Blog archive for September 2025

Facing suffocation: young woman saved from critical neck growth that could have caused death

8 September 2025 | charity, Volunteering, surgical, Mercy Ships, Africa

A young woman whose sore throat became a life-threatening growth in her neck, leaving her struggling to breathe and facing suffocation, has had it removed for free by surgical volunteers from international charity Mercy Ships. “When we first met her,...

BCAM Announces Presidential Handover: Catherine Fairris steps down, Sophie Shotter appointed President

5 September 2025 | appointments, aesthetic medicine, conferences, socieities

The British College of Aesthetic Medicine (BCAM) is proud to announce a change in leadership as Dr Catherine Fairris hands over the Presidency to Dr Sophie Shotter, effective 1 September 2025. Dr Fairris has led BCAM with distinction, bringing passion,...

CHEC launches dermatology services

4 September 2025 | dermatology, ophthalmology, private practice, clinic

Leading community healthcare provider CHEC has expanded its service offering and will now deliver dermatology diagnostics and treatment across the UK. CHEC will provide a range of dermatology services – including treatment for common skin conditions such as acne and...