Cat Detected Teen's Cancer Before Doctors
Sophie Hilgers, 20, believes her cat Arthur detected her leukaemia twice by becoming unusually clingy before symptoms appeared. Scientific evidence suggests pets can smell cancer-related compounds.
Sophie Hilgers, 20, believes her cat Arthur detected her leukaemia twice by becoming unusually clingy before symptoms appeared. Scientific evidence suggests pets can smell cancer-related compounds.
A new public health video helps Birmingham residents spot heat exhaustion symptoms as temperatures rise. Learn how to identify and respond to this condition.
Over 1,450 residents have shared feedback on improving Essex health services. Survey open until June 30. Key issues include waiting times, communication, and navigation.
A man was treated for smoke inhalation after an accidental bedroom fire in Tividale. Fire crews from Tipton and Oldbury responded to Pine Road on Monday night.
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RecommendedDave Christian and Jacquelyn Cook are walking from Cambridgeshire to Yorkshire to raise funds for a non-profit micro-pub that will support local mental health initiatives.
Halesowen's The Crafty Pint asks dog owners to leave pets at home during the heatwave, warning dogs can overheat quickly even in shade with water.
NICE has approved teplizumab (Tzield) to delay type 1 diabetes onset by up to three years in early-stage patients aged 8+, marking a shift beyond insulin therapy.
June Kelly, 48, from Leeds, was diagnosed with incurable blood cancer myeloma after a metallic taste in her mouth signaled kidney failure. She shares her story for Myeloma Awareness Week.
As temperatures hit 39C, the RNLI warns against cold water shock. Sudden immersion can trigger panic; learn to 'Float to Live' and choose lifeguarded beaches.
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RecommendedThe DWP has issued a statement after 10,000 people signed a petition calling for type 1 diabetes to be considered in PIP eligibility, citing the condition's 24-hour management demands.
John Goodman, 74, opens up about his 200-pound weight loss journey, sharing the lifestyle changes that helped him shed half his body weight.
Discover if the SmilePro teeth whitening kit delivers on its promises with our detailed review, including user experiences and results.
Outgoing PM Sir Keir Starmer has confirmed a freeze on NHS prescription charges in England at £9.90, saving patients £18 million in 2025-26, as he prepares to step down by mid-July.
Vicky Strange, a cancer care co-ordinator at Pilgrim Hospital in Boston, discovered a breast lump in October 2023, underwent mastectomy and reconstruction, and returned to work in April 2024, crediting NHS colleagues for saving her life.
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RecommendedExperts warn eight household appliances should be unplugged during the 38C heatwave to prevent fire risks and reduce energy bills, with temperatures peaking Wednesday and Thursday.
Dudley MP Sonia Kumar has called for a Health on the High Street centre in the town centre, arguing it would improve healthcare access and boost footfall, especially with new transport links.
As UK temperatures hit 35°C, a legal expert explains workplace rights: no legal maximum temperature, but employers must ensure safety. Employees can stop if unsafe.
Iskander Kechiche shook a 3.5-month-old baby so violently he caused severe disabilities. Jailed for 39 months after claiming the infant 'fell from sofa'.
Claiming Child Benefit from HMRC can automatically boost your State Pension through National Insurance credits, worth up to £1,406.60 per year for the first child.
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RecommendedHouseholds could lose up to £1,406.60 in child benefit if they miss the August 31 HMRC deadline to extend claims for teens in education or training.
NHS bosses warn people in Birmingham and Black Country to stay cool and avoid going out during the hottest part of the day as a red heat alert is issued with temperatures up to 35°C.
As UK temperatures hit 40C, a simple DIY hack using a frozen water bottle and a fan can create makeshift air-con, cooling rooms for up to four hours.
Molly-Mae Hague reveals she likely had postpartum depression after daughter Bambi's birth, shares contrasting experiences with newborn son Midas, and says she is 99.9% sure she and Tommy Fury will not have more children.
Outgoing PM Keir Starmer extends Warm Home Discount to six million households, doubling eligibility, providing a £150 energy bill discount as a parting gift.
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RecommendedA vet explains how to perform CPR on dogs, as extreme heat warnings raise the risk of heatstroke and cardiac arrest. Learn the key differences from human CPR.
James Bourne has spoken publicly for the first time since leaving Busted's tour last year due to an undisclosed illness, revealing he used the time to finish a new album after 13 years of work.
Jeremy Clarkson, 66, is officially in remission from aggressive prostate cancer after early detection via a routine PSA blood test, calling himself 'the world's luckiest man.'
The Met Office has escalated its warning to red for extreme heat in Birmingham and the West Midlands on Wednesday and Thursday, with temperatures forecast to reach 39C, posing a risk to life.
A Birmingham woman completed a 15-mile Moonwalk challenge for cancer charity Walk the Walk, raising over £1,000 for breast cancer research and support.
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RecommendedAlison Hammond has launched a leopard print Swag Bag with Purpose for Scamp & Dude, raising funds for British Liver Trust in memory of her mum Maria, who died in 2020 from cancer.