LONDON — After actress and Celebrity Traitors star Ruth Codd announced on TikTok that she was recovering from her second leg amputation, the UK’s National Health Service confirmed Wednesday that citizens have begun voluntarily donating unused limbs in a rush to stay relevant and compassionate.

“Ruth’s courage has inspired a groundswell of empathy—and frankly, a lot of online clout-chasing,” said NHS spokesperson Dr. Fiona Wexley, adding that the #LimbForRuth challenge had trended for several hours on social media before TikTok quietly banned it. “We advise people to consult a medical professional before trying to amputate anything for charity, no matter how many likes it gets.”

Codd, who lost her leg below the knee after an operation, is currently staying with family and reportedly fielding offers from shoe companies desperate for fresh marketing angles. “We’re thrilled to announce our new single-sneaker subscription box,” said Jez O’Malley, creative director for FootLoose UK. “We figure we can halve our manufacturing costs—and double the impact.”

Not to be outdone, Channel 4 immediately commissioned a new reality series, Britain’s Got Limbs, in which contestants compete to see who can miss the most appendages while still nailing a tap-dance routine. “It’s got heart, drama, and all the raw, unfiltered prosthetic action viewers demand,” said executive producer Clive Ambrose.

Codd herself weighed in on the movement, posting, “Thanks for the support, but if I see another influencer waving a hacksaw, I’m logging off.”