Mum’s Decade-Long Battle: Women Share Their Struggles for an Endometriosis Diagnosis Monday, May 19, 2025 endometriosis pain diagnosis fertility laparoscopy uhbw awareness pelvicpain mentalhealth women Women suffering from endometriosis, a common but often misunderstood and debilitating condition, are speaking out about the challenges they face in securing a timely diagnosis. At University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS … Read More
Former BBC presenter reveals cancer diagnosis Friday, May 2, 2025 bbc presenter cancer diagnosis health support treatment radio announcement lung Beloved former BBC radio presenter Emma Britton has shared the news of a startling health update. The ex-breakfast show host in Somerset and Bristol disclosed her cancer diagnosis, revealing that she is battling Stage 4 lung … Read More
Stimulating Research: Transforming Spinal Cord Diagnosis Friday, May 2, 2025 spinal diagnosis research brain stimulation mri clinical study myelopathy tms A clinical scientist at Somerset NHS Foundation Trust is delving into the realm of magnetic brain stimulation to potentially revolutionize the diagnosis of degenerative cervical myelopathy – a condition stemming from spinal … Read More
Parkinson’s Runner to Make History at London Marathon Friday, April 25, 2025 london marathon parkinson’s guinness world record cure research diagnosis fundraising exercise awareness justgiving A North Somerset man is gearing up to accomplish an extraordinary feat at this year’s London Marathon. Ben Karthauser, who was diagnosed with Parkinson’s in 2021, will strive to become the fastest man with the condition to … Read More
£35m Settlement for Girl's Medical Malpractice Friday, April 25, 2025 hospital settlement medical malpractice nhs gbs infection brain damage cerebral palsy diagnosis apology healthcare A hospital trust has issued a formal apology and a £35 million settlement after an 11-year-old girl sustained permanent brain damage and was diagnosed with a range of conditions following the mishandling of the early-onset … Read More
Woman Credits Social Media Post with Saving Her Life Amid Ovarian Cancer Diagnosis Saturday, April 5, 2025 ovarian cancer social media diagnosis awareness symptoms treatment nhs support women’s health early detection Kirsty Treen from Chippenham, at the age of 39, was diagnosed with ovarian cancer during a routine medical examination. She recalled experiencing symptoms such as bloating, tenderness, and unexpected bleeding, which she … Read More