Rare Human Plague Case Confirmed in California Camper
A California camper is recovering after contracting plague, likely from a flea bite while camping near South Lake Tahoe.
Category : Health
Meningitis Outbreak Kills Two Students, 11 Hospitalised
Two students dead and 11 hospitalised in meningitis outbreak at University of Kent and three schools. UKHSA investigating.
Air Fryer Christmas Dinner: The Good, the Bad, and the Not-So-Crispy Potatoes
A journalist cooks a full Christmas dinner in an air fryer, finding it quick for chicken but lacking for crispy potatoes and gravy.
Valley Fever Cases Spike After California Music Festival
19 valley fever cases after California music festival; officials warn of rising infections due to climate change.
Deadly Virus Warning for UK Holidaymakers as Yellow Fever Cases Rise
UK travellers warned as yellow fever cases confirmed in nine countries; 95 cases since 2026. Symptoms can be fatal. Vaccination advised.
Nursery Children Face 15 Illnesses in First Year, Study Finds
Study finds toddlers average 15 illnesses in first nursery year, acting as immune boot camp, reducing school-age infections.
Kate Middleton's Cape Dress Sparks Celebrity Fashion Trend
Kate Middleton's gold sequin cape dress by Jenny Packham has sparked a celebrity fashion trend, with stars like Olivia Palermo and Millie Mackintosh following suit.
Mineral vs Chemical Sunscreen: The Truth Behind the Hype
Mineral sunscreen sales are rising amid toxicity fears, but experts debunk myths about how they work and their differences from chemical versions.
Mum's Three-Step Bedtime Fix for Energetic Toddlers
A mum shares a three-step bedtime routine for hyperactive toddlers, helping them wind down and sleep better.
Tulisa's Bell's Palsy Diagnosis: Symptoms and Triggers Explained
Tulisa Contostavlos reveals Bell's Palsy diagnosis; Dr Amir Khan explains symptoms, triggers and treatment of the facial paralysis condition.
Frankie Bridge Opens Up About Lifelong Anxiety and Mental Health Journey
Frankie Bridge opens up about lifelong anxiety, psychiatric hospital stay, and mental health advice. Singer shares struggles with depression and therapy.
Mum: children in agony waiting for tooth extractions
A mother of a seven-year-old autistic boy says children are living in pain waiting months for NHS tooth extractions, as the BDA calls for release of waiting time data.
Six Subtle Hearing Loss Signs Experts Warn Never to Overlook
Experts warn of six subtle signs of hearing loss, including TV volume increase and social withdrawal, based on RNID survey and audiologist advice.
Spring Gardening: Burn Calories and Fight Dementia
Spring gardening burns calories and fights dementia, research shows. Experts recommend 'green prescriptions' for cognitive health.
Charlene White reveals father died by suicide
Loose Women's Charlene White reveals her father Denniston died by suicide, urging others not to hide emotions.
Ebola Cases Top 3,000 in DR Congo; Health Workers Strike
DR Congo's Ebola outbreak surpasses 3,000 confirmed cases with over 1,300 deaths, as health workers strike over unpaid bonuses at treatment centre in Bunia.
Kitchen Tongs Revealed as Secret to Quick Blind Cleaning
Discover how kitchen tongs can clean both sides of blinds in seconds. Plus other household hacks for dust-free window dressings this spring.
Obesity linked to rising cancer rates in under-50s in England, study finds
Obesity is linked to rising rates of 11 cancers in under-50s in England, but does not fully explain the trend, researchers say.
Amanda and Alan Embrace Spanish Christmas Traditions in Festive Special
Amanda Holden and Alan Carr return to Spain for a Christmas special, embracing local traditions like the Belen nativity set, Roscón de Reyes, and extended festivities until Three Kings Day.
Cornwall surgeon accused of fraud over amputation of his own legs
Surgeon Neil Hopper appears in court accused of lying over leg loss and encouraging amputations; remanded to crown court.
Breast cancer warning: top sign isn't always a lump
Public Health England survey reveals many over-70s unaware of breast cancer symptoms beyond a lump; urge older women to seek advice early.
Guinea-Bissau Suspends Hepatitis B Vaccine Study for Review
Guinea-Bissau suspends US-funded hepatitis B vaccine study amid ethical concerns, pending review by Africa CDC and other experts.
FDA Escalates Cough Drop Recall to Class II Over Health Risks
FDA upgrades cough drop recall to Class II after inspection finds health risks; consumers urged to check cabinets.
Night-time breathlessness could be heart failure warning, says doctor
NHS doctor warns that waking breathless at night could indicate heart failure. Other signs include breathlessness and ankle swelling.
Extra 11 minutes' sleep a night cuts heart attack risk by 10%, study finds
Small daily changes – 11 minutes more sleep, 4.5 mins extra brisk walking, 50g more veg – cut heart attack and stroke risk by 10%, study finds.
Samaritans to close half of branches amid charity sector funding crisis
Samaritans is closing half its branches as UK charities face a perfect storm of rising demand and falling income, with other major charities also cutting jobs and services.
Five subtle health warning signs women must not ignore, experts say
Health Secretary launches Women's Health Strategy; experts list five subtle warning signs women should never ignore, from abnormal bleeding to unexplained weight loss.
Marital Status Linked to Cancer Risk, Study Finds
New study finds never-married adults face significantly higher cancer risk, with men 70% and women 85% more likely to be diagnosed than married peers.
Add vinegar for extra crispy chips
Soaking chips in vinegar before frying yields fluffy insides and extra crispy outsides that stay crispy longer, according to food blogger Nagi Maehashi.
Bride showing signs of recovery after liver failure on honeymoon in Japan
A bride who suffered acute liver failure on her honeymoon in Japan is showing signs of recovery, wiggling toes and taking steps.
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