Emergency services are tackling a significant factory fire on Bentley Road South in Darlaston. West Midlands Fire Service dispatched six pumps and has advised the public to steer clear of the area for safety.
Nicola Devereux, a mental health nurse in Middleton, shares how her recovery and NHS volunteering inspired her career, aiming to encourage others in their journeys.
The NHS highlights ibuprofen as a hidden trigger for psoriasis, a skin condition affecting millions. Experts explain symptoms, triggers, and when to seek medical help.
Brianna Mohr, 21, succumbed to hypothermia on a snowy New York hike after calling for help. Rescuers found her six hours later, too late to save her, while her dog survived the freezing conditions.
Sarbjit Singh from Great Barr was clinically dead for 45 minutes after a COVID-induced cardiac arrest in 2020. Resuscitated with an innovative double defibrillator technique at Birmingham City Hospital, his near-death experience profoundly changed his per
West Midlands Police are urgently searching for Richard Allen, 33, who absconded from a mental health facility in West Bromwich. Authorities warn the public not to approach him and to contact police immediately.
A two-car collision on the A458 in Morville near Bridgnorth resulted in injuries to three children and a man, with an air ambulance and multiple emergency vehicles responding to the scene.
A top pharmacist provides essential guidance on managing GLP-1 medications like Mounjaro and Wegovy during Ramadan fasting, covering dose timing, nutrition, and health safety.
A £10 lip balm containing liquorice extract is gaining popularity for preventing cold sore outbreaks, with users reporting significant reductions in frequency and severity.
The Met Office has confirmed snow is expected to hit Birmingham from 5pm today, with a yellow weather warning in place until 6am tomorrow. Temperatures will drop below zero overnight.
Tesco partners with the British Heart Foundation to provide free blood pressure checks at 350 UK supermarket pharmacies during Heart Month, aiming to detect undiagnosed hypertension.
Alfie Phillips, a nine-year-old from Northampton, becomes the first child in Britain to undergo a groundbreaking operation to equalise his leg length, overcoming fibular hemimelia with innovative NHS techniques.
Bea Breakell, a three-year-old with Down's Syndrome from Lincoln, was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic lymphoma in 2024. After her challenging treatment, her family now partners with charity DKMS to register lifesaving stem cell donors, highlighting the
Over 150,000 disabled people will receive extra financial support as the government increases the minimum income guarantee and disability premium payments.
Children's rights groups support Labour's proposal to age-restrict VPN usage for minors, calling it superior to a complete ban, while privacy advocates criticize the move as dangerous.
Donna Cook, 50, from West Bromwich, is fighting stage 4 cancer with over 40 brain lesions. Her family hopes for compassionate access to a £7,000 monthly drug not available on the NHS to gain precious time together.
The Labour government has announced a £400 annual cash increase for 150,000 working-age disabled adults receiving social care, alongside £700 million for home adaptations.
This Morning star Alison Hammond reveals the exercise and wellness habits that help her maintain her impressive 11-stone weight loss, including Reformer Pilates and early-morning circuit classes.
The Met Office has issued yellow weather warnings for snow and ice across the Midlands, affecting areas including Birmingham, the Black Country, and Staffordshire from Wednesday afternoon into Thursday morning.
Residents at Edensor Care Centre in Clacton-on-Sea enjoyed a festive Valentine's Day with knitting, arts, crafts, rose arrangements, and a special tea party, fostering community spirit.
This Morning star Josie Gibson shares before and after photos from her anti-aging laser treatment, revealing a tightened jawline and reduced 'turkey neck' at age 41.
A new study reveals hazardous chemicals in popular headphones from Bose, Panasonic, Samsung, and Sennheiser, raising concerns about long-term health risks including cancer and hormonal disruption.
Chikungunya, a painful tropical disease, is expanding across Europe due to climate change, with fears it could reach the UK as temperatures drop.
Tesco partners with the British Heart Foundation to offer free 10-minute blood pressure checks in pharmacies across UK supermarkets, aiming to help millions detect undiagnosed hypertension.
Comedian Fatiha El-Ghorri, known for Taskmaster, has opened up about her secret battle with endometrial cancer and the challenging medical menopause that followed her surgery, urging others to seek medical help for symptoms.
An inquest has concluded that Elyse Foster, a 22-year-old aspiring children's nurse, died from natural causes after an unwitnessed cardiac arrest in hospital. Her family raised concerns about her care, questioning why she was left alone after being given
Dylan Smith, 11, suffered life-threatening injuries after plunging 20 feet through a ceiling at an abandoned Stratford-upon-Avon building. He shares his story to warn others about the dangers of exploring derelict structures.
A parliamentary committee calls for immediate prohibition of dangerous cosmetic procedures, citing unregulated 'wild west' industry practices in sheds and hotel rooms.
The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for snow across the West Midlands, effective from 4pm Wednesday to 6am Thursday, with temperatures dropping to 0°C.
The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for Birmingham and the Midlands, predicting up to 6 inches of snow and potential travel disruptions from Wednesday evening.