Eye drops recalled: 39,060 bottles pulled over sterility fears
Nearly 40,000 bottles of Clear Eyes Maximum Itchy Eye Relief have been recalled in the US over potential contamination and lack of sterility assurance.
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Toddler with rare sun 'allergy' can play at home
Two-year-old Mollie Murray, the only UK child with her variant of xeroderma pigmentosum, can now play indoors without curtains closed thanks to UV-resistant film.
Daily weight loss pill Foundayo available in UK pharmacies
Foundayo, a daily diabetes and weight loss pill by Eli Lilly, is now available in UK pharmacies from Monday, August 24, with warnings over counterfeit versions.
Two simple methods keep chicken breasts juicy and tender
Chicken breasts can stay juicy and tender if you use one of two methods, depending on whether you are frying or grilling, according to cooking experts at Knorr.
Flight attendant urges travellers to cover up on planes
Flight attendant Charity Nelms urges passengers to wear full pants on flights, warning that bare skin may contact bodily fluids and mess on seats.
Ebola outbreak in DR Congo now deadliest in country's history
More than 2,000 people have died from Ebola in the Democratic Republic of the Congo since the first case of this epidemic was recorded in May, making it the deadliest outbreak in the country's history.
Unlabeled toxic chemicals found in 85% of personal care products
A peer-reviewed study found unlabeled toxic chemicals in 85% of personal care products, including 26% labeled 'green' or 'natural'.
63p-a-day iron supplement praised for stable energy
Shoppers praise Blueiron liquid iron supplement for reducing fatigue and stabilising energy. A 10ml daily serving costs roughly 63p, with the 250ml bottle priced at £15.99 on Amazon.
NHS urges 999 call for sharp chest pain symptom
The NHS says call 999 for sudden chest pain that spreads or feels tight, as costochondritis symptoms can mimic a heart attack. Seek urgent help if breathing is difficult or you cough up blood.
NHS warns little-known condition can cause sharp chest pain
The NHS highlights costochondritis, a chest inflammation that can cause sharp pain, sometimes mistaken for a heart attack.
Prince Harry awaits UK security decision, GB News reports
Prince Harry is still waiting for the Home Office decision on UK security for his family, with a Ravec review reportedly completed but results undisclosed.
Dissolvable 3D-printed patch targets skin cancer treatment
A dissolvable 3D-printed patch with microneedles delivers two anti-cancer drugs directly to localised skin cancer, potentially reducing pain and invasive procedures.
Nurse's two-second pen trick could help spot dangerous rashes
Paediatric nurse Sarah Hunstead says drawing a pen border around a rash can help parents spot changes quickly and seek medical help before it becomes an emergency.
PDSA urges owners not to wait on dog dry eye symptom
PDSA warns untreated dog dry eye causes extreme pain, potential eye loss. Early diagnosis and treatment can manage symptoms and protect quality of life.
UK obesity: record 2,344 fire rescues for obese people in a year
Fire crews in the UK were called to a record 2,344 bariatric rescues last year—45 a week, nearly five times the 489 in 2014. London led with 383 call-outs.
NHS £2m daily skin cancer cost prompts sunscreen VAT plea
A skin cancer survivor is urging the Government to remove 20% VAT from sunscreen, saying the NHS spends over £2m daily treating the disease, as her petition nears 100,000 signatures.
White Vinegar Wins Musty Towel Smell Test
A reporter tested baking soda, quitting fabric softener, and white vinegar on musty towels. White vinegar removed the odour completely; baking soda only reduced it.
Nurse explains wasp and bee sting symptoms you should not ignore
Search interest in wasp sting reactions has jumped 86% in three months. A nurse explains the difference between normal stings and anaphylaxis, and when to seek urgent help.
Nurse reveals signs of serious wasp and bee sting allergy
Searches for "wasp sting reaction" surge 86% as a nurse urges the public to recognise symptoms of a severe bee or wasp sting allergy, which affects 2.1 million people in the UK.
Dolly Parton: I neglected health while caring for husband
Dolly Parton, 80, says she neglected her own health while caring for husband Carl Dean before his death, and is now dealing with health issues.
Tinnitus: 'I was only 36 when the ringing wouldn't stop'
Miranda Luby, 36, describes the sudden onset of severe tinnitus, her desperate search for a cause, and how she learned to live with the constant ringing.
Blanche's AG appointment threatens abortion rights
Todd Blanche, confirmed as attorney general, reportedly plans to use the justice department to curtail abortion access, targeting mifepristone distribution and shield laws.
US kindergarten vaccination rates dip as exemptions hit record
CDC data shows MMR vaccination among kindergarteners declining slightly as non-medical exemptions climb to 4.2%, a record high.
Egg salmonella warning and Asda Morrisons pasta recall
Shoppers urged to check eggs for a symbol and code after a salmonella death, plus recalls on Asda and Morrisons pasta, and red clover seeds.
Chase Stokes: liver and kidney failure after Outer Banks
Outer Banks star Chase Stokes says his liver and kidney were failing after filming the final season, prompting him to step back from work to recover.
Kitchen extractor fans 'health risk' as bacteria warning issued
Kitchen extractor fans can harbour harmful bacteria like E.coli and salmonella, posing a health risk, according to Tap Warehouse. Experts urge households to turn off power and clean them every three months.
Brian Hyland performs outside Downing Street for NHS campaign
American musician Brian Hyland, 82, joined campaigner Ashleigh Harley outside Downing Street to raise awareness of young people struggling to get an NHS diagnosis.
STIs can show symptoms in unexpected body parts, pharmacists warn
STIs can cause symptoms beyond the genitals, including on palms, soles, eyes, throat, joints, mouth, and anus. Pharmacists urge testing for unusual signs.
Runny eggs warning issued to UK's elderly population
The FSA has warned vulnerable groups, including over-65s, to avoid runny eggs after the UKHSA declared a national salmonella outbreak with one death and 207 cases.
Macmillan urges men to learn prostate cancer myths
Macmillan Cancer Support warns that myths about prostate cancer stop men seeking checks, as new estimates show over 68,000 UK men are diagnosed each year.
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