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Tramadol: Limited Pain Relief, Doubled Serious Risk

A major review finds the common opioid tramadol offers minimal pain relief while more than doubling the risk of serious adverse events like heart problems. Doctors urged to reconsider its use.

8 Groups Who Should Avoid Ibuprofen - NHS List

The NHS advises eight specific groups of people to consult a doctor before taking the common painkiller ibuprofen. Learn who is at risk and what the official guidance says.

Paracetamol Alert: 5 Groups Need Medical Advice

NHS issues crucial guidance on paracetamol use. Discover the five key groups who should seek medical advice before taking this common painkiller to avoid serious health risks.

Jodie Sweetin's First Drink at 14: Full Story

Former Full House star Jodie Sweetin opens up about her first experience with alcohol at age 14 and her subsequent journey through addiction and recovery. Discover her powerful story.

Child Vaping Clinic Overwhelmed, Ages 11-15 on List

Alder Hey's pioneering vaping clinic for children is at full capacity with a growing waiting list. Experts warn of nicotine's irreversible harm to developing brains. Discover the scale of the crisis.

NHS Alert: Ibuprofen Health Risks Revealed

The NHS has issued a critical safety warning about ibuprofen after new research reveals potentially fatal side effects. Discover which patients are most at risk and what symptoms require immediate medical attention.

Workaholic Warning Signs: Are You Addicted to Work?

Discover the hidden signs of work addiction and learn how to recognise if your career dedication has crossed into dangerous territory. Expert insights reveal the psychological and physical toll of workaholism.

Trump's Tylenol Warning Sparks Health Debate

Donald Trump's controversial comments about Tylenol safety have ignited fresh health concerns, as medical experts question his unexpected painkiller warning that's dividing opinion across the UK.

Richard Madeley: Why I never tried drugs

Good Morning Britain presenter Richard Madeley reveals his lifelong abstinence from drugs, fearing addiction vulnerability while maintaining a staggering 60-cigarette daily habit for years.

Healthy student dies after paracetamol reaction

A seemingly healthy university student died suddenly after taking paracetamol for minor pain, with his brothers racing to buy medication in a desperate bid to save him. The coroner's report reveals shocking details about the rare reaction that claimed Har

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