Watch: ‘My eyelids became infected – I was scared to sleep’
Doctors specialising in surgery around the eyes are sounding a stark alarm, reporting a concerning surge in patients presenting with severe complications stemming from what they term "cheap" or "bleph"…
Open wounds and eyes that can’t close – women warn about cheap bleph eyelid surgery
Dozens of women have come forward, sharing harrowing experiences. One woman described having to tape her eyes shut to sleep due to excessive eyelid skin removal, while another lived in…
‘Peeing a jellyfish’: Children’s ketamine injuries revealed
The devastating and often irreversible damage inflicted by ketamine abuse on children is coming to light, with a specialist clinic reporting a "rapid escalation" in young patients suffering from severe…
Watch: Why was the Kent meningitis outbreak so severe?
More than 20 young people in the UK were infected with a severe strain of meningitis B in March, sparking alarm and prompting urgent scientific investigation. The outbreak, which sent…
The simple skincare routine for teens that actually works – and five expert tips
In an era dominated by social media, where "Get Ready With Me" (GRWM) videos and influencer-driven trends promote unattainable "glass skin" ideals, teenagers are often steered towards complex, multi-step skincare…
Martha’s Rule rolled out across all A&E departments in England
Professor Aidan Fowler, the national director of patient safety at NHS England, articulated the significance of this widespread adoption, stating that the expansion of Martha’s Rule would provide families and…
Scientists discover why Kent meningitis outbreak was so severe.
A groundbreaking investigation has unveiled the intricate biological mechanisms and contributing environmental factors behind the unprecedented severity and rapid spread of the recent meningitis outbreak in Kent, offering crucial insights…
Invitation for men to ‘experience hot flushes’ at Hull event
Partners of women navigating the significant life transition of menopause are being cordially invited to step into a tangible, albeit simulated, experience of one of its most pervasive and often…
Which emergency foods should you stock up on?
The foundation of any robust emergency food supply rests on several key principles: shelf-life, nutritional value, caloric density, ease of preparation, and variety. Shelf-life is arguably the most critical factor,…
‘Other generations just buried it’ – Youths share their mental health concerns
This comprehensive review, commissioned approximately nine months prior by Wes Streeting, the then-Secretary of State for Health, was prompted by a controversial interview in which Streeting himself suggested that young…
















