New Chair Boosts Comfort for Brain Tests at Glangwili Hospital
Hywel Dda Health Charities has funded a £3,472 high-tech reclining chair for EEG tests at Glangwili Hospital, improving patient comfort and diagnostic accuracy.
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Black Country Man Shocked by Rare Liver Disease Diagnosis
Connor Armstrong, 22, from Oldbury, was diagnosed with rare Seronegative Autoimmune Hepatitis at age 15. He now raises funds for the British Liver Trust by running the Birmingham Black Country Half Marathon.
NHS Approves New Migraine Drug Atogepant
NICE has approved atogepant for acute migraine treatment in adults, offering relief to millions. The drug is recommended when standard treatments fail, with clinical trials showing a quarter of patients pain-free after two hours.
Ex-Dudley Doctor Denies 45 Sex Offences Against Patients
A former Dudley GP has pleaded not guilty to 45 sexual offences, including rape and sexual assault, allegedly committed against 17 female patients between 2008 and 2013.
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New Mental Health Facility Construction Starts in Erdington
Construction has started on a new £12m mental health facility in Erdington, Birmingham, set to open in 2025, providing 24 inpatient beds for adults.
NHS Updates PMOS Guidance for 4 Million Women
The NHS now recommends that up to 4 million women with irregular periods be checked for polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS), a common but underdiagnosed condition.
Ali's Dream Charity Raises Over £1 Million for Brain Tumour
Ali's Dream, founded after Alison Phelan's death from a brain tumour, has raised over £1 million in 25 years, funding research and helping establish Brain Tumour Research.
Racism and Safety Issues at Sandwell Hospital Maternity
A damning report into Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust's maternity services reveals widespread racism, staff shortages, and a neonatal mortality rate 5% higher than comparable trusts.
Former Doctor Denies 45 Sex Offences Against Patients
A former Birmingham doctor has denied 45 sexual offences against multiple patients, including assault and voyeurism, spanning several years.
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Knitting halves dementia risk, boosts brain health
Knitting may reduce dementia risk by up to 50%, according to researcher Neil K Shah. The hobby combines motor skills, pattern recognition, and mindfulness, offering cognitive, physical, and mental health benefits.
Tamworth sisters diagnosed with incurable muscle condition
Millie Bampton, 25, from Tamworth, was diagnosed with limb girdle muscular dystrophy at age 7 after struggling in PE. She now walks 150 miles in July to raise funds and awareness for Muscular Dystrophy UK, as her 13-year-old sister Lola has never walked d
Redditch photographer jailed for over eight years for abusing girls
Steven Liles, 60, from Redditch, exploited his photographer role to abuse girls, sentenced to eight years and six months in prison for sex and voyeurism offences.
Doncaster comedian raises £8,500 for prostate unit
Gary Dunnicliff, known as Gary Marshall, raised £8,500 for Doncaster Royal Infirmary's Urology Department after his own prostate cancer diagnosis in 2024.
Sue Ryder Manorlands Hospice Rose Garden Refurbished
Sue Ryder Manorlands Hospice's rose garden has been beautifully refurbished thanks to a generous donation from former trustee Margaret Moore OBE, creating a peaceful space for patients, families, and staff.
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Birmingham hospital approves drug to delay type 1 diabetes
Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Birmingham has announced NHS approval of teplizumab, a drug that delays type 1 diabetes onset, following the UK's largest screening study.
Acorns Big Summer Swim Fundraiser for Ill Children
Acorns Children's Hospice launches Big Summer Swim challenge, urging participants to swim lengths and raise funds for life-changing care for seriously ill children across the Midlands.
Aston woman's endometriosis diagnosis after years of pain
Sapphire Nottingham, 25, from Aston, endured years of 'humiliating' symptoms before paying privately for an MRI that diagnosed deep infiltrating endometriosis and adenomyosis.
Dad's plea: 'We only have one chance in life' after bowel cancer
A West Midlands father diagnosed with stage 3 bowel cancer urges others not to ignore symptoms, stressing early detection saves lives.
Coronation Street's Tracy Shaw Emotional in Hospital Cancer Update
Coronation Street star Tracy Shaw breaks down in tears during an A&E visit, thanking NHS staff and highlighting challenges of cancer treatment amid heatwave and unmasked workers.
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Skin Cancer Signs Beyond Moles Often Overlooked
Doctors urge public to watch for subtle skin cancer signs like pink patches, scaly areas, or non-healing sores, not just moles. Early detection is crucial as cases rise.
Cody Gakpo and partner announce loss of unborn son
Liverpool and Netherlands star Cody Gakpo and his partner Noa van der Bij have announced the devastating loss of their unborn son, Elijah, who passed away during pregnancy.
State Pensioners Warned: Extra £500 Needed
Single state pensioners need an extra £500 as the minimum income standard rises to £13,900, reflecting increased living costs. Experts urge annual retirement plan reviews.
New Walk-In Chest X-Ray Service in Stockport
A new walk-in chest x-ray service in Stockport allows people over 40 with lung symptoms to get checked without a GP appointment, aiming for early lung cancer detection.
Duathlete's Rare Tick-Borne Encephalitis Diagnosis Story
A duathlete who suffered severe brain inflammation from tick-borne encephalitis describes the pain as 'an alien trying to get out' of his head, urging vaccination for those in tick-prone areas.
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Dorset Podiatrist Wins Diamond Lifetime Achievement Award
Debbie Sharman, a Bournemouth consultant podiatrist, has received the Royal College of Podiatry Diamond Lifetime Achievement Award for her outstanding contribution to diabetic foot care and podiatry.
Neurosurgeon Runs 100 Miles for Evie Dove
A London neurosurgeon who cared for 13-year-old Evie Dove before her death from a brain tumour is running 100 miles in July to raise £2,000 for the Evie Dove Foundation, which trains NHS paediatric staff.
NHS Essex Pilots Sponge Test for Oesophageal Cancer Risk
A new Capsule Sponge test, piloted by the NHS in Essex, can identify oesophageal cancer risk in seven minutes without sedation, offering early detection for patients with acid reflux.
Andy Burnham Backs PIP Workplace Change If He Becomes PM
Andy Burnham rules out crude DWP cuts but backs linking PIP to work, causing concern among disability groups like Benefits and Work.
Morrisons Recalls Chicken Pasta Over Milk Allergy Risk
Morrisons recalls Coronation Chicken Pasta due to undeclared milk; customers urged to return for refund. Also, fruit recall for Salmonella across UK supermarkets.
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Derby nurse honoured for 40 years of NHS mental health service
Julian Bannister, a community mental health nurse in Derby, has been recognised with a 40 Years' Service Award for his dedication to transforming mental health care across Derbyshire since 1986.
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