Desiree Nurse founded Cleopatra's Beauti Spot in Chatham, Kent, after struggling to find a hairdresser for Afro hair. The salon evolved to support clients with hair loss from health conditions, leading to her non-profit Cleopatra's Legacy.
The NHS and Met Office urge the public to reapply sunscreen every two hours as UK temperatures hit 30C during the ongoing heatwave.
A state pension age rise could cost 26,000 unpaid carers £7,011 each due to delayed access to pension-age benefits, warns Carers UK.
Lexi Brown, 14, suffered a rare spinal stroke after catching the flu, leaving her paralysed from the neck down. Her family is raising funds for care.
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The DWP has confirmed that state pensioners with incomes over £35,000 no longer qualify for Winter Fuel Payments. The payments are now income-linked, with wealthier pensioners receiving the money temporarily before HMRC reclaims it.
The DWP has confirmed an automatic £100 increase in Winter Fuel Payment for older state pensioners, raising it to £300 for those over 80.
The DWP has named 10 common conditions that qualify for Attendance Allowance, worth up to £114.60 per week for over-65s. Arthritis leads with 1.7 million claims.
Siobhan Cousins endured 24 years of heavy periods, bloating, and pain before being diagnosed with adenomyosis and a fibroid the size of a baby's head, finally receiving a hysterectomy.
The MHRA warns against storing medicines in cars, bags, or sunny windowsills during the heatwave. High temperatures can reduce effectiveness and increase health risks.
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The DWP has cut the Universal Credit health top-up from £97 to £50 per week for new claimants, creating a two-tier system. Existing claimants unaffected.
Nationwide Building Society plans to install external defibrillators and bleed control kits at all UK branches, providing 24/7 access to emergency equipment for communities.
Protein has become the must-have ingredient in UK supermarkets. A study finds 50% of people increased intake, but experts warn against overconsumption.
Jay Kaur, 53, was diagnosed with breast cancer on her niece's wedding day after being told a lump was nothing serious. She attended the wedding and later ran a marathon.
Janet McCabe, 82, died from hospital-acquired pneumonia and influenza A after two falls at Good Hope Hospital. An inquest ruled the incidents contributed to her death.
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A PIP claimant expressed fear of sending passport and driving licence by post. DWP confirms multiple verification methods, including phone, online, and certified copies.
Ben Poultney, who thought about death daily, says art gave him 'light in the darkness'. He partners with Birmingham Mind to offer free art workshops.
Emily Casey, 34, is in an induced coma in Gran Canaria after falling ill on holiday. Her family is desperately fundraising to bring her back to the UK.
Five Italian tourists drowned in a Maldives cave dive, just 15 minutes from the surface. Lack of proper equipment and possible oxygen toxicity cited as causes.
UK pet owners are warned about counterfeit flea treatments containing toxic pesticides. The VMD reports cases of severe illness and surgery in pets after use.
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Millions of UK pensioners may be entitled to Attendance Allowance or Pension Credit, potentially increasing their annual income to over £18,500. Check eligibility now.
State pensioners born before 1953 (women) or 1951 (men) will receive an extra £440 per year from May as the basic state pension rises to £184.90 per week.
New research reveals 16% of UK dog owners have left their pet in a warm car, risking heatstroke. Experts urge caution and provide safety tips.
Kitchen expert Michael Forbes urges Brits to store berries, salad leaves, chopped fruit, and soft herbs correctly during the heatwave to avoid wasting money as food spoils faster.
The Pensions Commission warns women approaching retirement have half the private pension savings of men, a £75,000 gap, urging government action on the gender pensions gap.
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The Met Office predicts 33C on Bank Holiday Monday across 25 areas, with amber health alerts for the Midlands. May temperature records may be broken.
PIP claimants have until Thursday, May 28 to submit evidence for a major review that could lead to cuts and stricter eligibility criteria for the disability benefit.
DWP confirms arthritis as a common condition qualifying state pensioners for Attendance Allowance of up to £441 a month, with many missing out.
Stacey Galifskiy used sunbeds for a year as a teenager, and 20 years later was diagnosed with skin cancer. She urges sun safety as UK melanoma cases hit record high.
Bombay Bistro in Ibstock received a zero food hygiene rating after inspectors found food on the floor, missing soap, and an explosion risk from a faulty oven igniter.
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Solihull Council has spent thousands on stray dogs as numbers hit a five-year high of 85 in 2025, with costs rising due to a contract with Birmingham Dogs Home.
