Newport retired nurse Sarah Higgins loses 10 stone to qualify for knee surgery
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Newport retired nurse Sarah Higgins loses 10 stone to qualify for knee surgery

2 Jul 2026 · Originally published 2 Jul 2026 8/10 Original headline: Retired nurse from Newport inspires others after her 10 stone weight loss
After being refused surgery for an arthritic knee due to her weight, 56-year-old Sarah Higgins joined a local Slimming World group and lost 10 and a half stone. She is now scheduled for her operation and has become a consultant to help others reach their own health goals.
Source: WalesOnline Newport
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