UK health alert: Check your child's jabs to stop measles
The UK Health Security Agency warns parents to check their child's vaccination records to protect against measles and whooping cough. Here's the NHS schedule and how to catch up.
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Stop Child's Night Cough with Honey in Water
A children's dietician reveals a cupboard-staple remedy for persistent night coughs in kids, backed by NHS guidance. Learn the safe, effective method to help everyone sleep.
Honey in warm water can ease a child's overnight cough
A children's dietitian reveals a simple, NHS-backed remedy using honey to calm persistent coughs and improve sleep. Learn the safe method and dosage for children over one.
NHS: How to tell if your cough is Covid or flu
Struggling to tell Covid and flu apart this winter? NHS guidance explains the key symptom differences, including a crucial clue in your cough. Learn the signs and when to seek help.
GP: When to get urgent help for a child's cough
A leading GP outlines the critical signs that a child's cough or cold requires urgent medical attention. Learn when to seek help and what underlying conditions to watch for.
Paracetamol warning for cold and flu season
A pharmacist issues a vital warning about mixing paracetamol with popular cold and flu remedies, highlighting the risk of accidental overdose. Learn how to stay safe this winter.
Flu Season Medication Warning for Blood Pressure & Diabetes
A UK pharmacist warns that common medications for blood pressure and diabetes can cause kidney damage during severe flu. Learn the 'sick day rules' and when to consult your GP.
Whooping Cough Surge Linked to Falling Vaccination Rates
An investigation reveals a sharp rise in whooping cough cases as DTaP vaccination rates drop below targets. The CDC warns infants are at highest risk. Protect your family.
Effective Home Remedies for Colds and Flu Symptoms
A doctor reveals which traditional cold and flu remedies are effective, from honey to steam inhalation, and which ones to avoid. Learn how to soothe symptoms at home.
Peter Hitchens Issues Stark Warning on ADHD Medication Risks
Columnist Peter Hitchens delivers a powerful critique of powerful ADHD drugs, questioning their long-term effects and the nature of diagnosis. Read his full warning.
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.
Pharmacist: Common cold medication can make you feel worse
A UK pharmacist warns that misusing common cold and flu remedies can prolong illness. Learn the key mistakes to avoid and how to recover effectively this winter.
Diabetes drugs Ozempic, Wegovy tied to chronic cough risk
A major study finds GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic increase chronic cough risk by up to 25% in type 2 diabetes patients. Discover the surprising findings and potential mechanisms behind this side effect.
GP's 5 Vital Symptoms That Need Medical Attention
ITV's Dr Amir Khan lists five crucial signs, including a persistent cough and blood in urine, that warrant a GP appointment. Learn when to seek help and ease winter A&E pressure.
Whooping Cough Nasal Spray Vaccine Hailed as Breakthrough
A new government-funded nasal spray vaccine for whooping cough shows promise in stopping transmission. Could this be a game-changer for public health? Read the full story.
11 Babies Die in UK Whooping Cough Outbreak
A new nasal spray vaccine trial offers hope after a devastating pertussis outbreak. Learn about symptoms, NHS vaccination schedules, and the breakthrough research.
New Nasal Spray Vaccine Targets Whooping Cough After UK Outbreak
A breakthrough nasal spray vaccine, BPZE1, could stop the spread of deadly whooping cough. Learn the warning signs after a 2024 UK outbreak killed 11 infants. Know when to call 999.
Best Time to Take Medication for Maximum Effect
Discover how your body clock and food intake impact medication effectiveness. Learn when to take common drugs like blood pressure pills and statins for optimal results.
Three Unvaccinated Infants Die from Whooping Cough
Three unvaccinated infants in Kentucky have died from whooping cough as the Victorian-era disease surges across the US. Vaccination rates are falling, putting vulnerable children at risk.
Doctor's verdict on cold remedies: Honey works
BBC's Dr Oscar Duke reveals which natural cold remedies actually work. Discover why honey gets the green light, while onions and garlic are busted myths. Read the full analysis.
Persistent Cough Could Signal Undiagnosed Lung Disease
NHS doctors urge anyone with a persistent chesty cough producing phlegm to see their GP as soon as possible. It could be a sign of COPD, a serious lung condition affecting 600,000 undiagnosed Brits.
Pharmacist Reveals 7 Medications She'd Never Take
A UK pharmacist with 13 years' experience warns against seven common medications, revealing potential long-term side effects and dependency risks. Learn the safer alternatives.
NHS Covid cough warning: Avoid this sleeping position
The NHS advises against lying on your back if you have a Covid cough. Discover expert tips for better sleep and faster recovery from coronavirus symptoms.
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.
4 Signs Your Cough Could Signal Serious Lung Disease
A persistent cough could signal COPD for 600,000 undiagnosed Brits. Learn the 4 key symptoms and risk factors. Don't ignore a long-term cough - see your GP.
4 'Persistent' Symptoms That Could Signal Cancer
Cancer Research UK warns that four persistent symptoms, including a lasting cough and mouth ulcers, could be key to an early cancer diagnosis. Learn the signs and when to see a doctor.
Whooping cough surge puts infants at risk
Whooping cough cases are rising dramatically across the US. Learn how to protect your family with vaccination and recognise the dangerous symptoms of this bacterial infection.
Texas whooping cough spike linked to falling vaccinations
Texas reports a massive 400% surge in whooping cough cases, reaching an 11-year high. Health experts warn declining vaccination rates are to blame. Learn how to protect your family.
5 Million Brits Urged to Get Vaccinations Amid Health Alert
Health authorities issue urgent warning as measles and whooping cough cases surge across Britain. Discover if you're among those at risk and how to protect your family.
Lloyds Pharmacy issues urgent flu medication warning
Lloyds Pharmacy issues urgent warning about dangerous interactions between common cold medications and flu treatments. Experts reveal which combinations could put your health at risk.
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