Mum's breastfeeding pain was terminal cancer
Angel Madu, 39, an NHS nurse, faces her last Christmas after a lump she thought was from breastfeeding became terminal stage four cancer. Her family races to fund £75k treatment in Mexico.
Angel Madu, 39, an NHS nurse, faces her last Christmas after a lump she thought was from breastfeeding became terminal stage four cancer. Her family races to fund £75k treatment in Mexico.
Reggie Davison, 4, from West Yorkshire, beat a life-threatening medulloblastoma after initial symptoms were dismissed. Read his family's incredible story of survival and hope.
Find out which pharmacies in mid and south Essex are open on Christmas Day for essential medicines and advice. Use the NHS 'find a pharmacy' service for urgent help.
Find out which NHS pharmacies are open on Christmas Day in mid and south Essex for essential medicines and health advice. Check times and locations here.
Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust pioneers awake oncoplastic breast surgery, allowing patients to avoid general anaesthetic and go home the same day. Discover this medical breakthrough.
Young adults leaving care in England will receive free NHS prescriptions, dental treatment, and eye tests up to age 25. A new pilot also offers paid NHS internships and guaranteed interviews.
Music legend Barry Manilow reveals lung cancer diagnosis after bronchitis battle. Surgery scheduled, January concerts postponed. Read his full statement and recovery plan.
NHS workers must link their Uber account to an NHS email by 11.59pm on Dec 21 to claim £30 in festive discounts for rides and food on Christmas Day.
Kelly Hill, 41, urges self-employed to get insurance after aggressive cancer returns, spreading to her bones, lungs, and liver. Her family faces financial strain as treatment continues.
New NHS data reveals Birmingham hospitals have the UK's highest flu patient numbers, with figures more than double those in Manchester. See the full regional breakdown.
A man in his 40s was arrested on suspicion of drug dealing after police found cocaine and heroin worth £20,000 during a raid on Prospect Road North. Report crime anonymously.
Two men sentenced after a dangerous police pursuit in West Bromwich ends with the recovery of a revolver, ammunition, and Class A drugs. Read the full details of the reckless chase.
A man and woman have been sentenced after police found heroin, cocaine, and cash in a Ludlow property. The raid followed community tip-offs about drug supply.
Dennis Lycett, 39, is behind bars for supplying heroin and crack cocaine in Tamworth. Police seized drugs and cash after a chase in Amington.
Two men are behind bars after a police pursuit in Sandwell ended with the recovery of a firearm and Class A drugs. Read the full details of the court sentencing.
A Birmingham GP highlights lesser-known lung cancer symptoms, urging awareness as the disease claims 35,000 UK lives yearly. Learn the signs and when to see a doctor.
Harriet Trewhitt, 21, had half her tongue removed due to cancer. Rebuilt with arm skin, her forearm tattoo now sits inside her mouth. She backs Cancer Research UK's vital funding drive.
Sharon Lindsay celebrates beating breast cancer by organising a charity darts day in Caythorpe on Dec 28, 2025. Funds raised will support Macmillan Cancer Support and Nottingham Maggie's Centre. Join the community event.
A festive concert at Leeds Minster raised vital funds for Macmillan's cancer support services, featuring music, readings, and a powerful personal story from a local resident.
Dentists in England will receive higher payments for NHS emergency appointments from April 2026 under Labour government plans, aiming to improve patient access and save costs.
Ruth Wake, 57, fights leukaemia after NHS refuses second transplant under 'outdated' rule. She turns to private care as MP and charity campaign for policy reform. Read her story.
Junior doctors in England will stage a five-day strike from December 17th after BMA members overwhelmingly rejected a government offer. The walkout coincides with record flu cases, sparking a patient safety row.
Police made a chilling discovery of drugs, knives and a baton inside a stolen van stopped at a motorway service station. Five occupants were arrested.
Jo Day, 50, was diagnosed with early-stage bowel cancer after spotting a key symptom. Having lost 15 loved ones to cancer, she now urges everyone to check their NHS screening eligibility.
Over 600 people protest Walsall NHS Trust's plan to close Hollybank House stroke unit. Trust cites £500k upgrade costs, proposes moving services to Wolverhampton. Campaigners fear loss of local care.
Kamil Nobis, 21, is behind bars after police probe into the 'Jerry' line. Crack cocaine, heroin, and cash were seized. Report drug dealing anonymously.
The NHS warns that looking unusually pale, especially with fatigue or bruising, could indicate acute myeloid leukaemia. Health officials urge prompt GP consultation for early diagnosis.
Shanice Bennett, 26, was told a breast lump was likely a blocked milk duct. It was stage four terminal cancer. She's now living her bucket list.
The NHS warns of an unprecedented winter flu wave, with hospitalisations 56% higher than last year and no sign of a peak. Health leaders urge the public to get vaccinated and use services wisely.
A Warwickshire Police officer faces three theft charges, accused of stealing cash and jewellery during a drugs operation. Read the full court details.