Pig kidney works in human body for 271 days – is this the future of organ transplants?

In a groundbreaking medical achievement, a kidney transplanted from a genetically modified pig has successfully functioned within a human recipient for an unprecedented 271 days, marking the longest duration ever…

New GP and wellbeing hub in Newhaven ‘a major milestone’

A groundbreaking new facility, set to revolutionise healthcare and community support in Newhaven, has been hailed as a “major milestone” by local authorities and health officials. The ambitious project aims…

Ryan Jones: Unbreakable

The roar of the crowd, the thud of leather on leather, the exhilaration of victory – these were the defining sounds and sensations of Ryan Jones’ illustrious rugby career. A…

Is sleep tracking making your sleep worse?

Chasing a perfect sleep score? You could be making it worse. The simple act of sleeping, once a natural bodily function, has transformed into a complex arena of sleep scores,…

Families hit by long waits for dementia diagnosis.

The emotional and practical toll of a dementia diagnosis, or the agonizing wait for one, is a profound challenge faced by countless families across the nation. For Keith and Sue…

Testosterone bought by menopausal women posing as men due to NHS issues

Women are increasingly resorting to deceptive tactics, posing as men to procure testosterone from online pharmacies due to significant hurdles in obtaining NHS prescriptions in Wales. This concerning trend, highlighted…

People Fixing The World – Fighting the silent killer – BBC Sounds

In the relentless battle against a global health crisis that claims millions of lives annually, the BBC’s "People Fixing The World" series shines a crucial spotlight on the fight against…

The woman on a mission to convince people to work less

Sharma’s journey to this conviction wasn’t an overnight revelation. It was a slow burn, fueled by her own experiences and extensive research into the societal and individual costs of overwork.…

Super flu vaccine ready as NHS regroups from busiest summer ever

Last winter, the United Kingdom grappled with an unprecedented flu season, a wave that descended upon the nation more than a month earlier than anticipated. This unusual onset was largely…

‘Baby Tommy’s here, Chelsea’s not’: First-time mum dies in childbirth

The family of a vibrant first-time mother who tragically died in childbirth are finding solace in her newborn son, describing him as the "light" guiding them through their profound grief.…