Bromsgrove sisters with FA fight for NHS drug access
Charlotte Casey, 25, and Olivia Dews, 28, from Bromsgrove, both have Friedreich's Ataxia. They support a petition for NHS access to Omaveloxolone, which has 26,422 signatures so far.
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Halesowen family's battle for DWP support after mum's PAH death
A Halesowen family is raising awareness and funds for PHA UK after Deborah Wells, 68, died following a 20-year battle with pulmonary arterial hypertension, a condition they say the DWP doesn't understand.
Birmingham doctor warns of fatal risk after South Korea surgery
Dr Janak Bechar warns that flying home days after surgery in South Korea can be fatal, citing blood clot risks and urging caution for medical tourists.
Nursery worker dies after Turkey weight-loss surgery
Morgan Ribeiro, 20, died after gastric sleeve surgery in Istanbul. Inquest rules peritonitis from rupture caused death. Father pays tribute.
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Dad's extreme October challenges for stillbirth research
Ben Moorhouse of Halifax will undertake two extreme endurance challenges in October, including a 30-mile walk to Manchester, to raise £2,626 for stillbirth research in memory of his daughter Kallipateira.
DWP confirms £7,000 shortfall to end with bumper payments
DWP ends £7,000 shortfall: dependants of asbestos and dust-disease victims will now receive £17,700, matching the rate paid to sufferers, from 31 October 2026.
Ovarian cancer symptoms mistaken for perimenopause
Kelly Hashemi, 41, died of ovarian cancer after symptoms were dismissed as perimenopause. Her husband Arya runs the Great North Run for St Bede's Hospice.
£70,000 payments confirmed for LGBT veterans by government
Veterans affected by the pre-2000 LGBT ban have 100 days left to apply for restorative measures, including payments up to £70,000, the government confirms.
Hospice urges Will writing during Make a Will Month
North Devon Hospice urges residents to write a Will during Make a Will Month, as only 37% of UK adults have one, and gifts fund care for 1 in 4 patients.
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State pension tax pledge confirmed by Treasury
HM Treasury confirms pensioners on full state pension only won't pay income tax under PM Burnham, but increments and SERPS remain taxable.
Dementia diagnosis waits: 45% in West Midlands face six-month delay
Nearly half of West Midlands dementia patients wait over six months for diagnosis, new survey shows. Alzheimer's Society urges 18-week national standard.
DWP £300 Winter Fuel Payment for Pensioners Confirmed
State pensioners get £300 Winter Fuel Payment from DWP in 2026, with £200 for under-80s and £300 for over-80s, paid in November or December.
Alzheimer's warning signs: experts reveal key symptoms
Two dementia experts reveal the key Alzheimer's symptoms, gender differences, and support tips ahead of World Alzheimer's Month in September.
Airshow Heroes: VIP Days Out for Cancer Families
Airshow Heroes, founded by Helen Webb, provides free VIP airshow experiences for families affected by cancer, starting with Hampshire Air Festival in September.
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Miscarriage ordeal after doctors said bleeding normal
Jodie Evans, 22, from Wolverhampton, suffered a miscarriage at home after being told by doctors her bleeding was normal and to wait five weeks for a scan.
NHS offers free HPV self-testing kits to 4 million women
NHS England has begun contacting four million women to offer free HPV self-testing kits. The initiative aims to boost cervical screening uptake, which currently stands at only two-thirds of those invited.
£100 extra for pre-1946 pensioners under Burnham
State pensioners born before 1946 get £100 extra as Winter Fuel Payment returns under PM Andy Burnham, with payments up to £300.
Swansea Hospital Launches Community Health Events
HMT Sancta Maria Hospital in Swansea has launched a community health events programme, starting with a menopause evening led by consultant Dr Sandar Hlaing on August 26, 2026.
Natalie Doorbar died after monkey dust relapse
Natalie Doorbar, 40, was found dead on December 27 after sending her mum a text on Boxing Day saying she 'would be back soon'. An inquest ruled her death drug-related.
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Parents back Rainbows Hospice appeal after son's hospital ordeal
Parents of two-year-old Kian Rughani, who has spent half his life in hospital, urge support for Rainbows Hospice Summer Appeal after its team helped them through their darkest hours.
Mum's plea to save family after double cancer tragedy
Laura Potter, 35, from Bromsgrove, is fundraising up to £100,000 for specialist cancer treatment in Germany for her mum Christine Woodus, 60, who has stage four bowel cancer, after losing her dad and brother to the disease.
Girl, 5, diagnosed with brain tumour after eye test
A five-year-old girl was diagnosed with a brain tumour just 12 hours after an eye test at Specsavers. Phoebe Carpenter, from St Neots, had surgery and is now under surveillance.
Personalised melanoma vaccine cuts death risk in trial
A personalised mRNA melanoma vaccine by Moderna and Merck reduced recurrence or death risk by 49% in a phase three trial, offering hope for NHS use as early as next year.
Bromsgrove woman's fundraising plea to save mum
Laura Potter, 35, from Bromsgrove, has launched a crowdfunder to pay for her mum Christine's cancer treatment in Germany after losing her dad and brother to the disease.
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NHS sends free at-home cervical screening kits to millions
The NHS will send free at-home cervical screening kits to millions of women in England, aiming to boost uptake and eliminate cervical cancer by 2040.
Race Across The World star Jo Gardiner dies aged 61
Jo Gardiner, 61, has died a year after son Sam. The BBC show star lost her cancer battle, family confirms.
Woman 'passes out' after NHS refused scan before miscarriage
Jodie Evans, 22, from Wolverhampton, claims NHS doctors dismissed her bleeding and refused a scan before she miscarried at home, passing out twice. She paid for a private scan that revealed her baby had died at six weeks and six days.
UK first in Europe to approve diabetes drug orforglipron
The UK becomes the first country in Europe to approve orforglipron (Foundayo), a GLP-1 tablet for weight management and type 2 diabetes, available in pharmacies from Monday.
Stem Cell Donor and Recipient to Run Marathon Together
Tom Lewis, who received a life-saving stem cell transplant for Hodgkin lymphoma, will run the Amsterdam Marathon with his donor Steve Kemp to raise funds for Anthony Nolan.
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Years dog food recalled after 57 dogs develop dry eye
Years has voluntarily recalled all Fresh Meals after 57 dogs developed keratoconjunctivitis sicca. The brand notified 40,000 customers on August 16. Buckwheat is potentially linked to the eye reactions.
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