From a very young age, Ben Andrews knew that growing up for him would be different to other kids. At just three years old he was diagnosed with Retinitis Pigmentosa, a degenerative visual impairment that causes your eyesight to diminish the older you get. Despite that prospect looming over his …
Read More »‘I tried to ignore it, then on a caravan holiday my wife just knew something was wrong’
A dad who had his world turned upside down when his wife noticed something about his face has spoken of his nightmare. Stuart Kingston noticed he was struggling to eat and swallow but didn’t think anything of his strange symptoms. Even when his wife Carol realised his face looked uneven …
Read More »‘Vladimir Putin’s hacking squads won’t get payouts for striking in UK’ vow
Exclusive: Security Minister Dan Jarvis told The Mirror that cyber-criminals protected by Vladimir Putin are among the most serious threats facing the UK and vowed: ‘We must tackle it head on’ Security Miniser Dan Jarvis has pledged to tackle ransonware attacks head-on ( Image: Tim Merry) The UK’s Security Minister …
Read More »50 year rule stopping people being diagnosed with deadly condition
The condition affects one in 500 people The deadly condition which affects one in 500 people(Image: WalesOnline/ Rob Browne) Women are missing out on diagnosis of a potentially deadly heart condition which affects one in 500 people, the British Heart Foundation has said. Research funded by the charity found that …
Read More »Birmingham hospitals declare first critical incident ‘in a decade’ as flu drives up admissions
University Hospitals Birmingham today declared a critical incident because of ‘exceptional demand’. It amounts to a declaration that for now at least all but the most critically ill or injured new arrivals will face an exceptionally long wait for care at the four city hospitals. More than 300 inpatients have …
Read More »Martin Lewis issues urgent Uber Eats warning as customers can save £10 on order
The renowned money saving expert has flagged an upcoming deal that could save NHS and HSC staff £10 when using Uber Eats delivery service. By providing a valid code on Christmas Eve and Day, those with an NHS or HSC email can enjoy this festive offer which is applicable on …
Read More »BBC Sir David Attenborough, 98, has given up one surprising food in his diet
Sir David Attenborough turned 98 in May and attributes his good health to a few dietary choices. The adored naturalist, known for his captivating BBC documentaries, previously dialled down his red meat intake, though he hasn’t turned completely vegetarian. He told The Sun in 2017: “I have certainly changed my …
Read More »Woman shares ‘magic’ sleep hack that helps people nod off in minutes
A woman has shared a ‘magic’ sleep hack on TikTok that is reportedly helping people fall asleep in just minutes. Struggling with insomnia or difficulty falling asleep can be a frustrating and exhausting experience, which can impact daily life. The NHS advises that occasional poor sleep shouldn’t typically cause too …
Read More »Christmas postal chaos ‘worst in decades’ as Royal Mail staff reveal delivery service is struggling with festive demand after being hit with record £10million fine
By ANDY JEHRING Published: 19:04 EST, 13 December 2024 | Updated: 20:39 EST, 13 December 2024 The Royal Mail is struggling with festive demand as workers claim it prioritises Amazon Prime over cards and hospital scans. Posties say sorting offices are the ‘worst in decades’ with letters piling up as …
Read More »King Charles hosts sustainability reception at Buckingham Palace as monarch reveals regret at not visiting Fiji during royal tour because ‘doctors wouldn’t let me’
King Charles appeared in good spirits as he hosted an international sustainability reception at Buckingham Palace this evening. Charles, 75, welcomed business leaders and climate organisations to the palace for the event in London on Wednesday, November 6. Attendees included Foreign Secretary David Lammy, Net Zero Secretary Ed Miliband and Environment Secretary …
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