Baby Diagnosed with Rare Cancer After White Flash in Eye
A baby from Penrith was diagnosed with aggressive bilateral retinoblastoma after his parents noticed crossed eyes and a white reflection in camera flash photos, risking his sight.
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Queenscourt Hospice Cuts Beds Amid £2 Million Deficit
Queenscourt Hospice reduces in-patient beds from 10 to five and cuts core services due to a £2 million deficit, warning of potential closure within 18 months without urgent action.
Mum with Stage 4 Cancer Runs Marathon for Maggie's
Sarah, a 47-year-old from Oxfordshire battling adrenal cancer, is set to run the London Marathon this April to raise funds for Maggie's cancer support charity, inspiring others with her resilience.
Chesterfield Mum Praises Hospice Support After Daughter's Loss
A Chesterfield mother shares how Ashgate Hospice's Family Support Group helped her four-year-old daughter cope with her grandmother's death, highlighting ongoing bereavement care.
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Cancer Patient Extends Wedding Fundraiser After GP Dismissal
A 24-year-old woman, diagnosed with stage 4 Hodgkin's lymphoma after being dismissed by her GP, has increased her fundraiser target to fund her dream wedding while relocating for treatment.
Bridgend Nurse Wins Lifetime Award for Parkinson's Care
Louise Ebenezer, a Parkinson's Nurse Specialist in Bridgend, receives a Lifetime Achievement award for her 23-year career transforming patient care, while Sandville Self Help Foundation earns a Community Support Award.
Cancer Survivor Becomes Children's Nurse to Help Others
Dan Laird, diagnosed with leukaemia at age six, has become a children's nurse after beating cancer. Now 33, he works on a Midlands ward, using his experience to support sick kids and their families.
Woman's Cancer Battle After Doctors Dismissed Symptoms
Kelly Underwood, 25, from Sutton Coldfield, was repeatedly told by doctors she was fine before being diagnosed with stage four Hodgkin's lymphoma. Now facing specialist treatment in Manchester, she and partner Olivia Read are planning their wedding.
Cancer Survivor Baby Now Runs Half Marathons in Birmingham
Elizabeth Rees-Gilbert was given months to live as a baby with neuroblastoma. A clinical trial at Birmingham Children's Hospital saved her life. Now in her thirties, she runs half marathons.
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Alan Davies Cancer-Free After Bladder Cancer Battle
Comedian Alan Davies, 60, reveals he has been given the all-clear following a bladder cancer diagnosis in 2024. He shared his health update on The Jonathan Ross Show.
Stomach Bug Symptoms Reveal Rare Aggressive Blood Cancer
Jess Gibelli, 28, initially dismissed nausea and bloating as a stomach bug, but was diagnosed with Non-Hodgkin Burkitt lymphoma after her heart rate hit 160. She has undergone emergency surgery and intensive chemotherapy.
Baby's Cancer Diagnosis Revealed by Photo Reflection in Birmingham
Ten-month-old Bohdan from Cumbria is undergoing chemotherapy in Birmingham for bilateral retinoblastoma, a rare eye cancer, after his parents noticed crossed eyes and a white reflection in photos.
Michael Barrymore Recovers from Surgery in Devon
Former TV star Michael Barrymore, 73, is recovering from painful hernia surgery at his new Devon home, sharing his recovery journey with fans online.
Vet's 5 Essential Easter Safety Tips for Dog Owners
A leading veterinary expert outlines five critical actions dog owners must take this Easter to protect pets from chocolate poisoning and other holiday hazards, ensuring a safe and fun celebration for all.
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Back Pain Turns Out to Be Terminal Prostate Cancer for Dad
Grant Learmont, 40, thought his back pain was muscular but was diagnosed with stage 4 prostate cancer. He's now raising awareness that the disease can affect younger people.
Hospice Promotes Nutrition and Hydration for Patient Well-being
Moya Cole Hospice organized a week of activities to emphasize the crucial role of nutrition and hydration in palliative care, supporting patient comfort and health.
Son Demands Ian Paterson Serves Full 20-Year Sentence
Dan Hudson, whose mother was a victim of disgraced surgeon Ian Paterson, calls for the 'butcher' to serve his full sentence and criticizes lack of public attention on the medical scandal.
Clinical Trial Saves Baby from Cancer, Now She Runs Marathons
Elizabeth Rees-Gilbert was given a bleak prognosis at four months old but a groundbreaking clinical trial at Birmingham Children's Hospital changed her fate. Now in her thirties, she's running half marathons.
Birmingham Man's 'Flush Fiction' Book Aids Cancer Patients
Liam Kerry, diagnosed with stage 4 bowel cancer, wrote 100-word stories for bathroom reading to uplift others. His book, published posthumously, raises funds for Bowel Cancer UK.
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Thousands Miss £9,724 DWP End-of-Life Benefits
New data shows 34% of terminally ill people fail to claim non-means-tested disability benefits worth up to £9,724 annually under Special Rules for End of Life.
Deborah Douglas's Private Healthcare Nightmare
Deborah Douglas discovered a breast lump in 2003, leading to a traumatic journey with surgeon Ian Paterson. Her story highlights the devastating impact of medical negligence and the long road to recovery.
Davina McCall Opens Up About Cancer Diagnosis Experience
Television presenter Davina McCall shares emotional details of her brain tumour and breast cancer diagnoses, urging women to remain vigilant with health checks.
Canterbury Man Finds Strength in Hospice Care After Cancer
Lawrence Fox, a 68-year-old former construction manager from Canterbury, shares how Pilgrims Hospices has supported him through pancreatic cancer with mindfulness, art, and community groups, highlighting the holistic benefits of hospice care in east Kent.
Amy Dowden Shares Reality of Chemotherapy in Side-by-Side Photos
Strictly Come Dancing professional Amy Dowden has shared powerful before-and-after photos documenting her breast cancer journey, revealing the physical changes from chemotherapy and celebrating her recovery.
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Bradford NHS Nurses Retire After 90+ Years of Service
Two senior breast care nurses, Mandy Blackburn and Kath Kitchen, retire from Bradford Teaching Hospitals after over 90 combined years in the NHS, having supported thousands through breast cancer journeys.
Expert Praises East Cheshire Hospice as Inspirational in End-of-Life Care
Dr Kathryn Mannix, a leading palliative care specialist, commended East Cheshire Hospice for its exemplary work during a talk with BBC's Nick Robinson, highlighting its community outreach and smooth patient pathways.
LOROS Nurse Wins First Hospice DAISY Award in UK
Chloe Webster, a nurse at LOROS Hospice in Leicester, has been awarded the first DAISY Award in a hospice setting in the UK, recognised for her compassionate care that treats patients like family.
Macmillan Centre's HOPE Course Aids Cancer Survivors
The Southport Macmillan Centre introduces a six-week HOPE course to help cancer patients adjust to life after treatment, alongside promoting bowel and lung cancer screening initiatives.
MAFS Star Mel Schilling's Final Words to Daughter Revealed
Married At First Sight star Mel Schilling's husband has revealed her poignant final message to their 10-year-old daughter Maddie before her death from colon cancer at age 54.
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84-Year-Old Brummie Becomes UK's Oldest Kidney Donor
Graham Sisson, 84, donated his kidney to save his son-in-law Ian Tonks, who had only months to live after years of dialysis. The successful transplant at Manchester Royal Infirmary marks a medical milestone.
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