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 A 14-year-old girl suffering from tumours on her face has been forced to wait for an operation to remove them after it was repeatedly cancelled due to doctors’ strikes and a lack of beds.Phoebe Weston suffers from a genetic condition, neurofibromatosis, which causes non-cancerous tumours on the outside of her body and has been waiting for a second round of surgery to remove the remaining growths and excess skin since October. Her first operation at London’s Great Ormond Street Hospital was cancelled twice, just days ahead of the junior doctors’ strike last July and a second time in September...

Girl with facial tumours forced to wait for vital operation due to doctors’ strikes and NHS bed shortage

 Truly “harrowing” scenes from an A&E department have been uncovered in a new investigation as a think-tank analyst said people are dying in emergency care in England “who don’t need to be dying”.Channel 4 says its Dispatches programme has exposed the “suffering and indignity faced by patients on a daily basis” after an undercover reporter secretly filmed himself working as a trainee healthcare assistant inside the emergency department of the Royal Shrewsbury Hospital for two months.Footage shows one patient waiting 30 hours in a “fit to sit” area while a suspected stroke sufferer was there for 24 hours, the...

Undercover footage shows ‘suffering and indignity’ faced by patients in emergency care in England

One in 10 women experience the intense pelvic pain and heavy periods caused by adenomyosis - yet little is known about it. The condition involves the lining of the womb growing into the muscle in the wall of the womb. Sufferers describe being dismissed by clinicians and having to wait years for a diagnosis, to then be told a hysterectomy is their only option.

'My consultant told me I was a medical mystery'

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There were a number of celebrities who passed away within the past week, including two notable actresses: Shelley Duvall and Shannen Doherty. Shelley Duvall passed away on Thursday July 11th at her home in Blanco, Texas. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and news of her death was confirmed by her partner Dan Gilroy.

Two Beloved Hollywood Actresses Have Passed Away This Week

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CELINE Dion has offered a glimpse into the intense symptoms of living with stiff person syndrome in her new documentary. The singer was diagnosed with the disease in 2022 and opened up about her condition in her latest project, I Am: Celine Dion, released on Tuesday. At the beginning of the documentary, Celine, 56, is […]

Celine Dion moans in pain as she’s carried away by paramedics in new documentary on Stiff Person Syndrome battle

A Social Security spousal rule that has been around for decades officially ends this year for everyone except those who turned 70 on Jan. 1, 2024. The rule allows recipients to switch between their benefits and their spouses to receive the maximum amount. But unless you were born before Jan. 1, 1954, you won’t be able to take advantage.

This Social Security Spousal Rule Is Officially Finished in 2024 — But These 3 Strategies Remain

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The FBI has seen a rise in scams targeting timeshare owners. In this kind of scam, criminals con these part-time property owners into shelling out hefty sums of cash, all under false pretenses related to their timeshare properties.

FBI warns that Mexican cartels are targeting Americans with timeshare scams

Jennifer Lopez was attacked by the style police as recent photos of her in The Hamptons made headlines this week. On July 8, the singer and actress was photographed in upstate NY while stunning in a flowing floral maxi dress, choosing a summery look with a cinched waist that more than highlighted her figure.

Jennifer Lopez Pitied In Floral Sundress She’s ‘Too Old’ To Wear

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It’ll take a lot for Billy Ray Cyrus to heal his daughter Miley's "Achy Breaky Heart."The country crooner and his famous offspring's relationship remains at an all-time low amid Billy Ray's bitter split from his estranged wife, Firerose, after just seven months of marriage."The Cyrus family has been torn apart," a source recently spilled to a news publication of the broken family's messy dynamic.According to the insider, Miley and Billy Ray haven’t seen eye to eye ever since the "Flowers" singer's mom, Tish Cyrus, finally left her tumultuous 28-year marriage to the "She’s Not Cryin’ Anymore" hitmaker, filing for divorce...

'The Cyrus Family Has Been Torn Apart': Billy Ray Cyrus Has 'Caused' His Daughter Miley 'So Much Pain' Amid Messy Divorce

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A COSTCO shopper is venting about an incident at their local warehouse. After a bad experience with an employee, the shopper said they’re leaving the company behind. The shopper, a parent in Anchorage, Alaska, said their daughter came to the store with an emotional support animal. Someone working for...

