Wash Pillowcases Weekly to Avoid Bacteria: Doctor Warns
Doctor Gareth Nye and sleep experts warn unwashed pillowcases harbor millions of bacteria. Wash them weekly to prevent skin irritation and breakouts.
Category : Health
Greggs customer storms out over coffee machine cleaning
A Greggs customer left a Gateshead branch after filming an employee using a vacuum cleaner on a coffee machine. The TikTok video garnered over 600,000 views. Greggs insists the vacuum is not used on floors.
Jeremy Clarkson's Cancer Scare Prompts 50,000 Risk Checks
Jeremy Clarkson's prostate cancer diagnosis led over 50,000 men to use Prostate Cancer UK's risk checker in a week—a 640% surge—highlighting the impact of celebrity health disclosures.
Dr Zoe Williams: 9 Unexpected Menopause Symptoms
Dr Zoe Williams highlights nine lesser-known menopause symptoms including dry eyes, burning mouth, and tingling extremities, with tips to manage them. Research shows 64% of women were unaware of these issues.
Cardiac Nurse Heatwave Safety Tips for Heart Patients
Cardiac nurse Angela Hartley advises heart patients to stay cool during the UK heatwave, with tips on working from home, cooling bedding, and monitoring hydration.
Tartan Army's Boston takeover boosted mental health, Scot says
A Scot says the Tartan Army's World Cup takeover of Boston has improved his mental health by replacing negative content with joyful videos, sparking widespread agreement online.
South Lanarkshire Health Chiefs Urge Future Care Planning
South Lanarkshire health chiefs urge residents to plan ahead for future care as guardianship orders rise over 10% since 2021, highlighting Power of Attorney as an early option.
NHS advice: cool down in 30 minutes as temps hit 37C
The NHS has issued four-step advice to cool someone down in 30 minutes as UK temperatures could reach 37C, with a red warning for extreme heat affecting millions.
NHS Issues Four-Step Heatstroke Prevention Guide as UK Braces for 37C
The NHS has issued four-step guidance to cool someone down in 30 minutes as temperatures could hit 37C. Follow these steps to prevent heatstroke.
DWP Lists 46 Mental Health Conditions for £114 Weekly PIP
The DWP has confirmed 46 mental health conditions that qualify for Personal Independence Payment (PIP), with over 1.5 million claims. The enhanced daily living rate is £114.80 per week.
Naga Munchetty Fainted Before BBC Broadcast Due to Adenomyosis
Naga Munchetty revealed she fainted before going on live TV due to adenomyosis, a painful gynaecological condition she calls the 'evil twin sister of endometriosis'.
Vet Urges 5-Second Dog Test Before Summer Walks
Vets Now warns of a rise in dog heatstroke emergencies. Owners are urged to do a 5-second pavement test before walks to prevent potentially fatal overheating.
NHS GP Reveals Five Morning Habits Doctors Wish You'd Quit
NHS GP Dr David Weinstein lists five common morning habits that harm health, including coffee before water, sugary cereal, skipping breakfast, phone scrolling, and going straight from bed to chair.
Musician's Brain Tumour Diagnosis After Hearing Loss
Jane Hull, 56, from Loughborough, dismissed her hearing loss and balance problems as age and menopause, but was diagnosed with a 3cm acoustic neuroma. After 13-hour surgery, she lost hearing in her left ear but has since run the London Marathon and raised
Fox News Viewers Spot Black Mat Under Trump
Donald Trump sparked health concerns after Fox News viewers spotted a black mat under him during a live interview, leading to speculation he sat on a puppy pad or towel to avoid leakage.
Bolton GP Surgery Contract Terminated After Third CQC Failure
NHS Greater Manchester terminated the contract of Little Lever Health Centre 2 after a third CQC inspection rated it inadequate, citing a blame culture and failure to improve. Rochdale Health Alliance appointed as caretaker.
Hiker and Dog Rescued from Munro on Scotland's Hottest Day
A hiker and his Italian Spinone dog were rescued from Mount Keen after suffering heat exhaustion on Scotland's hottest day of the year, reaching 29.4C.
Doctor Issues Three Key Rules as New Covid Stratus Strain Causes 'Peculiar Symptoms'
Doctor issues three key rules as new Covid Stratus strain spreads rapidly with peculiar symptoms including hoarse voice, bloating, and acid reflux.
Mould Found in Lungs of Man Who Died in Damp House, Inquest Hears
Inquest hears that mould was found in the lungs of Luke Brooks, 27, who died in a damp house in Oldham, with aspergillus pneumonia cited as cause.
Artificial Placenta: A New Lifeline for Premature Babies?
Artificial placentas could save extremely premature babies, but ethical issues remain before human trials.
Nearly 3,000 NHS patients a day receiving corridor care in England, figures show
Official figures show nearly 3,000 NHS patients a day receive corridor care in England, with 2,241 in A&E and 699 in other inappropriate settings.
Michael Clarke Shares Skin Cancer Surgery Update, Urges Checks
Michael Clarke shares skin cancer surgery update, urges regular checks after another removal. The former cricket captain has battled the disease since 2006.
Positive Thinking Could Boost Vaccine Immune Response, Study Finds
Study shows positive thinking may boost antibody response to vaccines by activating brain's reward system, but larger trials needed.
Neurologist's one-hour rule for better sleep: avoid screens before bed
Neurologist Dr Baibing Chen recommends avoiding screens and bright lights for an hour before bed to help quiet an overactive mind and improve sleep.
Meningitis Outbreak in Kent Kills Two Young People, Affects Four Schools
Meningitis outbreak in Kent kills two young people, including a University of Kent student and a sixth-former, with 11 hospitalised and four schools affected.
Joe Wicks Opens Up About Lockdown Fame and Future Plans
Joe Wicks discusses the emotional impact of his lockdown fame, his upbringing, and future projects including a new app and book.
Supermarket Sourdough Showdown: Top 8 Loaves Taste Tested
Thomasina Miers taste tests eight supermarket sourdough loaves, rating flavour, texture, and value. Jason's Sourdough tops the list.
The Perfect Bedtime For Health And Happiness
Parenting experts share tips for a balanced bedtime routine that promotes health and happiness for children and parents alike.
GLP-1 Users Develop Costly Perfume Obsession
GLP-1 weight loss drug users report an unexpected side effect: a costly obsession with perfume, especially sweet gourmand scents.
Medical practice warns patients over staff abuse in car parks
East Calder Medical Practice reports abusive behaviour towards staff in the car park, warns patients of zero tolerance and potential removal from the practice list.
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