Latest news with #CornwallLive
Daily Mirror
6 days ago
- Health
- Daily Mirror
'I was diagnosed with heart condition at 16 - GPs did not listen'
Molly Cullingford, now 19, suffered chronic cramps, migraines and nausea for months before she was diagnosed with a serious heart condition A teenager diagnosed with a serious heart condition said she was dismissed repeatedly as just anxious - despite visiting the doctor more than ten times. Molly Cullingford was only 16 when she started to suffer constant cramps, migraines, and nausea in August 2021. She was initially told she was just anxious about starting college - then Molly's health took a dramatic turn for the worse as her symptoms escalated. "I began to not be able to stand up for long periods of time, and I wasn't able to keep food down," Molly said. "We had a home visit from the doctor and I was told I had a kidney infection." The next day, Molly's health declined so severely that she was taken to hospital, facing severe chest pain, a racing heart and numbness in her left arm. It was then that tests found chronic rheumatic myopericarditis, resulting in permanent damage to her heart valves, reports Cornwall Live. Molly faced the "scariest moment" of her life after her diagnosis. "I never thought it would be anything serious, because as a 16 year old you would think it would never happen to you," she said. "It was a major shock to both me and my family as there is no history of heart conditions in my family." Her understanding of the disease only came through her own reading after diagnosis, she said. "Even after I was diagnosed I didn't realise how serious it is - I only learnt after teaching myself. I was initially really scared, I thought my life was going to be incredibly limited from then on, and I'd have to learn how to manage this all on my own. It was scary as I knew nobody with this condition or anything similar, so I felt isolated," admitted Molly. Molly, now 19 and a restaurant manager, had to navigate her teenage years with this unnerving health scare. Despite her ambitions to become a nurse and having a rich social life, she faced the unexpected challenge of her diagnosis during Covid-19. She said: "Being in hospital during Covid times and being 16 meant I wasn't told anything by nurses and it all went through my parents. I never really learnt what I'd been diagnosed with until I was discharged." She said doctors repeatedly did not listen to her concerns - and that only amplified her anxiety. "Being dismissed constantly eventually made me incredibly cautious about raising further concerns," Molly said. Her frequent visits to the doctor before hospital admission were futile, she said. "Before being admitted to hospital I went to the doctors over 10 times saying something was wrong, and got sent home with nothing every time," she said. The experience has left her apprehensive about seeking medical help, she said. "After being discharged I was nervous to go back to the doctors for the fear that I would just be dismissed again," she said. "I developed anxiety and was put on further medication to manage this." Molly's health hurdles continued with adverse drug reactions and recurrent kidney infections, rendering her immune system fragile. But hope glimmered when a new cardiologist came into the picture. She said: "Around nine months ago, over two years after my diagnosis, I got paired with a new cardiologist who has been so amazing and majorly helped my symptoms." The Cornish teen found solace in her cardiologist's advice, embracing gym sessions to fortify her heart health. "She suggested joining the gym and more exercise to improve my heart health," she said. Molly's life was drastically altered by her illness, forcing her to make significant adjustments. She said:"I still work closely with doctors, have frequent appointments and take medication to manage my symptoms - but they have improved. Last year my symptoms were the worst, and I was too anxious to go anywhere that I might not be able to get instant help." Her condition made her become withdrawn. She said: "I stopped going to concerts, wouldn't go anywhere on my own and limited my life. However, my mental and physical health has majorly improved. Even though I do have frequent flare ups, I know what my body is now capable of and I no longer limit myself." Molly now hopes to raise awareness about heart conditions, pointing out that they can be invisible but still have a profound impact on someone's life. "I wish more people knew that just because people with heart conditions may present themselves as fine, it can be incredibly difficult to process being diagnosed and then learning how to live with it," she said. The teenager said the support of her loved ones was crucial in her recovery, and she aims to educate others about the unpredictability of heart conditions. She said: "I am so lucky I had such an amazing support system of my family and friends that helped me get through this. Heart conditions can affect anybody, even at such a young age. I never thought it would happen to me, but everyone should know it can." The experience has transformed her life, she noted. She said: "I have grown both mentally and physically since my diagnosis. I am very open about my condition in hopes it raises awareness and hopefully makes a change with how young girls are treated when raising concerns about their health. I love being active, and going on long walks with my dog and friends. I work with an amazing team that are always supportive, especially when it comes to my health."
