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Patient

Chinese cancer patient uses food delivery app to seek companionship

A unique food delivery request from a cancer patient recently triggered a chain of caregiving efforts in Guangdong, China.

02 May 2026-10:21
China hospital helps stroke patient walk using mind controlled rehab system

A hospital in southern China says it has helped a stroke patient take steps again using a rehabilitation system controlled by his own thoughts.

11 Apr 2026-20:29
Cyberattack disrupts online services at Belgian hospitals

Online patient portals at several hospitals in Belgium have gone offline following a cyberattack targeting a Dutch software provider.

10 Apr 2026-14:32
Heartbreak as son's 'growing pains' turn out to be much worse

A “fit and healthy” teenager who was meant to be preparing for GCSEs is instead facing health battle initially thought to be growing pains or a football injury.

10 Apr 2026-12:06
1st human case of H5N5 bird flu reported; Washington patient dies

Health officials in Washington state have confirmed the first known human infection with the H5N5 strain of bird flu, marking a rare development in the ongoing spread of avian influenza across the U.S. The patient, an older adult with underlying health conditions, has died, authorities announced late Friday.

22 Nov 2025-11:34