Costco shoppers say they will ‘no longer spend a penny’ after ‘absolutely disgusting’ interaction causes scene in store

Matthew McConaughey looked like a different person when he shared a photo of himself after he was stung by a bee."bee swell," the actor, 54, simply captioned a photo of himself with one of his eyes swollen shut via Instagram on Wednesday, July 10. Of course, the star's fans immediately sent him well-wishes. One person poked fun at his catchphrase, writing, "Are you all right all right all right?" while another said, "Get well soon Mr. McConaughey🥰😇. Hopefully, you have an ice 🧊 pack on your eye. Benadryl and hydrocortisone cream will have you feeling better in know time. Get...

Matthew McConaughey Looks Unrecognizable as He Shares Aftermath From Brutal Bee Sting in New Selfie

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Marriage is a significant life decision that requires extreme commitment, understanding, devotion and a heck of a lot of compromise. While many people dream of a lifelong partnership, others find the concept of marriage challenging. Astrology offers insights into personality traits and behaviors, suggesting that certain zodiac signs might face more difficulties in maintaining a traditional marital relationship. This article explores the five zodiac signs that are often considered less suited for marriage due to their unique characteristics and tendencies when it comes to lifelong commitment.

The 5 Zodiac Signs Not Meant for Matrimony

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The FBI has named the man who shot at Donald Trump during a campaign rally as Thomas Matthew Crooks. Crooks is alleged to have opened fire while the former US president was addressing a crowd in Butler, Pennsylvania, leaving one audience member dead and two others badly hurt. The 20-year-old...

Thomas Matthew Crooks: What we know about the Trump attacker

Video footage shows a gunman who opened fire at a rally for Donald Trump in Pennsylvania on a roof. The FBI says it is treating the incident as an assassination attempt. One bystander was killed in the shooting and two others were critically injured, police said.

Video shows Trump rally shooter on roof

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

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Mark Laita has been documenting the Whittakers' lives since 2020 on his YouTube channel, Soft White Underbelly, but now he says he's 'done with them' after being 'lied' to

Man who uncovered inbred Whittaker family says they've 'lied' after handing over $1k for funeral

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Do your loved ones consult you regularly when they face a crisis? Intelligence is a branch of psychology that lacks a standard definition. Some scientists claim that it is a single ability and others state it comprises aptitudes and skills. Intelligent zodiac signs learn from their experiences and easily recognize and solve problems.

5 Most Intelligent Zodiac Signs

The global economic collapse is adversely affecting relationships. Some zodiac signs are struggling to pick partners who will stand by them when they are financially unstable. The zodiac greatly affects people’s character. However, it isn’t the only thing you should consider when choosing a lover. Select someone who is understanding and you are compatible. This might be time-consuming but it is worth it. Which reliable zodiac signs are ideal to start a long-term relationship with?

4 Zodiac Signs Who Always Stand Up For Their Partner

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A man found dead along with a woman at a house in Staffordshire has been named as a paramedic who starred in a Channel 4 TV show.Police have launched a murder inquiry after the pair were found dead in a house in Alpine Drive in Hednesford, Cannock, around 12.30pm on Tuesday.They have been named by police as 24-year-old Daniel Duffield, from nearby Cannock, and 22-year-old Lauren Evans, from Bridgend in South Wales.Mr Duffield was a paramedic for West Midlands Ambulance Service, and appeared in series 11 Channel 4’s 999: On the Frontline.His friend and colleague Ellie, who appeared alongside him...

Man found dead alongside woman is revealed to be paramedic who starred in Channel 4 show

Lumbar decompression surgery aims to release compressed nerves in the lower back. This procedure may ease pain and improve mobility in those with spinal conditions. Conditions such as herniated disks, spinal stenosis, and spondylolisthesis can compress the nerves and spinal cord, causing pain, numbness, weakness, or reduced mobility. Lumbar decompression surgery relieves this pressure.

Lumbar decompression surgery: What to know

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Spine surgery op delays leave man in constant pain

A Leeds patient says he has struggled to walk and lift his head since planned surgery was...

Spine surgery op delays leave man in constant pain

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