Daily Mirror
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
BBC Bargain Hunt viewers demand 'total shake-up' and call for change to show
BBC Bargain Hunt viewers flocked to Twitter as the latest instalment of the beloved antiques show aired - and they were united in their frustration over the same issue Bargain Hunt aficionados were left feeling miffed as they settled down for the latest instalment of the fan-favourite BBC show. The episode whisked viewers away to Norfolk, specifically King's Lynn and Swaffham, with stalwart auctioneer and TV personality Charlie Ross steering the ship alongside antiques aficionados Caroline Hawley and David Fergus. However, no sooner had Charlie introduced the competing red and blue teams than did fans take to social media to express a sense of déjà vu plaguing the programme. Disgruntled viewer took their frustration online, stating on X: "Bargain Hunt is so predictable. Needs a total shake up. Get rid of Charlie Ross would be first #bargainhunt." Complaints didn't stop there, with another viewer chiming in during their midday break: "Just sat down at home to have some lunch with the wife before moving on to my next job and she's watching Bargain Hunt on @BBC – I cannot believe that utter drivel is still going and it's not changed since it first started!", reports Cornwall Live. An additional comment came from a disappointed fan: "@BBCBargainHunt love this programme but editing a bit off today." Within the episode's narrative, we saw team members Kerri and Lorraine of the red team compete against Bruno and Tom of the blue team, all set on snagging profits from their antique finds procured at a King's Lynn fair before hitting the auction block. The red team's eclectic mix of items, including a Norwegian brooch, a vintage typewriter, and some dinner-service china, sadly failed to rake in the expected cash, culminating in a disappointing £40 loss. Despite their items not making a profit and ending up £58 down, Lorraine stayed cheery, commenting: "Ah well, we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves!" The blue team had banked on a vintage table football game, a captivating blue vase, and a duo of silver treasures to win over the bidders. As Charlie declared the winners, the red team could not contain their excitement, which led to Charlie responding with amusement: "Shrieks of delight! So much joy despite not even making a profit." During the programme, viewers were treated to Dr Sue Gattuso's intriguing stories about Howard Carter, shared with presenter Charlie Ross, revealing the exciting chronicles of the local legend and his significant find of Tutankhamun's tomb in 1922. Charlie took a deep dive into the world of the celebrated Swaffham archaeologist, as the episode played out amidst Norfolk's picturesque backdrop.
Daily Record
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Gordon Ramsay admits major gaffe as daughter Tilly announces huge life decision
Gordon Ramsay has said he is now the 'proudest dad' after his daughter Tilly announced she is following in his culinary footsteps by training to be a chef Gordon Ramsay has expressed his concerns about possibly making a significant blunder after his daughter Tilly decided to follow in his footsteps. The renowned chef, who boasts eight Michelin stars, revealed that 23 year old Tilly has embarked on her journey to become a chef by enrolling in culinary school, a decision she made independently. Despite his vast experience and success in the industry, Gordon admitted to Closer UK that he was troubled by the thought that he might have erred by not offering his expertise to his daughter. He said: "My family is like an army now – but, thankfully, Tilly is the fist one who's interested in cooking. She paid for herself – worked, saved the money, and has gone off to culinary school." Reflecting on the moment he saw her off, he shared: "I said goodbye and put heron the ferry and I thought: 'F***, why didn't she ask me to teach her? Is that my first major f*** up?' I can't wait to ask that question – but it just goes to show how unspoilt my kids are." Gordon takes pride in the independence of his children, stating: "They're individually following their own path and aren't dependent on their parents. I think that's a good call," reports Cornwall Live. The celebrity chef, who owns a stunning £4.4million home in Rock, Cornwall, is a father to six children: Megan, 26, twins Jack and Holly, 25, Tilly, 23, Oscar, six, and one year old Jesse. Speaking of his other offspring, he mentioned Jack's successful entry into the Royal Marine Commandos. Reflecting on his own childhood, Gordon, who was born in the town of Johnstone, described himself as: "I was energetic, boisterous, and competitive – but not really a handful. I was grateful." Amid rumours of expanding his brood, Gordon Ramsay has faced personal trials in the past. His wife Tana Ramsay, 50, endured the heartbreak of a miscarriage during her pregnancy with a boy they planned to name Rocky. Tana opened up about the experience on Loose Women, noting the invaluable support from her husband: "It's such a personal decision when you have a baby and this was 20 years ago." She shared insights into their family life: "The way that I felt, the way Gordon felt, it was something we decided on together. He wasn't with me when I gave birth to Meg or the twins or Tilly. "But now we're older and it's quite interesting because I lost a baby in 2016 and Gordon was with me throughout that entire process and there's no way I could have done it without him right there by my side." Besides his celebrated restaurant empire, Gordon Ramsay also runs a YouTube channel, dishing out culinary wisdom. One of his cooking barometers is simple but telling: "If they can make the perfect scrambled egg, you know they know how to cook properly."
