Breast Reductions Overtake Enlargements in UK First Time
For the first time, breast reductions and implant removals surpassed enlargements in the UK, reflecting a shift toward comfort and active lifestyles.
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Nine in 10 UK Voters Support Abortion Rights
A YouGov poll reveals 90% of UK voters support abortion rights, with cross-party consensus. Young people fear access may reduce, citing US developments and far-right rise.
James Valentine's Assisted Dying Highlights Barriers
Advocates call for federal action on voluntary assisted dying barriers after beloved broadcaster James Valentine's death, as applications rise but many patients fail to complete the process.
UK Cancer Cases Soar, NHS Faces Treatment Backlog Crisis
A new report reveals over 403,000 people are diagnosed with cancer annually in the UK, with one case every 80 seconds. NHS waiting times worsen, threatening survival progress.
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Leukaemia Survivor Runs Marathon After 30-Year Battle
Josh Catford, diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukaemia at seven months old, was told he wouldn't survive and would be infertile. Thirty years later, he's a father and running the London Marathon to raise funds for the charity that saved his life.
Nurse Dies 13 Days After Brain Tumor Diagnosis
A dedicated nurse passed away just 13 days after being diagnosed with a cancerous brain tumor. Her family is now fundraising for the hospice that provided compassionate end-of-life care.
Nursery Temperature Leads to Child's Leukaemia Diagnosis
A mother shares her son's harrowing journey from a mild nursery temperature to a leukaemia diagnosis, highlighting the family's emotional and financial struggles during treatment.
Flu Symptoms Hid Cancer: 26-Year-Old's 18-Month Battle Ends
Alana Matthews initially dismissed persistent flu-like symptoms, but after months of misdiagnosis, she was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia. Despite treatment, she passed away 18 months later, highlighting urgent needs for faster diagnosis and better
Widower's Fight for Lobular Breast Cancer Research After Loss
Tristan Loraine shares his heartbreaking journey after his wife Susan died from invasive lobular breast cancer, advocating for £20 million in government funding for research.
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From Childhood Cancer Guilt to Healing Through Family
Emma Werner shares her emotional story of losing her mother to cancer as a child, the overwhelming guilt she carried for years, and how finding solace in biology and a new sister brought unexpected healing.
HIV Cured in World First Via Brother's Transplant
A 64-year-old HIV patient known as the 'Oslo patient' has been in remission for five years after receiving a stem cell transplant from his brother who carries a rare HIV-resistant gene mutation.
TV Actor Finnian Garbutt Dies at 28 After Cancer Battle
Hope Street star Finnian Garbutt has passed away at age 28 following a long battle with Stage 4 skin cancer. The actor leaves behind a wife and young daughter.
Londoners Oppose Cancer Hospital Expansion Over Sunlight Blocking
Residents in west London object to Royal Marsden Hospital expansion plans, citing concerns over blocked sunlight, noise pollution, and traffic congestion, while being labeled as 'NIMBYs' by critics.
Surgeon Charged with Manslaughter Over Wrong Organ Removal
A Florida surgeon faces second-degree manslaughter charges after allegedly removing a patient's liver instead of his spleen, causing fatal blood loss during a laparoscopic surgery in 2024.
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Beverley Callard's 'Weird' Cancer Update Amid Treatment
Coronation Street actress Beverley Callard provides an emotional update on her breast cancer battle, revealing anxiety over upcoming consultant meeting.
Mum's Cancer Symptoms Mistaken for Burger, Perimenopause
Kerry Hatrill initially dismissed bowel changes as food poisoning, then perimenopause, before being diagnosed with stage three rectal cancer. She shares her journey to raise awareness.
Holiday Tragedy: Daughter Dies from Leukaemia in New York
A mother recounts the heartbreaking story of her 10-year-old daughter Larissa, who died from leukaemia after a family holiday in the U.S., leading to the creation of The Larissa Foundation for support and awareness.
NHS Expands Genetic Testing for Minority Ethnic Cancer Patients
The NHS has introduced groundbreaking genetic testing for a fifth genomic variant, addressing disparities in chemotherapy safety for Black and minority ethnic cancer patients.
Bowel Cancer Mistaken for Food Intolerance in Mum's Story
A 39-year-old mother from South London initially blamed dairy and spicy foods for her upset stomach, but it turned out to be bowel cancer. She urges others to check symptoms and seek medical advice promptly.
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Breast Reconstruction Delays: Women Wait Years Post-Lockdown
Hundreds of women who had mastectomies during the Covid-19 pandemic are still awaiting breast reconstruction surgeries, facing physical pain and emotional distress due to NHS backlogs and resource shortages.
AI Predicts Bowel Cancer Drug Response for NHS Patients
A new AI tool, PhenMap, developed by researchers in London and Dublin, predicts how advanced bowel cancer patients respond to the NHS drug bevacizumab, potentially sparing thousands from ineffective treatments and severe side-effects.
Runner's Life Changed by Unexpected Cancer Diagnosis
Abi Sherratt, 27, was fit and healthy when a friend noticed a swollen neck. She was diagnosed with thyroid cancer and is now running the London Marathon to raise funds for cancer research.
Marathon Runner's 100-Mile Tribute to Father Lost to Prostate Cancer
Chris Asher, 50, will run the London Marathon followed by an 80-mile journey to Margate to honor his father and raise funds for Prostate Cancer UK, emphasizing early detection.
Mum's Cancer Return Spurs Son's Marathon Fundraising Drive
After doctors cleared his mother of small cell lung cancer, Phil McCullough's joy turned to grief when it returned months later. Now, he's running the London Marathon to support Maggie's, the charity that helped them through the ordeal.
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Repurposed Drug May Extend Survival in Aggressive Ovarian Cancer
A clinical trial reveals that relacorilant, a drug used for Cushing's syndrome, could improve outcomes for patients with platinum-resistant ovarian cancer, offering new hope in treatment.
Couple's Cancer Battle: Both Parents Diagnosed With Young Kids
Jolene and Spencer Eddy faced unimaginable challenges when both were diagnosed with cancer while raising three young children. Their story of resilience and hope inspires many.
GOSH Plans Tablet Switch for Kids as Young as 4 to Save NHS
Great Ormond Street Hospital research reveals switching children from liquid medicine to tablets could save £40,000 per patient annually, with kids as young as seven preferring the taste of pills.
Woman Recovers from Three Deadly Diseases with Cell Therapy
A 47-year-old woman with three life-threatening autoimmune diseases achieved a near-normal life after CAR T-cell therapy, marking a world-first recovery and resetting her immune system.
Gin and Tonic Pain Revealed Stage Four Cancer Diagnosis
Lauren Firenze experienced severe pain after drinking alcohol, which led doctors to discover Hodgkin lymphoma. Her story highlights unusual symptoms and a supportive love journey.
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Mastectomy Journey: Finding Relief After Genetic Cancer Diagnosis
Rachel Watkyn shares her emotional story of undergoing a double mastectomy after discovering a rare genetic mutation, revealing unexpected feelings of empowerment and peace.
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