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Urgent UK Warning: Fake Weight Loss Jabs Can Kill

Health Minister Dr Zubir Ahmed warns Brits against black market weight loss injections. Contaminated 'fat jabs' can cause heart failure, psychological harm, and death. Learn how to stay safe.

Medications You Shouldn't Take With Coffee

Your morning coffee can reduce the effectiveness of common drugs or increase side effects. Learn which five types of medication to be cautious with and how to stay safe.

Swine Fever Outbreak in Spain Blamed on Sandwich

Spain's military is deployed after an African swine fever outbreak near Barcelona, potentially caused by a contaminated sausage sandwich. Key exports to the UK and China are halted.

Global Methanol Poisoning Crisis Kills Thousands

Exclusive report on the global methanol poisoning crisis, from a British traveller's death in Laos to thousands of unreported fatalities worldwide. Learn the symptoms and how to protect yourself.

ByHeart Formula: All Lots May Contain Botulism

Tests reveal ByHeart infant formula from all lots may be contaminated with botulism bacteria. Dozens of babies sickened. Parents urged to stop use immediately and check for symptoms.

Jamaica Leptospirosis Outbreak After Hurricane

Jamaica confirms a deadly leptospirosis outbreak with six suspected deaths following Hurricane Melissa's catastrophic flooding. Health officials urge caution in contaminated areas.

UK Prescription Crisis: 7 Risky Medications

Leading pharmacist warns millions face medication dependency. Discover the 7 common prescription drugs with devastating side effects and safer alternatives you must discuss with your GP.

US Baby Formula Recall Over Botulism Fears

Health officials issue a 'do not use' warning for ByHeart infant formula after 23 hospitalisations across 13 US states. Learn the symptoms and safety steps.

ACT Schools Close After Asbestos Found in Sand

Multiple ACT schools closed after asbestos detected in coloured sand products. Health alert issued as authorities investigate contaminated materials. Stay informed about school safety.

Pathologist dies after hospital medication error

Distinguished pathologist Dr Paul Miller tragically died from a medication overdose after hospital staff administered the wrong drug following a routine procedure at West Suffolk Hospital.

Heinz Sauce Recall Over Botulism Fears

Major health scare as Heinz tomato sauces are pulled from UK shelves due to potential botulism contamination. Consumers warned not to consume affected products.

NHS Free Prescription Expansion for Millions

The NHS is set to expand free prescription access to millions more patients in what's being hailed as the biggest healthcare reform in decades. Discover who qualifies and when changes take effect.

Nurse jailed for dirty needle on cancer teen

A NHS nurse has been sentenced to 15 months in prison for using an unsterile needle on a vulnerable teenage cancer patient and instructing them not to disclose the dangerous incident to anyone.

FDA warns of toxic cough syrups from China

US health authorities sound alarm after toxic chemical discovery in Chinese-manufactured cough syrups distributed across multiple states, prompting urgent product recalls.

HIV-positive blood given to thalassemia patient

A major healthcare failure in India's Madhya Pradesh state sees a thalassemia patient contract HIV after receiving contaminated blood transfusion, sparking nationwide outrage and investigations.

Coffee Medication Warning: Heart Attack Risk

A qualified pharmacist reveals the dangerous medications you should never take with coffee - from heart pills to antidepressants. Discover the potentially fatal combinations lurking in your morning routine.

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