Daily Mirror
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Gordon Ramsay questions his parenting as he fears major error over daughter
Celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay has opened up about his relationship with his six children, admitting that he's made his 'first major f*** up' as a parent after daughter Tilly made a career decision Gordon Ramsay has opened up about a moment of self-doubt when his daughter Tilly made the decision to train as a chef. The renowned cook, who has bagged a mouth-watering eight Michelin stars, admitted to feeling anxious that he had missed a trick by not offering her some sage advice from his own successful career in the kitchen. Speaking candidly to Closer UK, he said: "My family is like an army now – but, thankfully, Tilly is the fist one who's interested in cooking. She paid for herself - worked, saved the money, and has gone off to culinary school." Ramsay reflected on the moment he said to goodbye to Tilly, sharing: "I said goodbye and put her on the ferry and I thought, 'F***, why didn't she ask me to teach her? Is that my first major f*** up?' I can't wait to ask that question – but it just goes to show how unspoilt my kids are. "They're individually following their own path and aren't dependent on their parents. I think that's a good call." Surrounded by the tranquillity of his sumptuous £4.4m Cornwall home, Ramsay is a proud father to six children - Megan, 26, twins Jack and Holly, 25, Tilly, 23, alongside Oscar, six, and the youngest, one-year-old Jesse. He beamed with pride as he discussed his other children, particularly Jack, who has carved out a place for himself with the Royal Marine Commandos, reports Cornwall Live. Gordon reminisced about his own childhood traits, saying: "I was energetic, boisterous, and competitive – but not really a handful. I was grateful." Despite already being a dad to six, whispers have been swirling that Gordon Ramsay might be considering adding a seventh to his brood, even with a history of heartbreak. In the 2010s, Gordon's wife Tana, now 50, endured the devastating loss of a baby boy named Rocky through miscarriage. Opening up on Loose Women, Tana spoke openly about the ordeal saying: 'It's such a personal decision when you have a baby and this was 20 years ago. 'The way that I felt, the way Gordon felt, it was something we decided on together. He wasn't with me when I gave birth to Meg or the twins or Tilly. 'However, things changed as we got older. I lost a baby in 2016 and Gordon was an absolute rock throughout that entire tough period. "Honestly, there's no way I could have coped without him right by my side." When he isn't at the helm of his hugely successful restaurant empire, Gordon can be found on his own YouTube channel, dishing out handy cooking tips. He believes in a simple test for gauging culinary skill. He explained: 'If they can make the perfect scrambled egg, you know they know how to cook properly."
Daily Mirror
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Good Morning Britain's Susanna Reid corrects Richard Madeley after name blunder
Good Morning Britain's Richard Madeley was forced to issue an apology to a guest during the latest edition of the ITV breakfast show after he got their name wrong Good Morning Britain's Richard Madeley found himself being corrected live on air by his co-host Susanna Reid during the latest episode of the ITV breakfast show, after he mistakenly referred to a guest by the wrong name. The dynamic duo were back on our telly screens on Tuesday (May 20) morning, delivering the nation's latest news headlines. They welcomed choirmaster Gareth Malone to the studio, but Richard accidentally called him Gareth Moore. Susanna quickly stepped in to rectify Richard's mistake, and the presenter promptly apologised to Gareth before carrying on with their chat. In other parts of the programme, showbiz editor Richard Arnold shared the delightful news that Peppa Pig's mum has welcomed her newest piglet, reports Cornwall Live. Richard announced that Daddy Pig had shared the joyous news with him at 5.30am, just before the ITV daytime show began. He then disclosed that the little one is named Evie, a charming addition to the family. Last month, the sex of Peppa's mum's unborn piglet was revealed, and Mummy Pig's pregnancy news first broke on GMB back in February. At that time, Richard reported live that Mummy Pig, who does "very important work" on her computer, and Daddy Pig, who "takes big numbers, transmutes them and calculates their load-bearing tangents", were expecting another baby this summer. Mummy Pig and Daddy Pig, already the doting parents to Peppa, aged four, and two year old George, have made an exciting announcement. Following the news, Susanna queried: "Do you know the weight?". Richard responded: "I don't know the weight, I thought it might be a little bit invasive to ask at this stage." To which Susanna retorted: "People always ask the weight." Richard then quipped: "I was nearly 10 pounds, you can imagine, it was all head because I've always had a smurf like body."
