Ice Fishers Rescued After Ice Shelf Breaks Away in Ontario
Twenty-three ice fishers were dramatically rescued after an ice shelf detached from Georgian Bay shores in Ontario due to unseasonably warm weather and strong winds.
Category : Health
UK Cancer Survival Rates Rise, But Inequalities Loom Large
New analysis shows a 29% drop in cancer death rates over 40 years, yet stark inequalities and Brexit impacts threaten progress. Ministers face urgent calls to address lapses in treatment and prevention.
Teenagers Arrested After Baby Injured in Grimsby
A teenage boy and girl have been arrested in Grimsby after a baby was hospitalized with serious unexplained injuries. Police have sealed off a home on Railway Street as investigations continue.
Difficult People Accelerate Biological Ageing, Study Finds
New research reveals that negative relationships, termed 'hasslers,' can increase biological ageing by up to nine months per person, linking chronic stress to accelerated physiological decline.
Martyn Butler, Terrence Higgins Trust Co-Founder, Dies
Martyn Butler, who co-founded the Terrence Higgins Trust in 1982, Britain's leading HIV charity, has passed away at 71. His legacy includes pioneering HIV/AIDS support and advocacy during a time of stigma and government reluctance.
18-Year Gap in Healthy Life Expectancy Across UK Regions
A stark health inequality report reveals girls born in Barnsley have 53 years of good health versus 71 in Wokingham, prompting calls for a national plan to address social determinants like poverty and air pollution.
Enfield Measles Outbreak 45x More Infectious Than COVID
Enfield's measles vaccination rate of 64.3% is far below the national average, leading to 71 of London's 127 cases. Experts warn this outbreak highlights health inequalities and vaccine fatigue across boroughs.
Multivitamin Slows Biological Aging by Four Months in Study
A two-year study reveals daily multivitamin use slowed biological aging markers in older adults, equating to four months less aging, though clinical benefits remain unclear.
Trauma Surgeon on Westminster Attack and Healthcare Humanity
Shehan Hettiaratchy, who treated victims of the 2017 Westminster terror attack, discusses balancing clinical detachment with emotional connection in trauma surgery, his experiences in conflict zones, and the need for better support for healthcare workers.
Reverse Cowgirl: Women Dislike It, Men Find It 'Sexy'
A new survey reveals reverse cowgirl is widely disliked by women due to discomfort and lack of intimacy, while many men praise it as 'sexy as hell'.
Mother Starts Church Sex Ed Class as States Scale Back Requirements
A Mississippi mother launched comprehensive sexuality education at her church after finding school options inadequate. As states reduce requirements, faith communities increasingly fill the gap with medically accurate programs.
Fiji's HIV Epidemic: World's Fastest-Growing Crisis
Fiji records over 1,200 HIV diagnoses in early 2025, marking the world's fastest-growing epidemic. UN cites drug trafficking, meth use, unsafe practices, and stigma as key drivers.
Teens Arrested After Leaving Cannabis and Cash at NZ Charity Shop
Two teenagers in New Zealand were arrested after a rucksack containing cannabis and over $3,700 in cash was found in a charity shop donation area.
Tampon Lost for 6 Weeks Nearly Causes Toxic Shock Syndrome
A mother of three experienced weeks of pain and discharge before discovering a forgotten tampon lodged inside her body, with doctors warning she was days from potentially fatal toxic shock syndrome.
NHS Halts Hormone Treatment for New Teen Patients
The NHS has paused new prescriptions of gender-affirming hormone drugs for under-18s following a review that found insufficient evidence of benefits or harms.
London Schools May Bar Unvaccinated Kids in Measles Crisis
Health officials in London are considering banning unvaccinated children from schools during a measles outbreak centered in Enfield, where vaccination rates have plummeted.
Man Turns Blue from Bedsheet Dye, Rushed to Hospital
A Derbyshire man was rushed to A&E after turning blue from head to toe, only to discover the culprit was dye from his unwashed new bedsheets.
Man in 30s Critical After Harlesden Stabbing
A man in his 30s is fighting for life after being stabbed during a fight on Harrow Road in Brent. Police are investigating with no arrests made yet.
Hollyoaks: Diane's Cancer Timeline Revealed, Tony Sobs
In emotional Hollyoaks scenes, Diane Hutchinson shares her Stage 4 ovarian cancer diagnosis, revealing she has about six months left to live, leaving husband Tony devastated.
Blind Dog's Love Saves Owner After Heart Attacks
Luke, a blind Australian shepherd, rescued from a horse farm, uses his senses to navigate fearlessly. His owner credits his unwavering devotion with helping her recover from two heart attacks, teaching lessons in tolerance and joy.
Testing the 90-Second Rule for Emotional Control
A journalist attempts to apply neuroanatomist Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor's 90-second rule for managing emotions, discovering that brief timeouts may not be practical for daily anger and anxiety.
Tiffany Opens Up About Nervous Breakdown and Life Changes
80s music sensation Tiffany Darwish discusses her nervous breakdown, long Covid battle, divorce, and how cooking helped her heal while enjoying a surprise career resurgence.
UKHSA Probes Legionnaires' Cases in London
Health authorities are investigating a cluster of Legionnaires' disease cases in North and South West London, working to identify potential sources and connections between infections.
EastEnders Star's Mental Health Journey and Career Shift
Former EastEnders actress Luisa Bradshaw-White opens up about her severe mental health crisis, psychiatric hospitalization, and how she found healing through dance and breathwork ceremonies after leaving acting.
NHS Dental Crisis: Low-Income Patients Forced Private
A watchdog reveals a sharp rise in private dentistry use in England, with nearly a third of people now paying for care, disproportionately affecting poorer households and vulnerable groups.
Girl's Miraculous Survival After Kidney Failure and Cancer
A mother shares her daughter's incredible journey from near-fatal kidney failure to beating bowel cancer, highlighting the crucial role of charity support.
Plucking Grey Hair Myth: No Growth, Risk of Loss
Experts reveal that plucking a grey hair does not cause two to grow back; instead, repeated plucking can damage follicles, leading to permanent hair loss.
Suspected Financial Exploitation of Elderly Parents
A concerned son from Bolton suspects his sister-in-law is exploiting his elderly parents financially after a large cash gift and a new luxury car appear. Legal experts warn about elder financial abuse.
London Girl, 9, Beats Kidney Failure, Cancer and Surgery Issues
Bay McNeill, from Barking, has battled life-threatening health issues since age two, including kidney failure requiring a transplant and rare bowel cancer, with support from charity Spread a Smile.
Facial Reconstruction Released for Man Found in Reservoir
Dyfed-Powys Police have released a facial reconstruction of a man found in Claerwen Reservoir in 2024, seeking public help to identify him after extensive investigations failed.
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