Category : Public Health


Dad with months to live creates memories for daughter

Craig Dunn, 35, from South Shields, has been given up to 12 months to live after his brain tumour returned and spread to his spine. He is creating videos and birthday cards for his three-year-old daughter Serena.

Teen Opens Up About Mum's Devastating Stroke Paralysis

Nathan Kennedy, 19, from Sunderland, shares the devastating impact of his mother Julie's stroke in 2018, which left her paralysed and unable to walk. He will run a 100-mile ultramarathon to raise awareness and funds for the Stroke Association.

Woman Mistook Melanoma for Rucksack Rash

Kate Howson, 32, dismissed an itchy mole on her back as rucksack irritation while backpacking, but it was melanoma. It progressed to stage 3, and fertility issues emerged before treatment.

Mum Unable to Speak After Missed Brain Haemorrhage

Delores Bart, 56, from Wolverhampton, suffered a brain haemorrhage overlooked by medics. After multiple visits, she collapsed and was airlifted for surgery. Now unable to speak or move her right side, she requires 24/7 care from her son.

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