Man's flu symptoms were deadly brain tumour
Kieran Shingler, 26, from Warrington, tragically died from a brain tumour after mistaking symptoms for flu. Read his family's tribute and the warning signs.
Kieran Shingler, 26, from Warrington, tragically died from a brain tumour after mistaking symptoms for flu. Read his family's tribute and the warning signs.
Ollie Cook, 23, from Lincolnshire, ignored fatigue and brain fog during his law degree. His collapse revealed a pituitary tumour. Read his story and learn about brain tumour symptoms.
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Kieran Shingler, 26, from Warrington, died after flu-like symptoms were diagnosed as a grade three astrocytoma brain tumour. Read his family's tribute.
Katie-Jo Bartlett, 19, from Newcastle, saw colours on her exam paper and had an unsteady gait. Initially dismissed as exam stress, she was later diagnosed with a brain tumour. Read her story.
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.
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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Jack Syder-Mills from Norwich will run six consecutive half marathons starting New Year's Eve to raise funds for Brain Tumour Research, inspired by his sister's diagnosis. Support his challenge.
Music legend Barry Manilow reveals lung cancer diagnosis after bronchitis battle. Surgery scheduled, January concerts postponed. Read his full statement and recovery plan.
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José Maria from Redhill honours son Chevy's memory by fundraising for the Brain Tumour Research Christmas Appeal. He aims to change the 1% funding statistic and find a cure.
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Lorna Collins from Amersham wins the Alex Richardson Achiever of the Year Award for her creative work supporting brain injury survivors. Discover her inspiring story.
A Birmingham GP highlights lesser-known lung cancer symptoms, urging awareness as the disease claims 35,000 UK lives yearly. Learn the signs and when to see a doctor.
Harriet Trewhitt, 21, had half her tongue removed due to cancer. Rebuilt with arm skin, her forearm tattoo now sits inside her mouth. She backs Cancer Research UK's vital funding drive.
Sharon Lindsay celebrates beating breast cancer by organising a charity darts day in Caythorpe on Dec 28, 2025. Funds raised will support Macmillan Cancer Support and Nottingham Maggie's Centre. Join the community event.
Katie-Jo Bartlett, 19, had her brain tumour symptoms repeatedly dismissed as GCSE stress by GPs. Her story highlights the vital signs of brain tumours and the importance of seeking a second opinion.
A festive concert at Leeds Minster raised vital funds for Macmillan's cancer support services, featuring music, readings, and a powerful personal story from a local resident.
Varden Callaghan, 8, from Bromley, completed the Santa in the City 5km run with his family after beating a brain tumour. They raised over £2,000 for Brain Tumour Research's vital Christmas appeal.
Jo Day, 50, was diagnosed with early-stage bowel cancer after spotting a key symptom. Having lost 15 loved ones to cancer, she now urges everyone to check their NHS screening eligibility.
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Shanice Bennett, 26, was told a breast lump was likely a blocked milk duct. It was stage four terminal cancer. She's now living her bucket list.
TV presenter Adrian Chiles announces a squamous cell carcinoma diagnosis after a biopsy. He details his operation and a frustrating 23-day wait for NHS results. Read his full story.
An 11-year-old from Thundersley, now cancer-free after a rare sarcoma battle, stars in a local charity's Christmas campaign. Gold Geese supports families fighting childhood cancer in South East Essex. Donate to bring festive joy.
Southport Macmillan Centre confirms its holiday opening hours and reflects on a year supporting over 80% of local cancer patients. Read their annual message and survey call.
ITV's Dr Amir Khan lists five crucial signs, like a cough lasting three weeks, that need a doctor's check to rule out serious illness. Don't burden A&E with minor issues.
Criscilla Crossland Anderson, star of Netflix's 'Country Ever After', has died at 45 from colon cancer. She left a heartbreaking final message for her fans and children. Read the full tribute.