The plan targets premium cuts and stricter drug pricing rules. Read the full details and potential impact.
NHS secretly caps ADHD assessments to save money
Exclusive: Over half of NHS boards limit ADHD assessments without telling GPs or patients, as waiting times soar. Discover the hidden rationing affecting thousands.
NHS pays £1.4m to boss bullied out of Lucy Letby hospital
A former NHS chief executive forced out of the scandal-hit Countess of Chester Hospital has won a £1.4m payout. Dr Susan Gilby was bullied after prioritising patient safety over cuts.
Badenoch: Nurse 'has been through hell' in gender row
Tory leader Kemi Badenoch meets nurse Sandie Peggie, demands UK government publish updated gender guidance following Supreme Court ruling. Read the latest.
Jesy Nelson's fiance brands lack of NHS SMA test 'indefensible'
Jesy Nelson's fiance Zion Foster shares a heartbreaking poem for their twin daughters with SMA. He condemns the lack of NHS newborn screening, a delay that could last until 2031. Join the campaign for change.
Kaiser pays $556M to settle Medicare fraud lawsuit
Kaiser Permanente affiliates settle for $556 million over allegations of Medicare fraud and pressuring doctors to falsify diagnoses. Read the full story.
NHS Doctor Arrested for Alleged Hamas Support
A suspended NHS doctor has been arrested for the fourth time, accused of expressing support for Hamas online. Read the full details of the case and her controversial social media history.
NHS issues warning over AI-generated fake doctor videos
Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust warns of fraudulent AI videos showing fake doctors endorsing weight loss patches. Learn how to spot misinformation and protect your health.
Brazilian Bodybuilder Arlindo de Souza Dies Aged 55
Arlindo 'Popeye' de Souza, the bodybuilder known for extreme arm injections, has died from renal failure complications in Recife. Read the full story.
NHS waiting list falls to lowest level in almost 3 years
NHS England data reveals the waiting list for planned hospital treatment has fallen to 7.31 million, its lowest since February 2023. Health Secretary Wes Streeting hails progress, but A&E 12-hour waits hit a record high amid winter pressures.
Jesy Nelson's fiance calls twins 'little warriors' after SMA news
Zion Foster pens emotional poem for twin daughters with SMA1. The former Little Mix star campaigns for newborn screening as Scotland announces changes. Read the full story.
Why Marathon Runners Often Sprint to the Toilet
Up to 96% of endurance runners experience 'runner's trots'. Discover the causes, from blood flow shifts to nutrition, and expert tips for prevention from a University of Bristol lecturer.
NHS waiting list sees biggest fall in 15 years
The NHS backlog in England fell by 86,000 in November, the largest drop outside the pandemic in 15 years. Health Secretary Wes Streeting hails progress but A&E 'corridor care' crisis persists.
Nurses fight Trump admin loan cap threatening healthcare
US nurses push back as Trump's Education Dept excludes nursing from 'professional' degree status, capping graduate loans. They warn it threatens patient care and the future of the profession.
Experts warn over unregulated ChatGPT Health launch
Medical experts caution that OpenAI's ChatGPT Health, now launching in Australia, poses risks as users may take its advice at face value without proper safety guardrails or regulation. Learn the concerns.
Norovirus cases soar 57%, NHS trusts declare critical incidents
NHS hospitals battle a severe winter surge in norovirus, flu, and viruses. Critical incidents declared as bed occupancy hits a winter high and A&E waits stretch for days. Read the full report.
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