Girls Aloud Honour Sarah Harding with Research Milestone
Girls Aloud reveal a new full-time breast cancer researcher has been appointed thanks to their fundraising in Sarah Harding's name. A legacy of hope and progress.
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Traitors Star Leanne Quigley Backs Essex Race for Life
The Traitors winner Leanne Quigley urges Essex to sign up for Cancer Research UK's Race for Life. Get 30% off in January and join events across the county to fund vital research.
Man's 'migraines' were incurable brain cancer
Andi Peel's headaches were dismissed as stress. He died from glioblastoma. His mum has raised over £53,000 for Brain Tumour Research, backing a new £2.6m AI research centre in Nottingham.
Mum backs £2.6m brain tumour research centre after son's death
A Leicestershire mum supports a new £2.6m brain tumour research centre in Nottingham, three years after losing her son to glioblastoma. The centre aims to find a cure for the aggressive cancer.
Photo flash reveals baby's rare eye cancer diagnosis
A mother spotted a white glow in her baby's eye in a photo, leading to a rare bilateral retinoblastoma diagnosis. Her story highlights crucial cancer awareness signs for parents.
Calum Best reveals mum Angie's cancer diagnosis
TV personality Calum Best shares heartbreaking news of his mother Angie's colon cancer diagnosis. He has launched a GoFundMe to fund her specialist treatment. Read the full story and find out how to help.
Join the Beat the Blues Walk for Childhood Cancer Support
Lennox Children’s Cancer Fund invites you to its Beat the Blues campaign this winter. Join a 10km walk in Epping Forest or a virtual challenge to provide vital support for families facing childhood cancer. Sign up and make a difference.
HPV: Experts Debunk Myths, Stress Screening Importance
Most people contract HPV, but experts say it's often harmless. Learn the facts about transmission, cancer risk, and why regular cervical screening is vital for prevention.
Nick Owen Recovers from Kidney Cancer Surgery
BBC Midlands Today presenter Nick Owen reveals he is recovering at home after surgery for kidney cancer, his second cancer diagnosis in just over two years. The 78-year-old veteran broadcaster praises the NHS.
Doctor: Itching Could Be a Sign of These 4 Cancers
An oncologist reveals four types of cancer where persistent itching can be a key symptom. Learn the signs and when to see your GP.
Sign Up for Leicestershire's Race for Life with 30% Off
Cancer Research UK's Race for Life events return to Leicestershire & Rutland in 2026. Sign up in January for 30% off entry. Join the fight against cancer.
£100k Grant to Predict Cancer from Harmless Lumps
A Cambridge researcher is using a £99,965 grant to analyse genetic clues in benign growths, aiming to save lives by distinguishing harmless lumps from deadly cancers. Read about the breakthrough.
Traitors Star Urges West Midlands to Join Race for Life
Traitors winner Leanne Quigley urges public to sign up for Cancer Research UK's Race for Life events across the West Midlands. Use code RFL26NY for 30% off entry in January.
BRCA2 duo take on Macmillan Mighty Hike to thank charity
Ali and Steph from Hackney, both carrying the BRCA2 gene, are taking on a marathon hike for Macmillan Cancer Support after the charity aided Steph's breast cancer journey. Their story highlights vital support services.
UK Funeral Costs Vary by £4,000 in Postcode Lottery
A shocking new study finds the price of a traditional funeral varies by nearly £4,000 across Britain, with London burial costs soaring to over £9,000. Discover the regional disparities and hidden fees.
Ex-Tiswas star drums for cancer research at 82
Peter Tomlinson, 82, a former Tiswas presenter and prostate cancer survivor, is drumming to raise another £1 million for Cancer Research UK after benefiting from a groundbreaking radiotherapy trial. Discover his inspiring story.
Lack of Grade A Space Holds Back Welsh Industrial Investment
New Knight Frank research reveals a sharp drop in large industrial take-up in Wales for 2025, driven by a critical shortage of modern Grade A space. Discover the market trends and future developments.
Woman's year-long half marathon challenge for brain tumours
Rebecca John, 37, from Gloucester, will run a half marathon every month in 2026 to fundraise for Brain Tumour Research, inspired by her brother and friend's diagnoses.
TV doctor's breast cancer diagnosis: Key symptoms listed
Strictly star Dr Punam Krishan reveals her 'shock' breast cancer diagnosis after a gut feeling. Learn the crucial symptoms and secondary signs to watch for.
TV doctor Punam Krishan diagnosed with breast cancer
TV doctor and Strictly Come Dancing star Dr Punam Krishan shares her breast cancer diagnosis, urging others to trust their instincts for early detection.
Bellway staff raise £60k+ for cancer research and local causes
Employees at Bellway Thames Gateway raised over £57,000 for Cancer Research UK and £3,300 for local charities in 2025 through golf days, hikes, and other events. Discover their inspiring community efforts.
UK First-Time Buyer Mortgage Hits Record £210,800
First-time buyers in the UK borrowed a record average of £210,800 in the year to September 2025, accounting for 20% of all housing market spending. Discover the driving factors behind this surge.
Surgeon awarded OBE for pioneering kidney transplant
Professor Michael Nicholson receives OBE for normothermic machine perfusion, a technique he pioneered in Leicester, transforming transplant medicine and saving lives.
70% of sole traders unprepared for HMRC's MTD shake-up
From April 2026, sole traders earning over £50,000 must adopt HMRC's Making Tax Digital. Research reveals 70% are unprepared, risking compliance issues. Learn how to adapt.
Teen's rare bone cancer death after mild limp sparks mum's warning
Emma Cleal urges parents to trust their instincts after her 13-year-old son Frank died from osteosarcoma, initially presenting only as a limp. Learn the signs of childhood cancer.
Poole Charity Choir Seeks New Singers for 2026
A Poole community choir supporting Dorset Cancer Care Foundation invites new members for 2026. Free taster sessions offered. Join to sing, find joy, and help local families battling cancer.
Cost of raising a child in UK soars to £249,000
New research shows the cost of raising a child to 18 has surged to £249,000, with childcare and teen years being the most expensive. Discover the full breakdown and expert analysis.
Diabetes Drug Trial for Aneurysms in UK
A major UK trial is investigating if metformin, a cheap diabetes medication, can stop the growth of deadly abdominal aortic aneurysms, offering new hope to thousands of patients.
Mum's breastfeeding pain was terminal cancer
Angel Madu, 39, an NHS nurse, faces her last Christmas after a lump she thought was from breastfeeding became terminal stage four cancer. Her family races to fund £75k treatment in Mexico.
Boy survives brain tumour after acid reflux misdiagnosis
Reggie Davison, 4, from West Yorkshire, beat a life-threatening medulloblastoma after initial symptoms were dismissed. Read his family's incredible story of survival and hope.
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