Elderly Man Drowns at Melbourne's Hampton Beach
A 77-year-old man has tragically drowned at Hampton Beach in Melbourne's south, with emergency services unable to revive him after he was pulled from the water unresponsive.
Category : Health
NHS Bowel Cancer Test Saved Personal Trainer's Life
A personal trainer shares how a simple NHS bowel screening test detected his early-stage cancer, despite feeling fit and healthy, highlighting the importance of the free postal kit.
Thyroid Disorder Linked to Psychopathy in New Research
New psychological research reveals a surprising connection between hyperthyroidism and elevated levels of psychopathy, Machiavellianism, and sadism in individuals, particularly affecting women.
NHS Lists 12 Symptoms of Incurable Crohn's Disease
The NHS highlights 12 symptoms of Crohn's disease, a lifelong condition with no cure, including painful red skin patches typically on legs, urging GP visits for diagnosis.
Mother's CPR Training Saves Son, Shows Need for First Aid
A Manchester maths teacher used CPR skills from a community course to save her infant son's life, underscoring the critical importance of widespread first aid training as survival rates remain low.
Nurse's '9pm Rule' for Faster Weight Loss Revealed
A nurse practitioner explains how adjusting bedtime to achieve 8-10 hours of sleep can accelerate weight loss by regulating appetite and hormones.
UPFs Engineered Like Cigarettes, Study Finds
New research reveals ultra-processed foods share alarming similarities with tobacco products, both engineered for addiction and linked to preventable diseases.
Brandreth on Grandson's Cancer: 'A Shock to System'
TV personality Gyles Brandreth opens up about his grandson Kitt's rare cancer diagnosis at 15 months old, treatment at Great Ormond Street Hospital, and his support for GOSH Charity's new cancer centre appeal.
Lisa Snowdon's LED Face Mask Tailors to Your Skin
This Morning presenter Lisa Snowdon partners with Correxiko to launch a £399 LED light therapy mask with four wavelengths for personalised anti-ageing treatments.
NHS Pharmacy Crisis: Medication Shortages Worsen
Pharmacies across the UK face critical shortages of blood pressure medications and aspirin due to NHS underfunding and supply issues, threatening patient care.
£10m Travel Fund for Young Cancer Patients' Families
Families of children and young people undergoing cancer treatment will receive financial support for travel costs under a new government scheme, ending years of financial hardship.
Long-Term Laxative Risks and Safer Alternatives
Exploring the dangers of chronic laxative use, including electrolyte imbalances and mental health links, with expert advice on dietary changes and medical guidance.
Chia Seeds Challenge: TikTok Trend's Hidden Health Dangers
Experts warn that the viral TikTok 'chia seeds challenge' for weight loss can lead to choking, digestive blockages, and severe discomfort, urging caution amid growing popularity.
Neurologist's Warning on Night-Time Headaches
A headache specialist explains hypnic headaches, a rare condition that wakes people at night, and advises when to consult a GP for proper diagnosis and treatment.
BBC apologises after 'dangerous' pregnancy advice on air
BBC Morning Live presenters issued an on-air correction after a charity warned their suggestion for pregnant women to use stethoscopes at home was 'dangerous' and potentially misleading.
Shigella Outbreak in Cape Verde: Four Brits Die
Four British holidaymakers have died from gastric illness in Cape Verde amid a Shigella outbreak. UKHSA investigates 137 UK cases, with 109 linked to the islands. Doctor's advice on prevention.
Roman Vial Shows Human Faeces Used as Medicine
Archaeologists discover a 1,900-year-old Roman vial containing human faeces and thyme, providing first physical evidence of ancient faecal-based medical treatments.
Celtic Curse Genetic Hotspots Mapped in UK and Ireland
Scientists from the University of Edinburgh have mapped haemochromatosis prevalence, revealing highest risks in northwest Ireland and the Outer Hebrides, with calls for genetic screening.
Girl, 7, Hospitalised After Weight Loss Drug Injection
A seven-year-old girl was left 'lifeless' in hospital after injecting herself with her mother's GLP-1 weight loss medication, mistaking it for stomach pain relief.
Millie Mackintosh's Wellness Retreat After Split
Made In Chelsea star Millie Mackintosh is at a luxury Indian wellness retreat following her separation from Hugo Taylor after seven years of marriage.
Nurse Blind in One Eye After Contact Lens Bacteria
A nurse from Romford shares her terrifying ordeal after extended contact lens wear caused a severe infection, leaving her temporarily blind and urging others to heed safety warnings.
Metformin Trial Targets Deadly Aneurysms
Researchers are testing whether the common diabetes medication metformin can slow the growth of abdominal aortic aneurysms, which kill 4,000 people annually in the UK.
UK Norovirus Alert: Stay Home with These 6 Symptoms
The UK Health Security Agency has issued a fresh alert urging people with six key norovirus symptoms to stay home for 48 hours after symptoms clear as cases surge.
Nurse's Contact Lens Warning After Eye Infection
A mother-of-four and nurse from Essex shares her terrifying experience of temporary blindness caused by wearing daily contact lenses for weeks at a time, urging others to learn from her mistake.
UKHSA Probes Cape Verde Illness After Six Brits Die
The UK Health Security Agency is investigating Shigella cases linked to Cape Verde holidays after six British tourists died and over 1,500 reported serious illness.
Woman Loses 4.5 Stone on Dr Michael Mosley's Diet
Charlene Perry, 37, from Hampshire, reversed her type 2 diabetes diagnosis and lost 4.5 stone by following Dr Michael Mosley's Fast 800 programme after her weight spiralled following childbirth.
Pharmacist's 3 Scary Medication Mistakes People Make
A pharmacist has shared three common but dangerous medication errors that genuinely frighten medical professionals, including doubling doses and sharing prescriptions.
Stroke Survivor's Four-Hour Ambulance Wait and Recovery
Andrea Berry from Cardiff woke from a nap unable to move, facing a critical four-hour ambulance delay. Her story highlights stroke recovery challenges and the importance of community support.
Manchester Dad Loses 16 Stone Without Weight Loss Jabs
Josiah Ojofeitimi from Manchester transformed his life by losing 16 stone through diet and exercise, rejecting trendy weight loss injections in favour of traditional methods.
Cold Weather Hides 7 Early Dog Arthritis Signs
Veterinary experts reveal how winter conditions can conceal early arthritis symptoms in dogs, listing seven crucial signs owners should watch for.
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