Emergency at Edgbaston Reservoir: Man in 20s Hospitalised
A man in his 20s was rescued from Edgbaston Reservoir and given advanced life support. Emergency services responded to the incident near Icknield Port Road. Read the latest updates.
Category : Health
Free Virtual Lymphoma Support Workshop for Wales
Lymphoma Action hosts a free, virtual Live Your Life workshop for people in Wales affected by lymphoma. Book now for emotional and practical support on February 12.
New 'Three Strikes' Rule for All GP Surgeries in England
A new 'three strikes' rule, Jess's Rule, is being rolled out across all GP surgeries in England from this week to ensure persistent symptoms are never ignored.
Disability benefit rates confirmed for April increase
Millions on PIP, DLA and Attendance Allowance will see weekly payments rise from April 6, 2026. Get the new rates and what it means for you.
Birmingham shop fined £24k over pests in crisps
A Handsworth supermarket must pay nearly £24,000 after environmental health officers discovered a live mouse and cockroaches in the crisps section. Read the full court report.
Chocolate recall over undeclared nuts allergy risk
A popular chocolate product has been urgently pulled from UK supermarket shelves due to an undeclared nut allergy risk. Find out the batch codes and what to do if you've bought it.
18 UK areas face 12-hour power cut risk from winds
The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for strong winds, risking 12-hour power cuts and travel disruption across 18 UK regions on Tuesday. See the full list of affected areas.
Midwife Agnes Nisbett Honoured with Honorary Doctorate
Agnes Nisbett, a pioneering midwife who transformed care for mothers of stillborn babies, receives an honorary Doctorate of Science from the University of Leicester. Read her inspiring story.
PIP payment rise confirmed for April 2026
Personal Independence Payment rates will rise in April, giving claimants up to £372 extra per year. Get the full details on the new benefit rates and what it means for you.
UK Snow Bomb: Half of England Faces Heavy Snowfall
A major snow event is forecast to blanket southern England, Wales, and parts of Northern Ireland on January 27. Discover which counties are most at risk and which areas will be spared.
Free Home Grants Extended to 5,000 More Households
A £50 million boost to the Disabled Facilities Grant means thousands more can claim free home adaptation grants worth up to £36,000 for stairlifts, ramps, and more.
Why Joints Ache in Winter & How to Ease the Pain
Discover the biological reasons winter worsens joint pain and stiffness. Get practical, expert-backed advice on staying active, warm, and comfortable through the colder months.
Snow bomb to hit 17 UK counties next week
A major snowstorm is forecast to sweep across the UK from January 26, bringing heavy snow to 17 counties from Bedfordshire to Scotland. Temperatures could plummet to -4°C.
Birmingham hospital worker died after missed aneurysm diagnosis
A devoted father-of-three died at the hospital where he worked after a brain aneurysm was found but never communicated to him. Read the full investigation findings.
Ryan Moloney quits Celebrity SAS over ADHD struggle
Neighbours actor Ryan Moloney withdraws from Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins after a severe mental health episode linked to his ADHD. Read the full emotional story.
Piers Morgan breaks femur, needs new hip after fall
TV presenter Piers Morgan reveals he fractured his femur in a serious fall at a London hotel restaurant, requiring hip replacement surgery and crutches for six weeks. Get the full story.
Wolverhampton house fire: Police cordon after overnight blaze
Emergency services tackled a serious house fire on Wendover Road in Wolverhampton. No injuries reported as police investigate the cause. Avoid the area.
Wolverhampton house fire: Police seal off scene
Four fire crews tackled a serious house fire on Wendover Road in Wolverhampton. Police have sealed off the scene as an investigation begins. Read the latest.
Three dead in Karachi shopping centre blaze
A major fire at Karachi's Gul Plaza shopping centre has left at least three people dead and a dozen injured. Read the latest on the tragedy and Pakistan's ongoing fire safety issues.
Mum dies weeks after A&E bowel cancer diagnosis
Sharan Sandhu died weeks after a stage 4 bowel cancer diagnosis. Her sister shares the story to raise awareness about missed symptoms and emergency diagnosis.
Hospital's missed aneurysm leaves three boys without their dad
A devoted father died after a brain aneurysm was found but not communicated. His partner speaks of lifelong pain and demands NHS change to prevent future heartbreak.
Dad died unaware of brain aneurysm found in NHS scan
A devoted father died without being told a scan found a fatal brain aneurysm. An inquest heard of NHS communication failings. Read the family's heartbreak.
Bride dies weeks after wedding as mum backs brain tumour trial system
A mother shares the tragic story of her daughter Natalie, who died just seven weeks after her wedding. She now supports a new UK system, ACT-BT, to improve access to brain tumour clinical trials.
LED Mask £135 Off: Shoppers See Clearer, Glowing Skin
The Lustre Renew Pro Facewear LED Mask is now £135 off. Users report smoother skin and reduced fine lines after 10-minute daily sessions. Discover the science-backed skincare deal.
Sore throat leads to incurable cancer diagnosis for mum
Deb Gascoyne, 50, was diagnosed with smouldering myeloma in 2009 after a precautionary blood test. 16 years on, she's raised nearly £250k for research and shares her story of hope.
4 Foods to Avoid for High Blood Pressure, Expert Warns
A senior dietitian from the British Heart Foundation reveals the four key food and drink groups to be mindful of to manage hypertension, including a daily staple. Learn how to control your blood pressure through diet.
TV Doctor Urges All to Take Omega-3 Supplement
GP and TV doctor Amir Khan recommends an Omega-3 supplement to 'everyone', warning of widespread deficiency linked to heart disease, brain aging, and poor mood.
TV Doctor: Stay Home at First Sign of a Cold
TV doctor Amir Khan urges workers to stay home at the first sign of a cold, revealing you're most contagious before symptoms appear. His NHS-backed advice aims to curb office virus spread.
DWP confirms £779 PIP boost for highest rate claimants
The DWP is writing to PIP claimants about a 3.8% increase from April. Those on the highest rate will see a £779.40 boost per payment period. Find out your new rate.
Girl with cancer aims for 8,000 birthday cards
Amelia Kolpa, 7, from Halesowen, receiving palliative care for neuroblastoma, dreams of receiving 8,000 cards for her 8th birthday. Help make her wish come true.
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