Shock Cervical Cancer Diagnosis After Routine Smear Test
A 34-year-old woman from Kent shares her devastating cervical cancer diagnosis after a routine smear test, urging others to attend screenings despite discomfort.
Category : Health
Tougher Junk Food Ad Rules for Children Proposed
The UK government has published an updated nutrient profiling model that could expand restrictions on advertising unhealthy foods to children, targeting products like sweetened cereals and yoghurts.
Winter Warning: 80% of UK Kids Face Glue Ear Risk
Health experts issue urgent warning as eight out of ten UK children experience painful glue ear infections, with winter creating prime conditions for spread. Parents urged to recognise key symptoms.
Mother's Measles Vaccine Plea After Daughter's Tragic Death
Rebecca Archer shares her devastating story after her daughter Renae died from a rare brain disease caused by measles, urging parents to vaccinate their children.
Nottingham Survivor: NHS Kept Critical Report Secret
Wayne Birkett, who survived Valdo Calocane's Nottingham rampage, reveals he wasn't warned about a damning CQC report into the mental health trust that treated the killer.
New Tooth-Whitening Powder Activated by Electric Toothbrush
Chinese researchers have developed a breakthrough ceramic powder that whitens teeth using electric toothbrush vibrations while repairing enamel and promoting oral health.
DWP Urges PIP Claimants to Report Worsening Health
The Department for Work and Pensions has revealed thousands of PIP claimants may be missing out on higher payments and offers home visits to help with applications.
Alan Rickman's Widow on His Legacy and Cancer Fundraiser
Rima Horton, widow of actor Alan Rickman, discusses a Harry Potter prize draw raising funds for Pancreatic Cancer UK, aiming to develop an early breath test for the disease.
Louise Thompson Calls for Maternity Commissioner After Trauma
Made In Chelsea star Louise Thompson shares unseen clips of her traumatic birth ordeal and petitions Health Secretary Wes Streeting for a national maternity strategy and commissioner.
Blue Zone '80% Rule' Diet Secret for Longevity
Experts reveal the simple '80% rule' diet practice from Blue Zones where people live longer, focusing on mindful eating and calorie restriction for health benefits.
US Lawyer Dies on UK-Bound Flight After Sleeping on Mum
An inquest hears how Rachel Green, 44, died peacefully on a Delta flight from Minneapolis to London. A combination of prescription drugs and an undiagnosed heart condition likely caused her death.
PureGym's Free Workout Plan for Muscle and Fat Loss
PureGym offers free online workout videos designed by personal trainers to help build muscle and burn fat, accessible to all fitness levels without requiring a gym membership.
Nina Wadia Reveals Secret to Two-Stone Weight Loss
Former EastEnders actress Nina Wadia shares her natural weight loss journey on Good Morning Britain, emphasising daily activity over quick fixes like injections.
Mum loses 6st after doctor's diabetes diagnosis
Christine Parrott, 38, transformed her life after a pre-diabetes diagnosis, losing over 6 stone with Slimming World and rediscovering her confidence.
Nipah Virus Outbreak in India Triggers Pandemic Fears
A deadly Nipah virus outbreak in West Bengal, India, has prompted Asian countries to reintroduce Covid-era airport screenings, raising fears of a potential epidemic due to its high fatality rate and person-to-person transmission.
Father's Swimming Pool Symptom Leads to MND Diagnosis
Danny Tucker, 39, diagnosed with motor neurone disease after noticing weakness while lifting his son from a pool. Family crowdfunds £21,000+ for home adaptations after council rejections.
Woman, 44, Dies Sleeping on Heathrow Flight, Inquest Hears
An inquest has detailed how Rachel Green, 44, passed away during a flight from Minneapolis to London Heathrow after falling asleep on her mother's shoulder and failing to wake.
BBC Presenter Tears Up Over Viewer's Life-Saving Message
A BBC Morning Live presenter became emotional after reading a viewer's message crediting Dr Xand van Tulleken's advice for saving his life from pneumonia.
DWP Error Letter Led to Mother's Suicide, Inquest Finds
A coroner has ruled that an incorrect DWP letter informing a vulnerable mother her benefits were being cut significantly contributed to her suicide in May 2025.
Kiwi Fruit: Surprising Health Benefits Revealed
Nutrition experts highlight the kiwi fruit's remarkable benefits for digestion, sleep quality, mood enhancement and skin health, backed by recent scientific studies.
Sleep Disorder Linked to Dementia Risk in Study
New research reveals individuals with Isolated REM sleep behaviour disorder may face increased dementia risk, with cognitive decline observed over seven years.
Nutritionist: Not All Ultra-Processed Foods Are Bad
Leading nutritionist Rhiannon Lambert argues that ultra-processed foods shouldn't be universally demonised, with some offering better nutritional profiles than alternatives.
Balance Test Failure Tied to 84% Higher Death Risk
New research reveals failing a simple 10-second single-leg stance test is associated with an 84% increased risk of dying within a decade, highlighting balance as a crucial health indicator.
Norwich Named UK's Saddest Town in Winter Depression Study
New research reveals Norwich as the UK's saddest town with 25% of residents feeling genuinely depressed in January. British Gas installs SAD lamps as 57% of Brits crave sunlight.
Measles Tragedy: Mother's Plea After Daughter's Death
Rebecca Archer's daughter Renae died aged 10 from SSPE, a rare brain disease triggered by measles infection. The UK has lost its measles-free status amid declining vaccination rates.
Scabies Cases Surge in UK as Victorian Disease Returns
Scabies cases have surged across the UK with a 20% year-on-year increase reported by GPs. Experts warn misinformation and delayed treatment are fueling the spread of this highly contagious Victorian skin disease.
Aquagym in Senegal Aids Mobility
Inspiring photos from Dakar's beaches reveal aquagym classes in the Atlantic Ocean, offering low-impact exercise and pain relief for Senegalese people with reduced mobility.
Tougher Junk Food Ad Rules for Children Proposed
The UK government has published an updated nutrient profiling model that could expand restrictions on advertising unhealthy foods to children, aiming to tackle childhood obesity rates.
Pancreatic Cancer Immune Evasion Mechanism Discovered
German scientists have identified how the MYC gene helps pancreatic cancer hide from the immune system, with animal studies showing a 94% tumour reduction when blocked.
AI Robot Catheter Breakthrough Diagnoses Deep Lung Tumours
An NHS pilot uses an AI-powered robotic catheter to biopsy lung nodules as small as 6mm, diagnosing previously inaccessible deep cancers earlier and faster.
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