Mum's warning after baby's rash turned out to be cancer
Lauren Banham urged parents to trust their instincts after her baby Nellie's swollen tummy and rash were the first signs of stage 4 neuroblastoma. Nellie died aged 14 months.
Category : Public Health
Congo Ebola Outbreak Deadliest Ever with 2,325 Deaths
Congo's Ebola outbreak has become the deadliest in its history, with 2,325 deaths among 4,945 cases, according to government data.
Motsi Mabuse Health Warning Led to Lifestyle Changes
Strictly judge Motsi Mabuse was warned by doctors to make changes after a health assessment showed inflammation and high cortisol, fearing type 2 diabetes risk.
Motsi Mabuse health routine ahead of Strictly return
Strictly judge Motsi Mabuse, 45, has started a health routine ahead of the show's return, focusing on giving back to her body amid perimenopause symptoms.
Check two words on frozen prawn packs to avoid norovirus
Shoppers must check for "raw" or "cooked" on frozen prawn packaging, as some raw varieties look pink and can cause norovirus if eaten uncooked.
Schools Reporting Violent Kids Face 'Closed Doors'
Schools reporting children obsessed with violence face 'closed doors and dead ends', warns Children's Commissioner Rachel de Souza, urging a new national database and stronger safeguarding for those with no clear ideology.
Choking deaths blamed on bystanders lacking first aid skills
Around 300 people die in England each year from choking, St John Ambulance says, as a poll shows less than half know how to help. The charity urges people to learn first aid this September.
Free Bus Travel for Disabled Extended Across England
Disabled passengers in England will get free bus travel all day from April, as Andy Burnham lifts time restrictions on concessionary passes to ease cost of living.
Severe intellectual disability cuts life expectancy by 24 years
People with severe intellectual disabilities die 24 years younger on average, with 40% of deaths avoidable. Ethnic minorities face a further 14-year gap.
Hepatitis A outbreak in Barry: 11 cases, vaccines offered
An outbreak of Hepatitis A in Barry, Wales, has seen 11 confirmed cases since December 2025. Free vaccines are offered for children under five at Barry Hospital from August 18-22, 2026.
Free hepatitis A vaccines for Barry children as outbreak continues
Free NHS hepatitis A vaccinations for children aged one to five in Barry start Tuesday as 11 cases confirmed since December 2025. Officials urge uptake to break chain of infection.
Post-Sex Headaches: 'Excruciating' Side Effect for Some Women
Some women experience severe, even 'explosive' headaches triggered by orgasm. Experts explain causes, from blood pressure and hormones to sex positions, and when to seek urgent medical help.
Rocker Jordan Brunoli in 'final chapter of life' at 29
Australian rocker Jordan Brunoli, 29, of Brisbane band Bugs, says he is in the 'final chapter of life' after stage 4 bowel cancer spread despite treatments.
Ebola outbreak in DRC on track to be deadliest ever, experts warn
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo is on track to be the deadliest ever, with at least 4,900 cases and 2,300 deaths, and a mortality rate close to 50%.
Merseyside doctors 'at brink of burnout' in funding dispute
The BMA warns staff shortages in Merseyside and Cheshire hospitals are a 'catastrophe waiting to happen' as doctors enter a formal dispute over funding cuts that they say put patients at risk.
MS drug that helps patients walk now available on NHS
Fampridine, a drug that helps MS patients walk, is now available on the NHS in England. Patients who spent thousands privately share their stories.
Wales dementia strategy: a huge opportunity to transform lives
Alzheimer’s Society urges Welsh Government to set bold vision for dementia strategy, citing 51,000 living with dementia, costs of £2.3bn annually, and cross-party support.
Prostate Cancer UK urges men to take 30-second risk test
Prostate Cancer UK urges men to take a 30-second online quiz to check their risk of prostate cancer, the most common cancer in men. Early detection is crucial.
Ebola outbreak becomes DR Congo's deadliest on record
More than 2,300 people have died as the world’s fastest-growing Ebola outbreak became the Democratic Republic of Congo's deadliest on record.
Six lifestyle changes 'can add 14 years to life': scientist
Dr Federica Amati says six simple lifestyle changes could add up to 14 years to life, citing Harvard research on 123,000 people.
Quarter of GP referrals rejected, raising cancer delay fears
A poll finds around 26% of GP referrals are returned unsolicited, with doctors warning of delays for patients with red-flag cancer symptoms.
Students urged to get MenB vaccine before university
New university students are warned about meningitis, a rare but serious illness that can kill within 24 hours. The MenB vaccine is urged before term starts.
Lanarkshire stroke care improves but still misses national target
Lanarkshire stroke care improved in 2025, but 49.3% of patients received the inpatient bundle, far below Scotland's 80% target. CHSS urges more investment.
NHS confirms 9 red flag RSV symptoms ahead of September vaccine
The NHS has confirmed nine red flag symptoms of RSV in older adults ahead of a major vaccine rollout from September for those aged 65-74 in clinical risk groups.
High blood pressure headache sign and how to stop it
Around one in three UK adults have high blood pressure, often with no symptoms, but a pounding headache can be a warning sign. The NHS advises rest, hydration, and checking blood pressure.
Jen Beattie thanks teammates for support during cancer battle
Former Arsenal star Jen Beattie has praised her teammates for their support during her breast cancer journey, saying she 'never felt alone' and that her experience led to lasting change among players.
Doctor explains 'gym penis': causes, duration, recovery
A doctor explains 'gym penis' – a temporary shrinkage after workouts. It's due to blood flow prioritization and temperature changes. Recovery is natural; seek help for pain or discoloration.
Lincoln crew's 260-day deployment under Trump's Iran war
More than 5,000 sailors and Marines aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln have spent 260 consecutive days at sea, a record, after being redirected to the Middle East for Trump's Iran war.
Neighbour smoking: your legal rights and options explained
If a neighbour's smoking affects you, legal expert Markus Lindblad explains your rights, including complaining to the council as a statutory nuisance and possible fines.
Geordie Shore star's father died of bowel cancer after GP dismissed symptoms
Zahida Allen's father, Anhar Miah, died at 62 from bowel cancer after repeated GP visits ended with laxatives, not tests. She urges people not to be embarrassed about symptoms.
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