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Katie was bullied after losing an eye but now says she feels 'beautiful'
A tumour was found in her eye when she was just four years old
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Stockport NHS chief executive receives national recognition
The chief exec has been voted as one of the top trust leaders in the country
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New high-tech suite opened at Stockport Hospital
With a 33% increase in capacity, the new unit will enable many more patients to receive treatment
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Wales Air Ambulance receives backing for fundraising art trail
Funds raised from the event will go towards providing life-saving services to those in need throughout Wales
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Cambridge and Glasgow scientists land £2.1m to study asbestos-linked cancer
The researchers will study the mystery of how exposure can take decades to develop into mesothelioma
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Leicestershire autism hub to make 'big difference' to residents' quality of life
'Autism Space' is a free and safe online area offering clear, reliable and accessible advice and information
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NHS dentistry ‘approaching the end of the road’ as 85 practices facing closure revealed - full list
The dental care provider blamed a national shortage of dentists and "systemic" challenges across the industry for the decision
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Inspirational Dorset cycle ride sows the seeds for greenhouse therapy
Former brain injury patient Wayne Clarke completed a gruelling cycle challenge across Normandy which raised more than £4,500
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Appeal helps Rowcroft expand Hospice at Home service across south Devon
This will enable more patients and those closest to them to receive the very best compassionate care in their own homes in the last two weeks of life
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Brighton and Hove LGBT Switchboard wins top UK health award
The charity was chosen from more than 400 others across the UK as one of the 10 winners of the 2023 GSK IMPACT Awards
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Macclesfield cafe offers 'helping hand' to people living with dementia
B's Café guests can enjoy a range of experiences while accessing support and forming friendships at regular sessions
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Sheffield cancer bus to offer 'immense benefits', thanks to £50k donation
This bus will travel around designated locations, enabling patients and families to receive advice and support