Telford botched "Turkey teeth" op victim keeps going advising of dangers
Leanne Abeyance, a 41-year-old from Telford, is a woman living with the devastating consequences of a "Turkey teeth" dental operation, a procedure increasingly sought by those looking for more affordable…
Screening all UK children for type 1 diabetes would be effective, study says
Currently, a significant number of children are diagnosed with type 1 diabetes only after they have developed diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA), a severe and potentially fatal complication that necessitates urgent hospitalisation.…
Birmingham doctor in court accused of sex assaults on patients.
A Birmingham-based doctor, Nathaniel Spencer, has appeared in court facing a grave litany of charges, accused of over 40 counts of sexual assault against hospital patients, including several children. The…
Gastric sleeve surgery was ‘life-changing’.
Steph Hoy, a resident of Coventry, found herself at a critical juncture in her life when her weight reached 25 stone. The increasing health concerns and a significant decline in…
Why women are taking their anger out in rage rooms
"There was definitely a moment of discomfort at the start," says Deena, but she says her visit to a so-called rage room felt very different to what she’d expected. She…
Inside Health – 20/01/2026 – BBC Sounds
The latest installment of BBC Radio 4’s "Inside Health," broadcast on January 20th, 2026, offers a vital 28-minute deep dive into the ever-evolving landscape of health, aiming to demystify complex…
‘A never-ending queue’ – hospitals where waits are getting worse
The government’s commitment to reducing waiting times, particularly for procedures like knee and hip replacements, has been a central pledge. However, the reality on the ground suggests that the ambitious…
Cancer patients ‘warned for years’ about hospital water infections
The father of a young woman whose death is now under investigation by prosecutors has stated that a health board was repeatedly alerted for years about persistent issues with a…
Nottinghamshire NHS trust used charity funds for leaving party
A significant controversy has engulfed Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust as it has emerged that funds designated for charitable purposes were controversially used to host a leaving party for its…
Alzheimer’s finger-prick blood test could transform diagnosis, experts say
An international clinical trial is on the cusp of revolutionizing Alzheimer’s disease diagnosis, with experts hailing a simple finger-prick blood test as a potential game-changer for millions worldwide. This groundbreaking…
















