Gillian Owens, younger sister of former First Minister Nicola Sturgeon, describes how a fairground injury led to a two-year addiction to prescription painkillers that nearly destroyed her life.
A UK study shows one in six men consider dermal fillers, with 21% likely to opt for treatments. Social media and celebrity openness drive the surge in male cosmetic procedures.
Resident doctors in England announce a six-day strike in April, marking their 15th walkout since 2023. Prime Minister Keir Starmer gives a 48-hour deadline to cancel, threatening to withdraw job offers.
James Stewart, 65, resorted to extracting his own tooth using weights and vodka after failing to access NHS dental care, highlighting a nationwide crisis in dental services.
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A comprehensive scientific review led by Bernard Stewart reveals vaping likely causes oral and lung cancers, citing chemical absorption and DNA mutations as key evidence.
A comprehensive review by researchers reveals vaping likely causes oral and lung cancers, based on evidence of carcinogenic chemicals and DNA mutations in users.
A brain surgeon is seeking over £200,000 compensation from Barts Health NHS Trust after a lift at Royal London Hospital plunged four floors, leaving him with a permanent limp and PTSD.
Exploding head syndrome is a sleep disorder where people hear loud noises like explosions in their head. It affects up to 30% of people and is harmless, often linked to stress.
Exploding head syndrome is a harmless sleep disorder affecting 10% of people. Learn about its symptoms, causes, and why it's not dangerous despite its alarming name.
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The UK Health Security Agency reports a 56% increase in cholera cases among travellers returning from Pakistan, India, Ethiopia, and Rwanda, with the infection potentially fatal within hours if untreated.
Stiff-person syndrome is a rare neurological disorder affecting about 1 in a million people. Learn about its symptoms, causes, and treatment options in light of Celine Dion's diagnosis.
Experts warn Brits to check the Period After Opening symbol on sunscreen bottles to ensure effectiveness and prevent sunburn, wrinkles, and skin cancer risks.
Joanna Brice, 52, from Devon, has been denied NHS breast reduction surgery at least 20 times despite severe pain and infections from her size 40K breasts, forcing her to crowdfund £10,000 for private treatment.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has given the BMA's resident doctors committee 48 hours to reconsider a rejected pay offer, calling their decision 'reckless' and warning of consequences for patients and the NHS.
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A devastating crowd crush at a temple in Bihar, India, has resulted in the deaths of at least eight women, with poor management and lack of police presence cited as key factors in the tragedy.
British parents have discovered the wrong donor sperm was used in IVF treatments at clinics in Northern Cyprus, leaving families with profound identity and health concerns.
Girls Aloud star Kimberley Walsh became emotional on BBC Breakfast meeting a mother whose breast cancer was detected and treated through research funded by the Sarah Harding Breast Cancer Appeal.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has accused resident doctors of recklessly rejecting a government pay deal without a vote, issuing a 48-hour deadline to reconsider. The BMA claims the government moved goalposts at the last minute.
A nurse's hilarious doorbell camera footage shows her trying to unlock her front door with a hospital ID badge after a gruelling night shift and babysitting duties.
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TOWIE star Jordan Brook shares a health update from hospital, revealing his body feels 'battered and bruised' while fighting viral meningitis and encephalitis.
Kate Garraway shared a harrowing personal story on Good Morning Britain about a loved one's sepsis battle, where they felt they were dying, as she spoke with grieving families campaigning for a national inquiry.
Olivia Matyus claims doctors dismissed her concerns about her baby's seizures as 'maternal anxiety,' leading to months of untreated episodes. She now fundraises for stem cell therapy abroad.
A neurosurgeon who suffered a smashed leg and PTSD when a hospital lift suddenly dropped four floors is seeking over £200,000 in compensation from Barts Health NHS Trust.
Jade Bird, 33, contracted meningitis while on holiday in Tenerife and says she would have died if she had boarded her scheduled flight home. She spent eight days in a coma and faces a long recovery.
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Prime Minister Keir Starmer has given resident doctors a 48-hour deadline to reconsider a rejected pay offer, accusing them of walking away without a vote. The BMA claims the Government moved goalposts.
A newborn with 148 fractures was initially suspected as a victim of abuse, but doctors later diagnosed her with Osteogenesis Imperfecta, a rare brittle bone condition.
New research reveals rooibos tea strengthens gut barriers and fights inflammation. Fermented red rooibos reduces inflammation, while green unfermented rooibos protects gut lining.
Christopher Grange Residential Care in Liverpool received the lowest CQC rating after inspectors found residents left without adequate food, hygiene, or care, with some bathed only once monthly.
Pensioners in England and Wales must verify receipt of up to £300 Winter Fuel Payment by 6pm March 31. Key groups need to claim manually to avoid missing out.
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Pharmacy bodies in the UK advise patients not to worry about medicine shortages linked to the Iran crisis, though early warning signs like price rises are noted. The government confirms no current shortages.
