DVLA: Sleep Condition Drivers Face £1000 Fine
The DVLA warns drivers with excessive sleepiness from conditions like sleep apnoea must declare it or risk a £1000 fine and prosecution. Check if you're affected.
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Blue Badge holders face £1,000 fines over DVLA rules
Disabled Blue Badge holders could be hit with a £1,000 fine and a driving ban for failing to declare certain medical conditions to the DVLA. Learn the rules to stay legal.
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.
Boy, 12, saves mum's life as she faints driving to Birmingham
A quick-thinking 12-year-old boy from Wales averted disaster when his mother fainted while driving on the A40. Read his incredible story of bravery and calm under pressure.
Dog undergoes emergency surgery after swallowing bauble
A one-year-old dog from Birmingham had a lucky escape after swallowing a sharp ceramic Christmas tree bauble, requiring emergency endoscopic surgery. Read his incredible survival story.
Angry Ginge reveals Aitch's unaired jungle medical scare
I'm A Celebrity winner Angry Ginge has disclosed a serious unaired medical incident involving rapper Aitch in the jungle, during a record-breaking livestream. Discover the shocking details.
Golden Retriever Milo survives swallowing ceramic bauble
A Birmingham family's Christmas was nearly ruined after their Golden Retriever, Milo, ate a ceramic teddy bear ornament. The one-year-old dog needed urgent endoscopic surgery. Learn how to keep your pets safe this festive season.
Driver dies in Moseley medical emergency
A male driver has died following a medical emergency in Moseley, Birmingham. Emergency services rushed to Wake Green Road but could not save him. Read the full story.
Driver dies in Birmingham medical emergency
A male driver has died following a medical emergency on Wake Green Road in Moseley, Birmingham. Emergency services were called at 7.28am on December 22. Read the full story.
Passenger speaks out on 'dead' gran EasyJet flight
A passenger on the EasyJet flight from Malaga describes the moment fellow travellers saw the 'fragile' 89-year-old woman. Read the full shocking account.
PIP overhaul: Mandatory medical reviews every two years
The DWP announces major changes to Personal Independence Payment (PIP), introducing mandatory bi-annual medical assessments to control costs and target support. Learn what it means for claimants.
Harley Street Health Centre Celebrates 27 Years of Service
London's Harley Street Health Centre celebrates 27 years of trusted private GP care, built on transparent pricing, rapid results, and patient-first service. Discover the clinic's legacy.
Pupil dies after medical emergency at Newcastle school
A pupil has tragically died after a major emergency response at St Wilfrid's RC College in Newcastle. The school is closed as the community mourns.
Junior Doctors Strike: NHS Midlands Issues Urgent Public Advice
NHS Midlands urges public to use 111 for urgent medical help as junior doctors begin a five-day strike. Health Secretary's offer rejected. Key festive period impacted.
Fit runner dies after heart pain misdiagnosed as indigestion
A coroner found Kristian Hudson's fatal heart disease could have been treated if a simple protein test had been performed. His family demands accountability to prevent future deaths.
Man seriously injured in Birmingham street stabbing
A man has been taken to hospital with serious injuries after a reported stabbing on Portland Road, Edgbaston. West Midlands Police are investigating the incident.
New 30mph speed limits on 27 Birmingham roads
Birmingham enforces new 30mph limits on 27 major routes, cutting speeds from 40mph. Council declares 'road safety emergency' with new cameras installed. Find out which roads are affected.
Birmingham Clash Over Public Safety Emergency Call
Conservative councillors demand a public safety emergency in Birmingham after stabbings, but Labour says crime is falling and action is already a top priority. Read the full debate.
Fire near Birmingham New Street Station, city centre
Emergency services are tackling a building fire in Birmingham city centre this morning, close to New Street station and Grand Central. Video shows smoke billowing. More details to follow.
Serious Pedestrian Injury in Digbeth Bus Collision
A man has been rushed to hospital with potentially serious injuries after being hit by a bus on Digbeth High Street. Emergency services were called to the scene opposite Birmingham Coach Station.
Birmingham A&E waiting times worsen
New data reveals a worrying rise in A&E waiting times at Birmingham hospitals, with fewer patients seen within the four-hour target. Read the full report on the trust's performance.
Inquest finds hospital failings in death of girl, 12
A coroner's jury found missed tests for a rare brain disorder and inadequate care possibly contributed to the death of 12-year-old Mia Lucas after she was sectioned.
Cancer misdiagnosed as IBS twice before terminal diagnosis
Lauren Carey, 30, from Surrey, urges others to seek second opinions after her aggressive cancer symptoms were twice misdiagnosed as food intolerance and IBS by doctors.
NHS Doctor Warns of Rising Medical Scams
BBC's Dr Punam Krishan warns about a surge in fake GP calls, AI doctor deepfakes and fraudulent online pharmacies. Learn how to protect yourself from these health scams.
Alex Scott's Jungle Medical Emergency Over Tick Bite
I'm A Celeb's Alex Scott details her panic after a tick bite forced a secret medical visit and reveals the emotional turmoil over her girlfriend's absence. Read the full story.
Birmingham Councillors Row Over Safety Emergency
Conservatives demand Birmingham Council declare a public safety emergency after violent attacks, but Labour accuses them of 'playing politics'. Read the full story.
Women's Health Symptoms Often Dismissed by Doctors
Dr Amir Khan reveals women face medical gaslighting as symptoms are frequently dismissed. Learn about the gender health gap and how to advocate for proper care.
UK woman dies after BBL surgery in Turkey
Inquest into Hayley Dowell's death after cosmetic surgery in Istanbul is postponed. The coroner raises concerns over Brits seeking elective procedures abroad.
Birmingham 'hazmat' scare was egg and flour fight
A major 999 response in Small Heath was triggered by a teenage egg and flour fight mistaken for a hazardous materials incident. Three children were assessed by paramedics.
Life Sciences Week 2026 Dates Announced
Birmingham will host Life Sciences Week 2026 from Sept 21-25. The event unites biotech, pharma, and academia leaders. Book your place now to join the UK's premier life sciences gathering.
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