Two Dead and 11 Seriously Ill in Meningitis Outbreak at University of Kent
Two dead and 11 seriously ill in meningitis outbreak at University of Kent; UKHSA provides antibiotics to students in Canterbury.
Category : Health
Gin Explosion Leaves Man in Coma for Five Weeks
Leigh Taylor, 45, suffered severe burns and spent five weeks in a coma after an explosion while distilling gin. He died for eight minutes but was revived.
Aitch Opens Up About Sister Gracie and Down Syndrome Mission on I'm a Celeb
Aitch shares emotional bond with sister Gracie, who has Down syndrome, and his mission to raise awareness on I'm a Celeb.
Wes Streeting Considers Writing Off Junior Doctors' Student Debt to Avert Strike
Health Secretary Wes Streeting considers student debt forgiveness for junior doctors to avert a five-day BMA strike starting 25 July.
Innocent Smoothie Tastes Like Dessert With Fibre Boost
Samantha Bartlett found an Innocent smoothie that tastes like dessert while providing fibre, Vitamin C, and one of your five-a-day. New dessert-inspired flavours reviewed.
Secret Ingredient for Perfect Homemade Chips Revealed
Learn the secret ingredient for crispy homemade chips: cornstarch. Expert tips for perfect restaurant-style chips at home.
Isle of Wight paramedic struck off after indecent images found
Paramedic Andrew Martindale struck off after admitting making indecent images of a child and chatting about abusing a 13-year-old.
Apple a Day May Keep the Doctor Away, New Study Confirms
New study confirms apples' health benefits, including reduced risk of diabetes and heart disease, due to phytochemicals and fibre.
Trump Administration to Link Tylenol to Autism Risk, Defying Medical Guidelines
Trump administration plans to link Tylenol use during pregnancy to autism risk, contrary to medical guidelines.
Over-50s Women’s Mental Health Crisis: Survey Reveals Two in Three Affected
Survey finds nearly two-thirds of UK women over 50 struggle with mental health due to menopause, relationships, and other midlife challenges, with most not seeking help.
London NHS Trusts Report £24m Deficit but Reassure Patients
Four London NHS Trusts report £24m deficit due to inflation and pressures, but assure no patient services will be impacted.
Long-Distance Couple Struggles to Reconnect After Three Years Apart
A couple reunites after three years long-distance but struggles to reconnect. Expert advice on rebuilding their bond.
Experts Warn Against DIY Botox Injections as Illegal Innotox Sold Online
Experts warn against DIY Botox-like injections with illegally sold Innotox, citing risks of eyelid droops, infection, and botulism.
Labour's NHS Reforms: Visionary or Vague?
Analysis of Labour's NHS reform plans: shifting to prevention, community care, and digital, while tackling waiting lists and funding constraints.
Mother Charged with Attempted Murder After Baby Found with Brain Bleed and Fractures
Shannon McNease, 27, charged with attempted murder after her eight-week-old baby suffered brain bleed and fractures consistent with shaking.
Fake NHS Vaccine Texts Used in £40m Banking Fraud Scam
Fraudsters use fake NHS vaccine texts to steal bank details; pension scams also rise during pandemic.
Terminally Ill Father Whose Early Christmas Party Went Viral Dies
Matthew Sandbrook, 37, who had terminal brain cancer and was given an early Christmas party by 200 people, has died.
Boots Launches In-Store Weight Loss Jab Service Across 17 UK Stores
Boots launches in-store weight loss jab service in 17 UK stores, offering face-to-face consultations for Wegovy and Mounjaro prescriptions.
Katie Miller Claims Unvaccinated Child Healthier Than Vaccinated Sibling
Katie Miller claims her unvaccinated child is healthier than her vaccinated one, in a podcast with vaccine skeptic Jenny McCarthy.
Baby Dies After NHS Staff Fail to Wake Mother for Checks
Newborn Sonny Taylor died after NHS staff failed to wake his mother for checks on a chaotic maternity ward, leading to a legal settlement.
NHS to Give Children Combined MMRV Vaccine from Friday
UK children to receive combined MMRV vaccine from Friday, protecting against chickenpox alongside measles, mumps and rubella.
Streeting Warns Christmas Strikes Could Collapse Flu-Hit NHS
Health secretary warns Christmas strikes and flu surge could collapse NHS; BMA votes on offer to halt action.
Wes Streeting Rejects Trump Claim Linking Paracetamol and Autism
Wes Streeting rejects Trump's unproven claims linking paracetamol to autism, urging pregnant women to ignore the US president and trust medical experts.
Girl, 4, in Hospital with Rare Brain Condition After Flu
Four-year-old Sienna Dunion diagnosed with rare brain disease ANE after flu, faces years of rehab to relearn walking and talking.
Rawdogging: Gen Z's Secret to Reclaiming Focus?
Gen Z's 'rawdogging' trend involves sitting still without distractions to improve focus, akin to meditation.
Warning Over Shortage of Common Painkillers and BP Meds
Several common medications, including ramipril and co-codamol, face shortages in UK pharmacies. Patients advised to consult pharmacists or GPs.
Cold Forehead Trick For Faster Sleep Says Expert
A neuroscientist claims placing a cold item on your forehead can help you fall asleep in seconds by cooling the brain's frontal lobe.
Paul Sinha Reveals First Signs of Parkinson's Before Diagnosis
Paul Sinha shares first signs of Parkinson's, including urinary incontinence and stiff shoulder, in his new memoir.
Crohn's Disease Scarring Trigger Identified by Scientists
Scientists identify immune cell clusters as trigger for scarring in Crohn's disease, offering hope for new treatments.
Nigella Lawson's Easy Chicken Pie Recipe for Winter Comfort
Nigella Lawson's easy chicken pie recipe uses shop-bought pastry and one pan for a comforting winter dinner ready in 30 minutes.
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