Bruce Willis Unaware of Dementia Diagnosis, Wife Says
Emma Heming Willis shares that husband Bruce Willis doesn't know about his frontotemporal dementia diagnosis, calling it both a blessing and curse while defending care decisions.
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US Life Expectancy Hits Record 79 Years in 2024
US life expectancy has reached a historic peak of 79 years in 2024, driven by declining death rates from major causes including heart disease and drug overdoses, with preliminary data suggesting further improvement in 2025.
TikTok Testosterone Craze Fuels Unneeded NHS Treatment
Medical experts caution that social media misinformation is prompting men to seek unnecessary testosterone therapy on the NHS, posing health and fertility risks.
Influencer's High-Risk Heart Surgery While Pregnant
Australian influencer Leah Jay is preparing for dangerous open-heart surgery during pregnancy after doctors discovered a serious heart valve infection, with significant risks to her unborn baby.
Surgeons Operate Remotely from 1,700 Miles in Study
A new study reveals surgeons can safely conduct prostatectomy and partial nephrectomy procedures from up to 1,700 miles away using telesurgery, with results comparable to local robotic-assisted surgery.
UK Ranks 21st in Global Patient Safety Report
A major new report from Imperial College London reveals Britain lags behind nations like Norway and Switzerland in patient safety, with preventable deaths and treatment delays contributing to its 21st place ranking among 38 OECD countries.
Stroke Survivor Warns 'I Thought I Was Too Young' as Cases Could Soar
A mother who suffered a stroke at 39 shares her wake-up call story as the Stroke Association warns of a potential 42% increase in cases by 2035 without preventative action.
Digital 'Support Multiverse' for Youth in Family Violence
A new digital 'support multiverse' aims to help young people access support for family violence through familiar online channels, addressing barriers in current systems.
Boy's Freedom After £1.65m Gene-Editing Treatment
Adam Rehman, 13, from Oldham, has returned to Royal Manchester Children's Hospital to thank nurses after receiving pioneering Casgevy therapy for thalassaemia, ending his reliance on monthly blood transfusions.
Scabies Outbreak: UK and Europe Face Rising Cases
Scabies cases are increasing significantly across the UK and Europe. This article explains symptoms, effective treatments, and how stigma hampers control efforts.
MSPs Vote to Force Scottish Government Hospital Scandal Comms Release
Scottish Parliament votes 64-56 to demand Scottish Government publish all communications regarding Queen Elizabeth University Hospital contamination scandal, amid ongoing inquiry.
MSPs Vote to Force Scottish Government Hospital Docs Release
MSPs have passed a motion demanding the Scottish Government publish all communications regarding Glasgow's Queen Elizabeth University Hospital, amid ongoing inquiry into infection-linked deaths.
TB Outbreak at California Private School
Archbishop Riordan High School in San Francisco confirms a third active tuberculosis case, prompting campus closure and widespread testing amid public health measures.
Nurse Licence Revoked Over Violent Birth Wish to Trump Aide
A Florida labour and delivery nurse has had her professional licence revoked after wishing severe childbirth injuries on Trump campaign press secretary Karoline Leavitt in a viral TikTok video.
Medicare Proposes Rules for 'Medically Complex' Transplant Organs
New US regulations aim to increase utilisation of organs from older or sicker donors and strengthen oversight of organ procurement organisations.
Guardian Corrects NHS ADHD and Water Stress Figures
The Guardian has issued corrections regarding an NHS England ADHD services overspend and the number of major cities facing extreme water stress, clarifying earlier reporting inaccuracies.
Dementia Discharge Delays Cost NHS £328m Annually
New analysis reveals delayed discharge of dementia patients costs NHS £328m yearly, wasting 584,080 bed days and worsening winter pressures. Alzheimer's Society calls for urgent reform.
NHS Calls Exorcists After Norwich Hospice Ghost Reports
An NHS trust in Norwich requested deliverance ministers after staff reported paranormal incidents including sightings of a 'girl in a red dress' at a former children's hospital site.
Bruce Willis Unaware of Dementia Diagnosis, Wife Reveals
Emma Heming Willis explains husband Bruce Willis has anosognosia, meaning his brain fails to recognise his frontotemporal dementia diagnosis, keeping him unaware of his condition.
Gas Smell Reported Before Deadly Nursing Home Blast
Federal investigators confirm nursing home staff reported natural gas odour hours before explosion that killed three and injured twenty in Pennsylvania facility.
Streeting Pushes for NHS Prostate Cancer Screening
Health Secretary Wes Streeting meets experts to discuss introducing prostate cancer screening on the NHS, aiming to save thousands of lives despite current committee advice.
Medicare Proposes New Transplant Rules for Complex Organs
The US government has proposed new rules for the transplant system aiming to increase use of medically complex organs and strengthen safety standards for donor organisations.
Measles Returns to UK: Cases Surge, Status Revoked
The World Health Organization has revoked the UK's measles elimination status after continuous transmission. Cases have surged, particularly among unvaccinated children, with Birmingham and London hardest hit.
Emma Heming Willis on Bruce's Dementia 'Blessing and Curse'
Emma Heming Willis shares that Bruce Willis is unaware of his frontotemporal dementia diagnosis, calling it both a 'blessing and a curse' while discussing caregiving challenges.
Potato Bed: Viral Sleep Trend Raises Health Alarms
The 'potato bed' sleep trend has gone viral on TikTok, but experts warn it could cause back pain and overheating. Meanwhile, the sleep economy is booming, valued at £422bn in 2024.
South Carolina Measles Outbreak Worst Since US Elimination
South Carolina is grappling with America's most severe measles outbreak since the disease was declared eliminated, with 789 cases reported since October 2025 and significant hospitalisations.
McEwan Calls for Assisted Dying Extension to Dementia
Author Ian McEwan argues assisted dying laws should gradually extend to dementia sufferers, citing personal family experiences and advocating for living wills to clarify intentions.
Tap Water Nitrates Linked to Higher Dementia Risk
New research reveals nitrates from processed meats and tap water may increase dementia risk, while vegetable sources appear protective. Scientists call for regulatory review.
NHS Valve Pilot Tackles Ethnic Treatment Gaps
A pilot programme in England has successfully identified heart valve disease in ethnic minority patients, with calls to expand the initiative NHS-wide to address significant treatment inequalities.
Jon Gosselin's Health Scare and Healthcare Bill Battle
Former reality star Jon Gosselin reveals how a pulmonary embolism nearly killed him weeks before his wedding, and his fight against a $20,000 hospital bill that exposed flaws in the US healthcare system.
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