Woman's haunting scream before gouging out her own eyes
Kaylee Muthart lost her sight at 20 during a meth-induced psychosis. Eight years on, she shares her story of trauma, faith, and remarkable resilience. Read her journey.
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Super Recognisers: The 1% with a Genetic Gift
Discover if you are a super recogniser with a rare genetic ability for faces. Take the test and learn how this skill helps police and fights AI deepfakes.
Elton John's 15-Month Blindness Battle Revealed
Sir Elton John opens up about his devastating 15-month struggle with blindness after a severe eye infection. The music legend remains hopeful for a scientific breakthrough. Read his full story.
McCausland's blindness documentary rethinks AI
Comedian Chris McCausland's BBC documentary 'Seeing into the Future' explores how AI technologies are transforming lives for the visually impaired, challenging common scepticism.
Child blood pressure crisis as obesity rates soar
Global review reveals childhood hypertension has nearly doubled since 2000, with obesity identified as primary driver. Learn how to protect your child's health.
Childhood High Blood Pressure Cases Double Since 2000
Global study shows childhood hypertension has nearly doubled since 2000, now affecting 114 million children. Experts urge immediate action on obesity and lifestyle factors.
Judi Dench: Blindness stops me watching TV and stage work
Legendary actress Dame Judi Dench reveals her devastating struggle with blindness that's preventing her from watching television and forced her to abandon stage performances in emotional new interview.
30% of adults suffered childhood abuse in England & Wales
Groundbreaking ONS data exposes widespread childhood trauma affecting millions, with profound implications for public health and support services across Britain.
Women face more childhood abuse from authority figures
Groundbreaking research reveals disturbing gender disparity in childhood mistreatment, with women reporting significantly higher rates of abuse from trusted adults including teachers and family members.
Halloween Contact Lens Warning: Risk of Blindness
Leading ophthalmologist reveals how counterfeit Halloween contact lenses are causing permanent eye damage, with cases of corneal ulcers and blindness rising dramatically during spooky season.
Toddler's blindness: Parents' heartbreaking discovery
A family's world is turned upside down as they share the devastating moment they realised their toddler is losing his sight. This emotional journey reveals the early signs of childhood blindness that every parent should know.
Newt's Eye Regeneration Secret Unlocked by Scientists
Groundbreaking research reveals how a mysterious cellular 'potion' enables newts to regenerate their eyes, with revolutionary implications for human medicine and blindness treatment.
Mother's deathbed confession reveals blindness truth
A grieving daughter uncovers her mother's lifelong secret after a dramatic deathbed revelation about the mysterious condition that left her blind for years.
Harvey's heartbreaking plea: 'Why can't I have a friend?'
A mother's emotional account of her 11-year-old son Harvey's desperate search for friendship and the heartbreaking reality of childhood isolation affecting many families across the UK.
Brain implant restores sight to blind in UK breakthrough
Groundbreaking neurotechnology developed in the UK is enabling blind individuals to perceive visual information through a remarkable brain implant, transforming lives and challenging our understanding of sensory restoration.
Mariam Doumbia on life after Amadou & Mariam
In an emotional interview, Mariam Doumbia of legendary Malian duo Amadou & Mariam shares her journey through grief and how music continues to connect her to her late husband and musical partner.
Girl's 'growing pains' diagnosed as terminal cancer
Heartbreaking story of four-year-old Isla Weston, whose symptoms were dismissed as growing pains before devastating terminal cancer diagnosis that's left her family shattered.
Diamond artificial eye could restore sight to millions
Groundbreaking bionic eye containing millions of microscopic diamonds could revolutionise vision restoration for millions worldwide. British scientists develop unprecedented technology.
Electronic implant successfully restores sight to blind patients
Groundbreaking UK clinical trial reveals revolutionary electronic eye implant has successfully restored partial vision to patients blinded by retinal disease. The bionic device represents the most significant advancement in visual prosthetics in decades.
Revolutionary implant restores reading vision to blind
Groundbreaking neurostimulation device successfully enables blind patients to read text and recognise faces in pioneering UK clinical trial, offering new hope for millions with degenerative eye conditions.
Gene therapy restores sight to blind patients in UK trial
Groundbreaking NHS trial sees legally blind patients regain reading vision through innovative gene therapy treatment, offering new hope for millions with inherited eye conditions.
Common eye issue could be ruining your sleep
Groundbreaking research reveals how a widespread vision problem affects your ability to drive after dark and disrupts your natural sleep patterns. Experts explain the connection.
5 Warning Signs Your Eyesight Is Failing - Expert Reveals
Leading ophthalmologist warns about five subtle symptoms that could indicate serious eye conditions. Discover the early warning signs of vision loss and when to seek urgent medical attention.
Strictly's First Blind Contestant on Morning Blindness
Comedian Chris McCausland makes television history as Strictly Come Dancing's first visually impaired star, discussing his unique challenges and morning blindness on ITV's This Morning.
Woman, 20, blinded and paralysed by party drug
A young woman's life changed forever after taking a suspected party drug at a night out, leaving her blind and paralysed in a shocking case that highlights the dangers of recreational drugs.
Australian rocker's childhood photo goes viral
An Australian rock sensation has sent fans wild after sharing an adorable childhood photograph that reveals his musical destiny was written in the stars from an early age.
Margot Robbie's childhood ant farm chaos revealed
Hollywood superstar Margot Robbie reveals her most outrageous childhood moment - a chaotic ant farm experiment that brought insects crawling through her family home in a hilarious domestic disaster.
Pollution in childhood raises risk of blindness, study finds
Groundbreaking research from University College London links childhood exposure to air pollution to a significantly higher risk of developing irreversible vision loss in later life. Experts call for urgent action.
Baby Born Without Eyes in Ultra-Rare Genetic Condition
The parents of a baby girl born without eyes due to an incredibly rare genetic condition share their emotional journey and determination to give their daughter the best life possible.
NHS approves revolutionary sight-saving drug for rare condition
NHS England makes revolutionary treatment for Leber's Hereditary Optic Neuropathy available, offering hope to prevent blindness in young patients.
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