Tracy Shaw Gives Breast Cancer Chemo Update
Coronation Street actress Tracy Shaw, known for playing Maxine Peacock, has shared a health update after her first chemotherapy session for breast cancer, revealing she will donate her hair to charity.
Category : Cancer Care
Bromsgrove Teen's Tiredness Was Blood Cancer, Now Recovering
Leo Sproson, 17, diagnosed with acute myeloid leukaemia after mistaking fatigue for college stress. A stem cell donor was found, and he received a transplant in February.
New School Eye Care Service for SEND Children in Essex
A pioneering school-based eye care service, Bright Sight, will provide accessible eye tests for children with learning disabilities and autism in Essex, reducing stress for families.
Shrewsbury teen's 'anxiety' was brain tumour
A 16-year-old from Shrewsbury is sitting GCSEs after life-saving brain surgery for a tumour initially mistaken for a stomach bug or anxiety.
Beverley Callard Shares Cancer Update on Radiotherapy Delay
Coronation Street legend Beverley Callard, 69, reveals doctors say she should have started radiotherapy sooner but will begin treatment soon after moving to Ireland.
Woman's menopause symptoms were incurable lung cancer
Kim Oakhill, 51, was diagnosed with stage four lung cancer after doctors mistook her symptoms for perimenopause. She now needs £150,000 for private treatment.
24-Year Wait for Diagnosis of Pregnancy-Like Swelling
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.
Birmingham Woman Diagnosed with Breast Cancer on Wedding Day
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.
Sunbed Use for a Year Led to Skin Cancer Decades Later
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.
Belong Crewe Dementia Carer Support Action Week
Belong Crewe urges community support for dementia carers during Dementia Action Week, offering memory cafes, Admiral Nurses, and activities.
Birmingham Man's Hangover Turned Out to Be Brain Tumour
Ben Cornforth, 24, from Birmingham, initially thought his symptoms were a severe hangover but was later diagnosed with a brain tumour after a seizure.
Prince William: 'Couldn't Cope Without' Kate During Cancer Recovery
Prince William opens up about wife Kate's cancer recovery, calling her 'amazing' and revealing she is gradually returning to royal duties after difficult months.
Teen Rapes Girl, 6, Using Mobile Game Distraction
Harvey Charlton, 18, raped a 6-year-old girl while distracting her with a mobile game. Sentenced to hospital order due to learning disability.
Man Killed Carer with Brick, Hid Body in Flooded Home
David Walsh, 35, admitted manslaughter of Irene Mbugua, 46, at his Winson Green home. He was sentenced to life with a minimum of 12 years.
Vanessa Trump Reveals Breast Cancer Diagnosis, Family Support
Vanessa Trump, ex-wife of Donald Trump Jr., announces breast cancer diagnosis. She is working with medical team on treatment, surrounded by family love and support.
Birmingham Woman's Cancer Diagnosis on Wedding Day
Jay Kaur, 53, was told she had breast cancer on her niece's wedding day after doctors initially dismissed her lump as 'nothing serious.' She danced at the wedding despite the shock.
FCDO Warns of Ebola Outbreak in Rwanda and DRC
The UK Foreign Office has issued a travel warning for Rwanda and DRC following an Ebola outbreak with a 50% fatality rate. Border crossings may close at short notice.
Walsall Mum, 46, Awaits Life-Saving Lung Transplant
Kelly Cooley, 46, from Walsall, has pulmonary fibrosis and needs a double lung transplant. She urges families to discuss organ donation.
Kylie Minogue: Cancer Journey Still 'Difficult' to Discuss
Kylie Minogue, 57, tearfully reveals she still struggles to talk about her breast cancer journey, including a second diagnosis in 2021, in a new Netflix docuseries.
Jamie East Reveals Leukaemia Diagnosis and Brutal Treatment
Jamie East, the Birmingham-born Big Brother presenter, has shared his leukaemia diagnosis and the harsh side effects of treatment, while highlighting groundbreaking research.
Fourth Meningitis Case in Reading After Teen Death
A fourth case of meningitis B has been confirmed in Reading, linked to the same social network as previous cases, including the death of teenager Lewis Waters.
Survivor Speaks Out After Restaurant Manager Jailed for Abuse
A sexual abuse survivor has bravely spoken out after Richard Tung, a respected restaurant manager, was jailed for 12 years for abusing him as a child.
DWP Lists 26 Respiratory Conditions for £114 Weekly PIP
The DWP has released a list of 26 respiratory conditions that may qualify for Personal Independence Payment (PIP) of up to £114.60 per week, providing vital support for daily living tasks.
Teen Pneumonia Led to Coma and Chronic Lung Diagnosis
Claire Smith, 38, from Dudley, developed life-threatening sepsis and a collapsed lung after pneumonia at 14, leading to bronchiectasis. She has since completed a Sahara trek and London Marathon.
Girl, 8, Emergency Brain Surgery After Misdiagnosis
Lacie Feeney, 8, from Wolverhampton, underwent emergency brain surgery after being misdiagnosed with tonsillitis at New Cross Hospital.
Health Worker Hospitalised with Hantavirus Symptoms
A healthcare worker from Ascension Island with hantavirus symptoms is treated in London. Nine asymptomatic individuals linked to the MV Hondius outbreak arrive in the UK.
Birmingham Woman Dies After Allergic Reaction to Antibiotic
June Cartwright, 88, died at Good Hope Hospital after an allergic reaction to amoxicillin, despite a known penicillin intolerance. An inquest ruled the drug was reasonably administered.
Teacher used spy pens for 1 million upskirt photos
Mathew Gilkes, 47, used hidden cameras in pens to take over a million upskirt pictures of pupils and posed as a teen online to groom girls.
Gardener Urges Skin Cancer Vigilance After Surviving Melanoma
Alice Connor, a gardener from Wyke Regis, is sharing her melanoma journey during Skin Cancer Awareness Month to highlight early warning signs and the importance of seeking help.
Baby Preston Davey: Injuries 'Consistent with Sexual Abuse'
A 13-month-old boy had injuries consistent with sexual abuse before his death, a court heard. The toddler also had 30 bruises and a possible bite mark.
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