Health authorities in Louisiana have confirmed the presence of the deadly Vibrio vulnificus bacteria in local waters, linked to five fatalities. Experts warn of severe risks from consuming raw shellfish and exposing wounds to warm seawater.
A seemingly healthy mother-of-two's legs suddenly failed, leading to a terrifying medical mystery and a rare diagnosis that changed her life forever.
Young jockey Tom Prebble faces a life-altering spinal injury with immense bravery after a horrific fall at Yarmouth Racecourse. Exclusive family update on his condition and recovery journey.
Exclusive investigation into the chilling 'Hat Man' phenomenon sweeping the UK and beyond. Victims report identical encounters with a shadowy hat-wearing figure - experts reveal the shocking truth behind these paranormal experiences.
A man is left paralysed from the neck down after a horrific incident on an Oregon train, where he became trapped in the doors and was dragged alongside the moving carriage. Shocking new details emerge.
A UK teenager's life changed forever after waking up paralysed from the chest down. This is the shocking story of a rare condition that struck without warning.
A young, healthy father from the UK reveals his life was shattered by a catastrophic stroke he initially mistook for a migraine, leaving him fighting for recovery and a new normal.
Exclusive: A healthy father's persistent cough was tragically misdiagnosed, leading to rapid paralysis and his untimely death. Shocking hospital failings revealed in a devastating case that highlights critical NHS pressures.
In an awe-inspiring tale of resilience, father-of-two Chris Barr from Ayrshire defies medical odds, learning to walk again after a catastrophic accident left him paralysed from the neck down. Discover his incredible journey of recovery and the power of un
A 12-year-old girl left paralysed after a horrific ski lift incident at Winter Park Resort, Colorado, has been awarded a landmark £30 million settlement. The resort has agreed to sweeping safety reforms following the catastrophic failure.
A tragic car accident leaves a young Wyoming boy paralysed, sparking a heart-wrenching family crisis and a complex legal struggle over his future care and custody.
Groundbreaking research from the University of Bath uses EEG to translate thoughts into text, promising a revolution in communication for paralysis and stroke patients.
A British father's luxury holiday turned into a nightmare after a stomach bug left him paralysed from the neck down. This shocking case highlights the hidden dangers travellers can face.
A groundbreaking antibiotic, gepotidacin, has been approved for use on the NHS, promising a powerful new weapon against drug-resistant urinary tract infections and potentially saving thousands of hospitalisations.
A British grandmother's dream holiday in Turkey turns into a medical nightmare after a fall leaves her facing complete paralysis. Trapped in a foreign hospital with a severed spinal cord, her family launches a desperate fundraising campaign to bring her h
A young man's life is turned upside down after waking up completely paralysed with no medical explanation. Doctors at Northwick Park Hospital are stumped by the rare case, sparking a frantic search for answers and a desperate fundraising campaign for spec
Exclusive: A catastrophic water shortage in Gaza, exacerbated by Israeli restrictions, is triggering a deadly outbreak of acute flaccid paralysis. Aid agencies warn of a spiralling humanitarian disaster as fuel and clean water supplies run critically low.
US health officials confirm the first fatal human case of a horrific flesh-eating screwworm parasite, a deadly insect not seen in the country for decades. Learn the symptoms and risks.
The World Health Organization reports a sharp rise in acute flaccid paralysis cases in Gaza, linking the outbreak to a severe public health emergency caused by contaminated water and collapsing sanitation.
UK health officials issue a critical safety alert for the type 2 diabetes drug Mounjaro (tirzepatide), linking it to severe stomach paralysis and intestinal blockages. Patients are urged to recognise the warning signs.
Billionaires Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg are investing in groundbreaking brain-computer interface technology that could restore mobility and transform human capabilities. Discover the medical revolution underway.
Leading UK surgeons are urging the public to avoid popping pimples within a perilous 'danger triangle' on the face, warning it could lead to life-threatening brain infections, cavernous sinus thrombosis, and even meningitis.
A father was left paralysed after a devastating fall in the shower, with his family blaming NHS delays for his catastrophic injuries. Read the shocking details of his ordeal.
Learn about MRSA, a dangerous antibiotic-resistant infection, its symptoms, how it spreads, and ways to prevent it.
A mother shares her terrifying ordeal after suddenly losing control of her facial muscles, leading to a rare Bell's Palsy diagnosis. Doctors warn about the urgent signs to watch for.
Shocking new research reveals a dangerous surge in deaths linked to urinary tract infections (UTIs), with experts warning of overlooked risks and delayed treatments.
A mother shares her terrifying experience after routine shoulder pain led to sudden paralysis, exposing gaps in NHS emergency care.
A rare bacterial strain, initially found in a Michigan dog, has now been detected in honeybees, raising concerns over potential risks to pollinators and ecosystems.
A tragic death from Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS) in New York has raised concerns over the rare but fatal bacterial infection, prompting urgent health warnings.