A mother-of-one has told how she nearly died after contracting toxic shock syndrome from a tampon. Amy Williams, 24, from Basildon, Essex, was left hospitalised and fighting for her life when she accidentally left her tampon inside her for five days. Toxic shock syndrome can cause the body to go into septic shock, a serious case of sepsis, which can cause multiple organ failure and eventually death if left untreated. The PA, is now speaking out to raise awareness of the rare, life-threatening condition in the hope that other women do not experience the same trauma.
NATURE PAPARAZZIS prove you don't have to be Justin Bieber or Cheryl Cole to attract a pack of photographers .
These adorable pictures show the moment two cuddly red panda cubs take their first look at the outside world and are weighed for the very first time .
An American black bear mimics John Travolta’s famous Saturday Night Fever dance move by hurling its arm in the air .
RESTING his weary head on his flipper, this little seal pup takes a much needed nap after an afternoon of strenuous yoga .
CAMPED out in the middle of a forest, these unusual hut hotels take you back to basics .
Clinging on to their furry backs, mischievous monkeys appeared to enjoy the free transport as they rode around on a perturbed Capybara .
Balanced on one leg, a frog assumes the crane kick martial arts stance made famous in the movie The Karate Kid .
Hot on the heels of a little rabbit, this cheetah is on a mission to catch his prey .
From vibrant blues to dazzling oranges, these eye catching hummingbirds proudly show off their impressive colours .
WEARING tiny Christmas accessories, these adorable babies get into the spirit of the season .
PICKING up a tiny tea-pot with its paws, a little red squirrel struggles to prepare its morning tea .
Jostling their quills into the noses of some unlucky cubs, this is the moment two feisty porcupines ALMOST defeat a pride of seven lions .