NRL player Kane Evans has become the second Australian player to come out as gay. In an emotional interview, Evans detailed his struggles with sexuality, substance abuse, and suicidal thoughts. Former Roosters captain Anthony Minichiello stated Evans "may have just saved many lives" by sharing his story.
AstraZeneca will remove the Goserelin 3.6mg implant (Zoladex) from Australia's Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme and private market in November due to commercial reasons, impacting thousands of breast cancer and endometriosis patients. A higher dose for prostate cancer will remain.
Sarah Taylor, 28, faces a critical wait for a stem cell transplant due to a dwindling Australian donor registry. With only 1.2% of eligible young Australians registered, the country relies heavily on overseas donors, particularly Germany, prompting calls for increased funding and awareness campaigns.
Hong Kong host Shi Ke-ying revealed her battle with ovarian cancer, with a tumor growing to the size of a five-month pregnancy. The cancer spread to her appendix, requiring a "stoma" to save her life. She shared her condition on IG, seeking support as she undergoes treatment.
President Lee Jae Myung pledged to establish a government focused on saving lives and upholding equality at a Buddha's Birthday ceremony. He emphasized policies for public safety, addressing issues like stalking crimes, and promoting societal consideration and co-existence.
Former Wales rugby international Rhys Thomas described holding his own heart after a life-saving transplant in Cape Town. After years of health issues and a move from the UK, Thomas received three donor hearts in one day, calling the experience "crazy" and "very special."
A woman recounts her dangerous experiences in 1980s Sydney's Darlinghurst, a suburb plagued by drugs and crime, and a night she was saved by two strangers in a taxi.
A mother's love proved stronger than fear when her 17-year-old son Armaan faced acute liver failure. Renu Khanna donated a portion of her liver in a life-saving transplant at Apollo Hospitals Navi Mumbai. Doctors successfully performed the surgery, and both mother and son are now recovering. This remarkable act highlights the power of maternal sacrifice and medical expertise.
A 14-year-old Sudanese boy received a second chance at life after a heart transplant at Apollo Hospitals in Delhi. The donor heart was flown in from Panchkula, Haryana, where 41-year-old Sudeshna Singh, a teacher and wife of a serving Indian Army officer, was declared brain dead after a severe brain haemorrhage. Her family consented to organ donation. The transplant was completed successfully within a critical four-hour window, with a green corridor ensuring rapid transport from the airport.
Two Canberra parents rocked by the sudden death of their teenage son are trying to help him leave a life-saving legacy.
Two Canberra parents rocked by the sudden death of their teenage son are trying to help him leave a life-saving legacy.
England is experiencing its most severe medicine shortage in years, with hundreds of essential drugs including epilepsy medication Lamotrigine and Parkinson's treatment Co Careldopa becoming extremely difficult to obtain. Patients report life-threatening seizures and injuries due to medication gaps, while pharmacies are dispensing at a loss as NHS reimbursement rates fail to keep pace with soaring global prices. The number of pharmacies has fallen to its lowest level in 20 years, with 1,500 closures since 2017.
England is experiencing its most severe medicine shortage in years, with hundreds of essential drugs including epilepsy medication Lamotrigine and Parkinson's treatment Co Careldopa extremely difficult to obtain. Patients report life-threatening seizures, falls and anxiety while pharmacists dispense at significant losses. The price concessions list hit a record 210 medications in April, and 1,500 High Street pharmacies have closed since 2017.
More than 500 patients have received life-saving care after Martha's Rule was implemented across NHS England in 2024. The patient safety mechanism, which allows patients, relatives and staff to request a rapid review of care, led to 524 adults and children being moved to intensive care or specialist units between September 2024 and February 2026. Of 12,301 calls made to helplines, about one in three identified patients whose health was deteriorating. The rule is named after Martha Mills, who died aged 13 in 2021 after her family's concerns went unheeded at King's College Hospital.
Colorectal cancer is now the cancer most likely to kill people under 50, yet it’s entirely preventable. Doctors say the biggest challenge is the persistent stigma and reluctance to discuss this part of the body. Younger adults in their 30s and 40s are less likely to discuss warning signs like bloody stools or changes in bowel movements, leading to delayed diagnoses — three out of four young patients are diagnosed at late stage. Survivors like Rick Rivers, diagnosed at 31, are trying to normalize conversations about cancer screening.
A 40-year-old man in China survived after his heart stopped beating for 40 hours, marking what doctors are calling a remarkable recovery. Emergency medical teams at the Second Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University School of Medicine used extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) to keep the patient alive despite having no detectable heartbeat after multiple electric defibrillations. The case was shared on social media by emergency doctor Lu Xiao, who has three million followers.
A cargo ship intercepted by the US was transporting supplies for life-saving dialysis filters, IRCS official Razieh Alishvandi has told RT Read Full Article at RT.com
A cargo ship intercepted by the US was transporting supplies for life-saving dialysis filters, IRCS official Razieh Alishvandi has told RT Read Full Article at RT.com
Apple CEO Tim Cook is reportedly stepping down later this year, with John Ternus set to take over. Reflecting on his tenure, Cook highlighted the life-saving impact of the Apple Watch and admitted Apple Maps' 2012 launch was a significant early mistake. Despite setbacks like AirPower and the self-driving car project, Cook emphasized user-centric decisions and learning from errors.
A baby who contracted parvovirus in the womb became the youngest in the UK to receive a life-saving intrauterine blood transfusion. Arthur, now a healthy toddler born in January 2025, received the procedure at 16 weeks pregnancy at St George's Hospital, London. His mother Maisie, a 30-year-old teacher from Surrey, was told it was 50/50 whether he would survive.
Arthur, born in January 2025, became the youngest patient in the UK to receive an intrauterine blood transfusion after contracting parvovirus while still in his mother's womb. Specialists at St George's Hospital performed the procedure when his mother Maisie was 16 weeks pregnant. The 30-year-old primary school teacher from Surrey said it was 50/50 whether her son would survive, but the procedure was successful and he is now a healthy toddler reaching all milestones.
