Audiologist Warns Heatwave Can Damage Hearing
Audiologist Kayleigh Waters warns that the UK heatwave from June 22-25 can harm hearing via sunburn, swimmer's ear, and dehydration. The Met Office issued an extreme heat alert.
Category : Public Health
UK Heatwave Alert: Expert Warns of Ear Health Risks
Audiologist Kayleigh Waters warns that the UK's extreme heatwave can worsen tinnitus, cause swimmer's ear, and lead to dehydration-related hearing issues, urging precautions.
NHS Warns Hay Fever Sufferers: Don't Double Dose
NHS warns hay fever sufferers not to double dose on medication as visits to its hay fever webpage double amid UK heatwave with temperatures potentially reaching 38C.
Hale Homecare in Special Measures After Legal Breaches
FCNA Homecare in Hale has been placed in special measures by the CQC after inspectors found multiple legal breaches, including failures in medicine management and staff recruitment.
UK Healthy Life Expectancy Drops, Thinktank Urges Alcohol Pricing
UK healthy life expectancy drops by over two years since 2012-14, with thinktank urging alcohol pricing and food reform to reverse decline.
Gaza Flotilla Activists Allege Sexual Assault and Rape in Israeli Detention
Activists from a Gaza aid flotilla allege sexual assault and rape in Israeli detention; Israel denies claims.
Skin cancer cases hit record high in UK as heatwave looms
Melanoma skin cancer cases in the UK hit a record high of over 20,000 annually. CRUK urges sun safety as temperatures may reach 33°C this bank holiday weekend.
Aldi Recalls Five Products Over Salmonella Risk
Aldi recalls five products, including frozen pizzas and pork rinds, over salmonella risk from contaminated dry milk powder.
At Least 27 Killed in Stampede at Hindu Festival in Andhra Pradesh
At least 27 killed in stampede at Hindu Pushkaralu festival on Godavari river in Andhra Pradesh; dozens injured.
Mushroom water: the 'magic' ingredient to save plants in UK heatwave
UK heatwave gardening tip: use mushroom-infused water to prevent plant wilting and improve soil hydration.
Gardeners Urged to Protect Robins by Providing Water During Heatwave
Gardeners urged to provide water for robins and other birds during UK heatwave, as experts warn 43% of bird species at risk of vanishing.
Women Donate Hearts to Science After Transplants
Three women who received heart transplants before age 35 donated their old hearts to research, aiding studies on heart failure and lab-grown valves.
Dad dies after 150ft fall at MSG concert
Paul Kueker, 51, fell 150 feet from the Chase Bridge during a Goose concert at Madison Square Garden. He died at Bellevue Hospital. The band expressed condolences.
Woman Given Weeks to Live After Turkey Flu Led to Rare Condition
Clare Adams, 45, from Widnes, was diagnosed with incurable pulmonary arterial hypertension after catching flu in Turkey in 2023, later developing rare PVOD with weeks to live.
Woman given weeks to live after flu on Turkey holiday
Clare Adams, 45, from Cheshire, was diagnosed with rare pulmonary veno-occlusive disease after catching flu in Turkey, given weeks to months to live.
Woman, 45, given weeks to live after Turkey holiday flu
Clare Adams, 45, from Widnes, was given weeks to live after a rare lung disease diagnosis following a flu she caught on holiday in Marmaris, Turkey. She now hopes for a double lung transplant.
Woman, 45, Given Weeks to Live After Turkey Flu Led to Rare Lung Disease
Clare Adams, 45, from Widnes, was given weeks to live after a flu caught in Turkey led to pulmonary veno-occlusive disease. She now hopes for a double lung transplant.
British Mum's Appendix Wrongly Removed on Egypt Holiday
A British mother claims her appendix was wrongly removed during a £2,000 holiday in Egypt, leaving her with colitis and unable to eat everyday foods like chocolate.
Which? Warns: Don't Forget Sun Cream on Eyelids and Armpits
Which? experts warn people commonly forget to apply sun cream to eyelids and armpits, risking painful burns. Other missed spots include lips, feet, and behind knees.
Preventive Health Screening: When More Tests Aren't Better
Screening tests can prevent disease, but overscreening leads to ambiguous findings, unnecessary procedures, and anxiety. Experts explain when to test and when to avoid it.
Guardian View: Reject Addiction Without Harm
The UN will review nicotine's legal status. An outright ban goes too far, but easy availability is unjustified. Regulation must balance harm reduction for smokers and protecting children.
British Women Rank Among Angriest in Europe, Survey Finds
British women rank among the angriest in Europe according to a new global survey, sparking debate about the nature of anger and its link to happiness.
Whitby's Dog Poo Crisis: Locals Revolt Against Filthy Streets
Whitby residents revolt against dog poo crisis despite free bags and fines; environmental concerns also raised.
Rod Stewart uses oxygen after nearly fainting on stage
Sir Rod Stewart, 81, nearly fainted on stage in Utah, used oxygen, and finished the show seated. He has cancelled recent gigs due to health issues.
Gardening Expert Warns Against Common Watering Mistake During Heatwave
Gardening expert Peter Dowdall warns against watering little and often during heatwaves, advising deep watering and soil improvement instead.
Woman's 8-Word Verdict on NHS After Breast Cancer Diagnosis
Vicky Strange found a breast lump days before a holiday. Diagnosed with cancer, she praised the NHS with an 8-word verdict: 'We are so lucky to have the NHS.'
Rachel Reeves pension cap to hit 3.3 million households
Rachel Reeves' pension change will cap salary sacrifice at £2,000 a year from April 2029, affecting 3.3 million savers, warns AJ Bell.
Salmonella Cases in England Reach Decade High, Health Warning Issued
Salmonella infections in England hit decade high with 10,406 cases in 2025, prompting UKHSA health warning on hygiene.
Jon Snow: Alzheimer's, Wife Precious Lunga, and Three Kids
Jon Snow, 78, documents his Alzheimer's diagnosis in a new Channel 4 documentary. He is married to epidemiologist Precious Lunga and has three children: Freya, Leila, and a baby boy born via surrogacy.
Farmer praises Jeremy Clarkson for prostate cancer awareness
Farmer Denys Fell, 75, praises Jeremy Clarkson for speaking out about prostate cancer, sharing his own shock diagnosis and urging men to get health checks.
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