Mum's mission after partner dies in alcohol-related fall
Emma Foden, whose partner David Rhodes died after a drunken fall from a van, speaks out to inspire others to beat addiction and stay sober.
Category : Public Health
Kirkby woman's fury over six-month pension delay
Lisa Blundell, retired from the civil service in March, has received no pension for six months. She is 'beyond angry' at the government and Capita over delays affecting thousands.
Microbiologist settles tea towel washing debate: change daily
A microbiologist says tea towels should be changed every day to stop bacteria like E. coli and Salmonella spreading in kitchens.
Cornwall's child poverty crisis: food banks vs celebrity playgrounds
Children in Cornwall queue for tinned beans at food banks while A-list celebrities holiday nearby, with 27,000 under-19s in relative poverty.
Brits Warned to Avoid Runny Eggs Amid Salmonella Outbreak
Vulnerable Britons, including under-fives and pregnant women, are advised to avoid runny eggs when eating out as the UKHSA declares a national Salmonella Enteritidis outbreak with 207 cases.
Insect bite visits double as heatwaves hit UK
Hospital visits for insect and spider bites more than doubled in May, while NHS website page on bites and stings saw 121,976 visits in July.
Urgent E.coli snack wrap recall issued by FSA
The Food Standards Agency has issued an urgent warning after four wrap products were found to potentially contain E.coli bacteria. Refunds are available.
Doctor urges families to make one change before school return
Dr Reem Hasan urges UK families to treat September as a health reset, preparing for seasonal respiratory infections as children return to school.
Chicken wraps recalled over deadly E.coli fears
Summit Foods recalls four wrap products over possible STEC E.coli contamination. Consumers urged not to eat them and to dispose of them immediately.
Harry and Meghan issue online safety statement amid UK return
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have issued a new statement on children's online safety as a landmark trial against Meta begins in a California federal court.
Baked beans richer with cumin and paprika, not salt or pepper
Adding a teaspoon each of cumin and paprika to a tin of baked beans enhances flavour, with cumin adding an earthy, rich depth to the tomato sauce.
Urgent 'do not eat' alert as wraps recalled over E.coli fears
The Food Standards Agency has issued an urgent alert over fears that four snack wrap items could be contaminated with E.coli (STEC), which can cause severe illness and be fatal.
E.coli fears in four popular snacks sold in UK shops sparks urgent recall
Summit Foods recalls four snack wraps sold in UK shops over possible Shiga toxin-producing E.coli (STEC), which can cause kidney failure and be fatal.
Omeprazole misuse could trigger anaemia and osteoporosis risks
Taking omeprazole for longer than two weeks without a prescription could increase risks of anaemia and osteoporosis, Brazilian researchers warn.
London's 15-year life expectancy gap revealed by new ONS data
New ONS figures show a 15-year life expectancy gap between London neighbourhoods, from 73 years in East Village, Stratford, to 89 in Marylebone and Park Lane.
Psychiatric disorders top PIP claims with 1.5 million recipients
More than 1.5 million PIP claims list psychiatric disorders as the main condition, the most common category tracked by the DWP computer system, according to latest figures.
Powys school gets zero hygiene rating after mouse droppings found
Llanfechain Church in Wales Primary received a zero hygiene rating after inspectors found mouse droppings in the kitchen and noted staff failed to wash hands.
Insect bite NHS visits double as heatwaves hit Britain
NHS website visits for bites and stings soared to 121,976 in July, up 35.2% from June, as heatwaves drove a surge in insect and spider bites across England.
Four wraps recalled in UK over possible E.coli contamination
Summit Foods recalls four wrap products over possible STEC E.coli, which can cause kidney failure and be fatal. All use-by dates up to September 5, 2026 are affected.
Boy, 16, 'living in a pond' with burning condition seen by doctors
Iqbal Sheikh, 16, who spent days in ponds due to a burning skin sensation, has been flown to Mumbai's Sir HN Reliance Hospital for diagnosis and treatment after neighbours raised the alarm.
JD Vance's diet doctor's 'orgasmic' poo claim lacks science
Dr Sean O'Mara, who advises JD Vance and RFK Jr, claims ideal poos take 3-7 seconds and feel 'near orgasmic'. Experts say there's no science behind it.
Quarter of UK baby foods still too sugary, analysis finds
A year after voluntary guidelines were introduced, analysis of 224 branded infant foods finds 58% breach at least one rule and 23% contain too much sugar.
Vulnerable groups told to avoid runny eggs amid Salmonella outbreak
The FSA and UKHSA warn pregnant women and under-5s to avoid runny eggs when eating out after one death and over 200 Salmonella cases linked to imported eggs.
Vulnerable people told to avoid runny eggs amid salmonella outbreak
One person has died and hundreds have been ill in a salmonella outbreak linked to imported eggs. Vulnerable people should avoid runny eggs when eating out.
Canary Islands alert as West Nile Virus detected in Gran Canaria
Health professionals are on high alert after officials confirmed the presence of West Nile Virus at an equestrian centre in Gran Canaria, with surveillance intensified in the Maspalomas Basic Health Zone.
Vulnerable told to avoid runny eggs in cafes amid salmonella outbreak
One person has died and 207 cases confirmed in a salmonella outbreak linked to imported eggs. Experts advise vulnerable groups to avoid runny eggs when eating out.
Blackberries praised as 'one of the healthiest' foods by Mosleys
Blackberries are 'one of the healthiest foods you can eat', says Dr Clare Mosley. The 99p Aldi fruit may help manage diabetes, lower dementia risk and cut cholesterol.
Salmonella outbreak: four groups warned against uncooked eggs
Pregnant women, under-5s, over-65s and vulnerable people told to avoid uncooked eggs amid a UK salmonella outbreak that has caused one death and hundreds of illnesses.
Type 1 diabetic's diet drink mix-up: 'It can be life or death'
A type 1 diabetic describes how being served a full-sugar Pepsi instead of Pepsi Max at a cinema sent her blood sugar skyrocketing, and why such mistakes can be deadly.
Why UK tap water tastes 'musty' this week
Heavy rain after a 50-day drought is giving UK tap water a musty, earthy taste. Experts say algae blooms from runoff are to blame, but the water remains safe to drink.
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