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How weight loss surgery turned Alison's life around

Two decades of unhealthy eating had made Alison obese, diabetic and unhappy. She was desperate for a solution that might finally work. This is her story.

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Updated 17 August 2026

Life in a different light: Graeme's cataract surgery

Graeme didn't want to admit cataracts were responsible for his poor eyesight. Here's how multi-focal lens implants brought his life back into focus.

  • Personal stories
  • Eye surgery stories
Updated 17 August 2026

Dad from Devon returns to hobbies and career after successful neck surgery

What initially seemed like a minor football injury, resulted in debilitating neck and shoulder pain for single dad and mature student, Jacob Cunningham. Thanks to successful cervical spine surgery, Jacob is now swimming three times a week and rebuilding his sporting calendar.

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  • Joint surgery stories
Updated 17 August 2026

Sian makes a rapid recovery after double-hip surgery

For a period of about five years, Mrs Sian Lee really suffered with leg and back pain but neither she nor her GP had realised it was down to her worn out hips. She had both her hips replaced at Nuffield Health Cardiff and Vale Hospitals which changed her life completely and she has returned to work and to active living soon after.

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Updated 17 August 2026

Joanne's breast cancer recovery story

Joanne Taylor survived breast cancer, but anxiety stripped away her confidence. After a remarkable physical and emotional recovery – she’s back in control of her life.

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  • Women's health advice
Updated 17 August 2026