5 h. ago Prostate cancer screening would save thousands of lives and have a 'generational impact' on men's health, Rishi Sunak says

The former Conservative prime minister stood alongside Labour's deputy prime minister David Lammy as they called for targeted checks for men at highest risk of the disease.

Society

6 h. ago Drivers encouraged to take one step that could help them save lives

The DVLA has introduced new measures

Politics

22 h. ago People applying for driving licenses will be asked to do one extra thing – and it could save lives

The move is hoped to get more young people becoming regular blood donors

Politics

22 h. ago People applying for driving licences will be asked to do one extra thing – and it could save lives

The move is hoped to get more young people becoming regular blood donors

Politics

24 h. ago Is UK National Screening Committee really going to deny prostate tests for sake of £18 a patient? Report estimates targeted screening would save thousands of men's lives

A lifesaving prostate screening programme would require only five more MRI scanners and 75 extra staff, including four urologists, Prostate Cancer Research says.

Economics

4 d. ago Man given 'days to live' in hospital makes remarkable recovery at home

A district nurse's efforts help save Prestwick man given 'days or weeks to live' after traumatic spell in hospital

Society

8 d. ago Mount Everest rescue live: Race against time to save 200 hikers stuck in snowstorm

Some 350 others have been led to safety by rescuers

Events

1 week ago Changing how people eat could save 15 million lives a year, landmark study finds

Researchers say Shift to mostly plant-rich, flexible global diet could slash premature deaths, ease inequality, and curb environmental destruction

Politics

1 week ago Government shutdown day 2 – live: Trump claims closure will save billions of dollars with ‘dead wood’ cleared out

The shutdown began at midnight Wednesday amid the Senate’s failure to reach a deal on federal spending

Politics

2 w. ago Strictly’s Nadiya Bychkova stuns in outfit on first live show – but it’s doesn’t save Chris Robshaw from harsh scores

NADIYA Bychkova wowed Strictly viewers in a sparkly, sexy outfit during her first routine with partner, Chris Robshaw. The professional dancer, 36, and the rugby player, 39, were asked to perform the samba to EMF's 'Unbelievable' to open the show - a tough dance by any means, let alone for your first. Chris came down...

Politics

2 w. ago The underdiagnosed and undertreated condition putting women’s health at risk

Experts say Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) needs greater awareness and attention so that we can improve and save women’s lives

Events

2 w. ago Ferne McCann says persuading grans to use 'rude word' can save lives

The reality TV star is backing a campaign to get grannies on social media saying one lifesaving thing

Politics

3 w. ago WES STREETING: Jess's Rule will help save lives and boost NHS cancer care

Jessica Brady should be alive today. At just 27, this bright young woman died of cancer after her GP surgery failed to diagnose her condition despite more than twenty appointments over five months.

Science

3 w. ago I had a stroke during an ocean swim. Most people passed by unawares. One didn’t

When Graham Russell set out for a dip in powerful wintry surf, he had no idea that the beach where he had helped save lives as a surf lifesaver would become the place where his own was changedIt was an exhilarating day in every possible way. Standing on the cold sand on a Sunday morning, I saw the sun flash off powerful surf as it curved into whitewater that rushed up the beach. The sound of it boomed around the nearby cliffs. The passing clouds threw dark green patches across the frothy water, the air was crisp and dry. Today’s swim promised to be great.The members of my winter swimming club were pulling on cozzies, bright pink swimming caps and goggles as they assessed the challenging conditions. The car park was jammed with surfers from all around. Word had spread that MacMasters beach here on the NSW central coast was the place to experience this monstrous east swell.Sign up for a weekly email featuring our best reads Continue reading...

Events

3 w. ago I had a stroke during an ocean swim. Most people passed by unaware. One didn’t

When Graham Russell set out for a dip in powerful wintry surf, he had no idea that the beach where he had helped save lives as a surf lifesaver would become the place where his own was changedIt was an exhilarating day in every possible way. Standing on the cold sand on a Sunday morning, I saw the sun flash off powerful surf as it curved into whitewater that rushed up the beach. The sound of it boomed around the nearby cliffs. The passing clouds threw dark green patches across the frothy water, the air was crisp and dry. Today’s swim promised to be great.The members of my winter swimming club were pulling on cozzies, bright pink swimming caps and goggles as they assessed the challenging conditions. The car park was jammed with surfers from all around. Word had spread that MacMasters beach here on the NSW central coast was the place to experience this monstrous east swell.Sign up for a weekly email featuring our best reads Continue reading...

Events

3 w. ago Liverpool rely on chaotic late winner again to save Arne Slot's blushes as Isak struggles

Liverpool began their Champions League campaign with a win at Anfield against Atletico Madrid as Arne Slot's side had to produce another late moment to spare their blushes

Politics