Amy Dowden in Tears Over Cancer Test Setback
Strictly star Amy Dowden was left 'in floods of tears' after learning she needed further tests during her cancer journey, as she recalled on a podcast.
Category : Public Health
Mum's warning after daughter's E.coli death on beach holiday
Julie Maughan warns parents about E.coli risks after her daughter Heather, 8, died in 1999 following a swim at Dawlish Warren beach, where sewage was present.
German cancer survivors demand 'right to be forgotten' law
German politicians who survived cancer propose 'right to be forgotten' to end discrimination in loans, adoption, and insurance for the 5.5 million survivors.
Scrapping Foreign Doctors Scheme Will Hurt NHS
Abolishing the medical training initiative risks reversing progress in medical diplomacy and repeating earlier mistakes, says Dr Peter Trewby.
Whoop and Natural Cycles: free fertility tracking for members
Whoop partners with Natural Cycles to offer fertility tracking via wrist-worn device, with a free year of Natural Cycles for new members.
Methotrexate users warned as UK heat returns
UK MHRA reissues heat safety guidance for medicines, highlighting methotrexate sun sensitivity risk as temperatures rise again this week.
Myleene Klass reveals cancer scare after Wimbledon lump find
Myleene Klass found breast lumps at Wimbledon, had them checked, and received the all-clear after a tense wait. She urges women to check themselves.
Mental health conditions that may qualify for £748 PIP
PIP claimants could receive up to £748 monthly. The DWP lists over 500 conditions, including mental health disorders, that may qualify for support.
Myleene Klass reveals terrifying breast cancer scare after lump
Myleene Klass found two breast lumps during Wimbledon, leading to a 'terrifying' cancer scare. After tests, she was given the all clear and urges fans to check themselves.
Swimmer hospitalized with parasite after Hove swim
A woman spent a month in hospital with cryptosporidium after swimming in the sea at Hove, believing she swallowed contaminated seawater.
Contact lens mistake that could cause blindness
Showering with contact lenses can increase the risk of serious eye infections and even blindness, experts warn.
Brain cancer patient begs Andy Burnham for funding in tearful plea
Commonwealth Games swimmer Archie Goodburn, diagnosed with incurable brain tumour, tearfully begs PM for national brain cancer lead on BBC Breakfast.
Breast cancer screening misses 95% of at-risk women under 50
A new risk assessment tool identifies eight times more high-risk women under 50 than current NICE guidelines, which miss up to 95% of cases.
Swimmer hospitalized for a month after parasite infection
A woman was hospitalized for a month after contracting cryptosporidium, a parasite, following swims in the sea near Brighton during a heatwave, believing she swallowed contaminated seawater.
Cardiff food truck linked to festival food poisoning outbreak
A Cardiff-based food truck is under investigation after dozens fell ill at Truck Festival, with the stall shut down within 90 minutes of reports.
Two deaths linked to US cyclosporiasis outbreak
Two people in Michigan have died in a cyclosporiasis outbreak, with over 6,700 confirmed cases nationwide. The CDC links it to contaminated lettuce, but officials say the source is not fully identified.
Study Confirms 'Ozempic Hair' Side Effect of Weight Loss Jabs
A University of Pennsylvania study of 50,000 records finds GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic raise hair loss risk by 37-68%, with experts noting it's often temporary.
One in eight mums in England diagnosed with gestational diabetes
One in eight mums in England is diagnosed with gestational diabetes, a 60% rise in five years, with higher rates among ethnic minorities and deprived areas.
Beverley Callard 'nervous and anxious' as she struggles to sleep
Coronation Street legend Beverley Callard, 69, says she 'can't win' as she battles sleep and anxiety after finishing radiotherapy for early-stage cancer.
Cyclospora outbreak kills two in Michigan, officials say
Two people have died from cyclosporiasis in Michigan, marking the first US fatalities from the intestinal illness, with both having underlying health conditions.
Twice-Yearly Jab Could Transform High Blood Pressure Treatment
A twice-yearly injection for high blood pressure is being tested in a global trial of 11,000 people, offering hope for millions to ditch daily pills.
Plymouth named UK erectile dysfunction capital in new study
Plymouth is the UK's erectile dysfunction capital, recording 15.3 ED-related Google searches per 1,000 men each month, a new Dr SNA Clinic study shows.
Manchester blood donor appeal as stocks hit shortfall
NHS urges Manchester residents to book blood donation appointments at Plymouth Grove or Norfolk House centres after a significant shortfall in stocks.
Cyclospora warning after 67 UK holidaymakers hit
UK health chiefs have issued a travel warning after 67 cases of Cyclospora 'explosive diarrhoea' were recorded in holidaymakers returning from Mexico and US.
MHRA heat warning for inhaler, insulin and EpiPen users
Millions of UK patients on inhalers, insulin and EpiPens urged to follow MHRA essential advice as temperatures reach 33C in London this week.
Under-18s Can Legally Drink at Home or With a Pub Meal
In the UK, 16 and 17 year olds can legally drink beer, wine or cider with a meal in licensed premises, while five to 17 year olds may drink at home.
Woman in coma for 42 days after tick bite in Greece
A 51-year-old mother spent 42 days in an induced coma after a tick bite on holiday in Greece, and is now urging travellers to get vaccinated against TBE.
Health warning for Brits ahead of rare solar eclipse
Brits urged to use safe viewing methods for rare partial solar eclipse on Aug 12, which will obscure up to 94% of the Sun in parts of the UK and Ireland.
Father Saves Toddler's Life Two Weeks After First Aid Course
A father-of-two who had just completed a first aid refresher course jumped into a pond and saved a toddler's life at Bridgend's Bryngarw Country Park.
Fridge A4 paper test urged as UK heat alerts issued
UKHSA issues heat alerts for eight English regions from Monday morning, and Beko urges households to check fridge door seals with an A4 paper test.
Page 34 of 120