Nurse Calls for Mammogram Age Cut to 40 as Cancer Rises
A chemotherapy nurse from Kent is urging the UK to lower the NHS breast screening age from 50 to 40, citing a rise in younger patients. Her petition has over 30,000 signatures.
Category : Health
No-Mess Pomegranate Hack Leaves Brits Stunned
A simple 30-second pomegranate cutting technique is revolutionising how people access the nutritious seeds without the typical kitchen mess and juice splatter.
Shingles Vaccine Could Slow Ageing, Study Finds
A groundbreaking study reveals the shingles vaccine may reduce inflammation and slow biological ageing in older adults, offering potential benefits beyond infection prevention.
Seattle Philanthropist Nancy Nordhoff Dies at 93
Nancy Skinner Nordhoff, prominent Seattle philanthropist and co-founder of Hedgebrook women's writers' retreat, has died peacefully at home aged 93, leaving behind a remarkable legacy of supporting women writers and community causes.
MS Diagnosis Shatters Mum's Future: From Career to Wheelchair
Claire McDonald's life was transformed when she was diagnosed with primary progressive MS. The 49-year-old shares how symptoms she dismissed as stress or age have reshaped her future.
Sydney Surfer's Miraculous Recovery After Shark Attack
A 27-year-old surfer critically injured in a shark attack at Manly Beach has made a dramatic recovery, with his family expressing gratitude to medical staff and first responders.
Mom Loses 150 Pounds After Taylor Swift Concert
Emily Murray, 32, transformed her life after leaving a Taylor Swift concert early due to poor fitness. She shares her journey from struggle to sustainable weight loss success.
Brain Expert: Common Drink Raises Alzheimer's Risk 50%
A US brain researcher reveals the everyday beverage he avoids to protect against Alzheimer's, citing research showing sugary drinks increase risk by nearly 50%.
First Guide Dog Litters of 2026 Born - Ten Puppies Arrive
The first litter of Guide Dogs for 2026 has been born near Kidderminster, with ten puppies beginning their journey to become qualified assistance dogs by 2027.
Elderly Patients Face Three-Day A&E Waits in Corridor Care Crisis
Age UK analysis reveals over 100,000 elderly patients, including 53,000 aged 80+, waited up to three days in A&E corridors before hospital admission, with reports of patients lying on floors.
NHS Child Diabetes Screening Clinics After Landmark Study
The NHS is establishing pre-diabetes clinics for children after a groundbreaking study validated finger-prick blood tests for early detection of Type 1 diabetes, aiming to prevent emergency diagnoses.
Drug Could Delay Rheumatoid Arthritis Onset by Years
King's College London research shows abatacept can delay rheumatoid arthritis onset by up to four years in high-risk individuals, offering hope for early intervention strategies.
UK Social Media Curfew Trial for Teens Amid Ban Debate
Thousands of school children in Bradford will face social media restrictions in a pioneering NHS and Cambridge University study, as the government consults on an Australia-style ban for under-16s.
50,000 Over-80s Faced Three-Day Hospital Bed Waits
Shocking analysis reveals more than 50,000 patients aged 80+ waited up to three days for hospital beds, with some forced to wash in toilet sinks amid corridor care crisis.
Mixing Workouts May Add Years to Life, Research Shows
New research reveals that engaging in a variety of physical activities, such as walking, running, and cycling, can significantly reduce mortality risks, independent of total exercise levels.
Glaucoma Cases to Rise 60% in UK by 2060, Warn Experts
New research reveals over 1.1 million people in the UK have glaucoma, with cases projected to increase by 60% by 2060, prompting urgent calls for expanded eye care services and regular check-ups.
Glaucoma Cases to Rise 60% by 2060: Symptoms and Prevention
New research predicts glaucoma cases will increase to 1.6 million in the UK by 2060. Learn about symptoms, risk factors, and why regular eye tests are crucial for preventing irreversible vision loss.
NHS Type 1 Diabetes Screening for Children After Study
A landmark UK study has validated finger-prick blood tests for early detection of type 1 diabetes in children, paving the way for potential NHS screening programmes and new treatment access.
Elderly Face 3-Day A&E Waits in Corridor Care Crisis
New analysis by Age UK exposes over 100,000 elderly patients waiting up to three days in A&E corridors for hospital beds, with some forced to lie on floors and wash in toilet sinks.
Elderly Face Week-Long A&E Waits in NHS Crisis
Age UK report reveals shocking 75-fold increase in elderly patients waiting 1-3 days in A&E, with some enduring week-long ordeals in corridors and waiting rooms.
Varied Exercise Linked to Longer Life in Major Study
New research tracking over 111,000 people for decades finds engaging in diverse physical activities like walking, cycling and swimming reduces mortality risk by up to 41%.
Drug Could Delay Rheumatoid Arthritis by Years, Study Finds
A new study from King's College London reveals that abatacept could delay rheumatoid arthritis onset by up to four years in high-risk patients, offering hope for improved quality of life.
UK Glaucoma Cases to Hit 1.6 Million by 2060
New research warns UK glaucoma cases will rise dramatically to 1.6 million by 2060 due to an ageing population, highlighting urgent need for expanded eye services and regular checks.
UK Glaucoma Cases Surge, 60% Rise Projected by 2060
New research reveals over 1 million UK adults have glaucoma, with numbers projected to reach 1.6 million by 2060. Experts warn half of cases go undiagnosed, calling for urgent public health action.
MAFS Star Jules Robinson Opens Up About PMDD Health Battle
Married At First Sight star Jules Robinson shares her raw journey with premenstrual dysphoric disorder, detailing dark moments and finding community support.
Medic Charged Over Death in 'Musical Bingo' Surgery
An anesthesiologist faces manslaughter charges after a patient died during a cataract operation where staff reportedly played musical bingo, with alarms allegedly ignored.
Vegan's Diet Change Leads to Twin Pregnancy After 8 Miscarriages
Molly Brown, 43, reversed years of infertility struggles by switching from veganism to a meat-heavy diet, conceiving twins naturally after eight devastating miscarriages.
Savannah Guthrie's New Voice After Surgery, Return Date Set
Today show host Savannah Guthrie has revealed her new voice following successful vocal cord surgery to remove nodules and a polyp, with plans to return to the programme next Monday.
Canned Foods for Cheap Protein Boost
Discover how canned tuna, lentils, chili and pea soup can provide affordable protein as experts warn many Americans already exceed daily recommendations.
NHS 'Hollow' Apology Over Hospital Water Scandal Deaths
Health chiefs at NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde have issued a controversial apology after years of denials about dirty water causing infections and deaths at Queen Elizabeth University Hospital.
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