Health · 1 September 2026

Girl's routine eye test uncovers a serious brain tumour

Five-year-old Phoebe from St Neots suffered months of headaches and sickness that doctors first thought were migraines. A Specsavers eye test then quickly revealed she had a brain tumour, leading to emergency surgery at Addenbrooke's Hospital. While she still needs regular checks, Phoebe is now back at school and thriving.

By BriefTea Editorial · 1 September 2026 at 5:02

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