C. diff Testing Failures in NHS Hospitals Revealed
Research shows 80% of NHS staff lack knowledge on preventing deadly C. diff infections, leading to missed tests and 18,000 UK cases yearly. Experts call for urgent action.
Research shows 80% of NHS staff lack knowledge on preventing deadly C. diff infections, leading to missed tests and 18,000 UK cases yearly. Experts call for urgent action.
Research shows nearly 80% of NHS staff lack knowledge on preventing C. diff, a fatal stomach bug causing 18,000 UK infections yearly. Experts call for urgent action on testing and awareness.
Explore the 'Fungi: Anarchist Designers' exhibition in Rotterdam, a riveting journey into fungal power, from zombie-making spores to atomic bomb survivors. Discover why we cannot ignore them.
Explore the dark, fascinating world of fungi at Rotterdam's Nieuwe Instituut. This exhibition reveals their terrifying power to poison, control minds, and survive atomic bombs. A must-see journey into ecological interdependence.
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The NHS warns that a sudden change in nighttime urination, especially with other symptoms, could indicate a UTI or serious infection. Know the signs and when to seek urgent help.
The NHS warns that a sudden change in night-time urination could be a sign of a urinary tract infection. Learn the symptoms and when to see a GP.
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An American woman moving to the UK shares her surprising packing mistakes, from ill-fitting bed linen to wrong-sized baking trays. Discover the everyday items that aren't standard globally.
A drug-resistant strain of Candida auris is becoming more infectious worldwide, posing a major health threat. Scientists warn of its unique ability to evade drugs and colonise skin. Read the latest findings.
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Horticulture expert Louis Hooft warns that black spot disease is the most common threat to rose bushes. Learn how to spot, prevent, and treat this fungal issue to save your spring blooms.
Horticulture expert Louis Hooft warns gardeners to inspect rose bushes for 'unsightly' black spot disease this winter. Learn how to prevent it and protect your blooms.
A drug-resistant and increasingly virulent fungus, Candida auris, is spreading globally. Scientists warn of its unique ability to evade drugs and colonise skin, posing a major public health threat.
The NHS warns a common foot issue can spread if untreated. Learn the key symptoms, risk factors, and when to seek help from a pharmacy or GP to stop the infection.
The NHS highlights a key sign of athlete's foot, urging prompt treatment to prevent it spreading to nails. Learn the symptoms, risks, and prevention steps.
The world's largest living library of vital soil fungi, INVAM, faces closure due to US federal budget cuts. This 'Louvre for artists' holds over 900 strains key to ecosystem restoration and sustainable farming. Read why its loss would be catastrophic.
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The Met Office confirms 2025 is tracking to beat 2022 as the UK's warmest year on record, with an average temperature of 10.05°C. Discover the climate data and what it means for Britain's future.
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Experts warn squeezing spots in the 'triangle of death' on your face can cause life-threatening brain infections. Learn the risks and safer skincare alternatives.
A drug-resistant fungal infection causing severe skin lesions is spreading rapidly across the UK, with cases soaring by 500%. Experts warn of local transmission.
Discover how to combat powdery mildew and fungal infections in your garden using a simple homemade baking soda spray. A natural, effective remedy for healthy plants.
Health authorities issue urgent warning about invasive Strep A infections as cases surge across Britain. Learn the life-threatening symptoms and when to seek immediate medical help.
A woman's mysterious head symptoms were misdiagnosed as drug withdrawal until doctors discovered the horrifying reality - live insects nesting in both ears. This medical nightmare reveals crucial warning signs everyone should know.
Revolutionary new testing method can rapidly detect dangerous bacterial infections in newborns, potentially saving countless infant lives across the UK.
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