The Lampard Inquiry has heard that there is no ‘strong independent evidence’ that a widely used monitoring system in mental health wards has improved patient safety. The inquiry is examining the deaths of more than 2,000 mental health patients in Essex over 24 years. It had previously heard ‘grave concerns’ about the widespread use of…
Across social media, a new wave of women are candidly sharing a deeply relatable experience: the sudden, inexplicable feeling of being “the ugliest person alive.” In a viral TikTok video with 2.4 million views, a woman in her early 30s stares into the camera, captioning the moment with “POV: Girls in their luteal phase.” The…
A groundbreaking personalized vaccine, when paired with an existing immunotherapy drug, has shown remarkable success in preventing skin cancer from returning in patients, according to early trial results. This development could mark a turning point in how certain cancers are treated, offering new hope for those at high risk of recurrence. The vaccine, developed jointly…
I’ve never been shy in front of a camera—well, at least not when I’ve had time to find my best angle and apply a flattering filter. But standing in nothing but my underwear while 70 cameras whirr around me is a completely different story. A robotic voice instructs me to stay perfectly still and close…
The summer holidays are here, and for many parents, that means another round of dinner table battles. Getting a fussy child to eat can feel like an uphill climb, especially when vegetables are involved. But you’re not alone—we’ve gathered real-world advice from parents who’ve been there, along with six recipes designed to win over even…
For elite athletes, every detail matters—from the food they eat to the way they recover. But what about the pills, powders, and potions that fill their daily routine? Team GB rower Heidi Long recently gave BBC Sport a behind-the-scenes look at her vitamin and supplement regimen, offering a rare glimpse into the daily habits that…
Feeling heard and understood during a medical appointment can sometimes feel like a challenge. You might have questions, concerns, or symptoms that you want to discuss, but the clinical setting can be intimidating. The good news is that you can learn to advocate for your health effectively. It is about building a partnership with your…
Jason didn’t want a “Coke can” – that’s the slang for a penis that’s been overfilled with filler, leaving it looking like a stubby drink can. “Some people go really overboard,” he admits, sitting in a Manchester cafe. His own procedure added 16% more girth, a change he and his partner are thrilled with. “It’s…
Independent investigations and reviews into Guernsey’s health services have racked up a bill of nearly £188,000 over the past five years, according to newly released government figures. The States of Guernsey’s Health & Social Care (HSC) Committee has confirmed that 20 separate reviews were commissioned either by or on behalf of the committee between 2021…
At least 30 children, most of them British, are feared to have been conceived through IVF treatment in northern Cyprus using the wrong sperm or egg donors. In each case, the parents suspect they did not receive the donors they had carefully selected based on medical history, appearance, personality, education, and hobbies. The figure is…
