Alongside our health charity partners, British Heart Foundation, Cancer Research UK and Diabetes UK, we’re committed to making a difference to the health of our customers and colleagues by tackling the three conditions that affect many of the UK population: type 2 diabetes, heart disease and cancer. At present, one in two people will develop … Read more
A young woman has revealed the key signs of a deadly disease she ignored for a year before getting a devastating diagnosis. Izzy Fletcher discovered she had a type of blood cancer known as Hodgkin lymphoma just three months after graduating university. The now 24-year-old shared her symptoms via social media platform TikTok in the … Read more
Nosebleeds can be a nightmare to deal with. They’re messy, bloody and feel like they go on for ages. But now, Dr Lawrence Cunningham – a GP at the UK Care Guide – warns they can sometimes be a little more than just a hindrance. In the worst of cases, they may even be a … Read more
A Newcastle man tragically passed away from cancer just three months after mistaking his stomach pain as a sign of ageing. Dave Smith, 58, had been experiencing abdominal discomfort and changes in his bowel movements for over a year before he decided to see a doctor in 2023. He had some tests to check if … Read more
Feeling tired is a pretty common phenomenon, with many potential causes from not getting enough sleep to not eating enough of the right foods. However, in some cases, it can signal something more sinister. According to Cancer Research UK, tiredness is a common sign of cancer – affecting around 65 percent of patients. It can … Read more
A doctor has urged people to look out for an unpleasant cancer symptom that can appear while eating. According to gastroenterologist Doctor Joseph Salhab, difficulty swallowing and feeling like food is getting stuck in your throat, is one warning sign of oesophageal cancer. This is one of the “fastest rising” cancers in the US, Dr … Read more
A doctor has warned of a sticky symptom that could be a sign of a dangerous cancer, stating “you shouldn’t ignore this”. As most people are aware, cancer is a potentially deadly disease that occurs when abnormal cells divide and spread in an uncontrolled way. These cells can also spread to and damage nearby tissue … Read more
Sisters tend to have a close bond, but for Lesley Maston the ties are stronger than most because without the help of both her siblings, she might not have been alive today. “We’ve always been very close, but I never let them forget how grateful I am – it’s thanks to them that I’m still … Read more
Cancer rates among the younger population are alarmingly on the upswing, with a significant uptick in individuals in their 20s to 40s being diagnosed with various forms. The unexpected increase in cancer battles amongst the healthier young demographic has left the medical community baffled and deeply troubled, as those who should be looking forward to … Read more
A single mum is in a critical battle with pancreatic cancer and is urging the public to recognise the symptoms of the stealthy killer. Claire Blair, aged 44, finally got the correct diagnosis in September 2022 after enduring six months of misdiagnosed symptoms since her first GP consultation. The tragic lag in receiving an accurate … Read more
