UK Plans Plain Vape Packaging to Deter Youth Use
Vapes will be sold in plain white, black or grey packaging under UK proposals to stop marketing to children. A consultation also restricts flavor names and bans visible displays.
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Whitty Warns WFH Making Brits 'Frail' with New Exercise Guidance
Sir Chris Whitty warns working from home is making Brits 'frail' as he unveils updated UK exercise guidance, urging people to find activities they enjoy and build movement into daily life.
Jessie J Shares Breast Cancer Battle Insights at Awards
Jessie J, 38, spoke about her breast cancer battle while accepting the Outstanding Achievement in Music award at the Silver Clef Awards, urging fans to enjoy life and their bodies.
Scabies Outbreak Closes Welsh Hospital Ward as Cases Surge
A ward at Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen, Wales, has been closed due to an outbreak of crusted scabies, a rare Victorian-era disease seeing rising UK cases. Contacts offered treatment.
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Welsh Ward Closed After Rare Scabies Outbreak
A ward at Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen, Wales, has been closed due to an outbreak of crusted scabies, a rare Victorian-era disease on the rise in the UK.
Hospital Ward Closed After Rare Scabies Outbreak
A ward at Glangwili Hospital in Carmarthen has been closed after an outbreak of a rare form of scabies, a Victorian disease on the rise in the UK, causing scaly rash and thickened crusts.
Brit Gran Dies After Turkey Boob Job and Tummy Tuck
Caroline Baker, 47, died after gasping for air following a boob job and tummy tuck in Turkey. A UK coroner ruled natural causes exacerbated by surgery, but exact cause remains unclear.
Wigan McDonald's Gets One-Star Hygiene Rating
McDonald's in Wigan town centre received a one-star hygiene rating after a May inspection, with 'major improvement necessary' in food safety management, though food handling was 'very good'.
Cannibalism Unleashes Fatal Illnesses, Research Reveals
Scientists from Poland and the Czech Republic used a mathematical model to show that cannibalism leads to population collapse due to fatal diseases like kuru, explaining why it became a taboo.
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Apprentice Star Rochelle Anthony Hospitalised with Suspected Stroke
Former Apprentice star Rochelle Anthony has been rushed to hospital with a suspected stroke, losing use of her left arm and leg. She shared the news from A&E.
Man died after stomach issues misdiagnosed as IBS
A Merseyside man, Andy Holland, died of bowel cancer after his stomach issues were initially thought to be IBS. His wife Cath shares her grief and the importance of end-of-life care.
Urgent Recall Issued for Pesto, Baby Snacks, and 15 Perfumes
Urgent recalls for Filippo Berio pesto (undeclared fish), Glenisk baby fromage frais (mould), and 15 Savers perfumes (banned chemicals).
Ece Irtem died of alcohol poisoning, not monkey bite
Turkish soap star Ece Irtem, 35, died from ethyl alcohol poisoning with a blood alcohol level nearly eight times the legal limit, not from a monkey bite, according to autopsy results.
200,000 Counterfeit Condoms Seized Across Europe
More than 200,000 counterfeit condoms are being distributed across Europe, seized by OLAF. They are untested, unsafe, and can spread STIs or cause unwanted pregnancy.
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Navratilova Fights Back Tears Over Evert's Cancer on BBC
Martina Navratilova became emotional live on BBC as she discussed Chris Evert's third cancer diagnosis, saying she 'cannot talk about it without crying'.
Emmerdale Cain Dingle Agrees Cancer Treatment After Dog's Diagnosis
Emmerdale's Cain Dingle reverses his decision to refuse radiotherapy for prostate cancer, inspired by his dog Monty's own cancer battle, leaving fans emotional.
Trisha Goddard Back in Hospital for Steroid Injections
Celebrity Big Brother star Trisha Goddard, 68, is back in hospital for steroid injections to manage pain from terminal breast cancer, sharing an update with fans.
Girl, 12, Had Unnecessary Chemo After Misdiagnosis
Faye Condon, 12, underwent six cycles of chemotherapy for juvenile dermatomyositis but was later diagnosed with muscular dystrophy. Her mother says her childhood was ruined.
Wood Burner Industry Threatens Councils Over Health Warnings
Wood-burning stove industry lobbyists threaten legal action against councils over health warning campaigns, sparking criticism from campaigners.
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Sydney Tobacco Shops Closed Under New Laws
Two Sydney tobacco shops closed under new NSW laws targeting illicit cigarettes and vapes, with more closures promised.
UK Disability Benefits System 'Not Working,' Review Finds
The Timms review of the personal independence payment (Pip) concludes the system is 'not working,' with systematic problems that dehumanize claimants, and warns of challenging discussions on funding reforms.
Male Testosterone Halved in 50 Years, Scientists Warn
Scientists report that men's average testosterone levels have halved over the past 50 years, pointing to a male fertility crisis driven by obesity, diabetes, endocrine-disrupting chemicals, and global heating.
Aid Cuts in Uganda Leave 2 Million Refugees Without Food and Healthcare
Uganda's 2 million refugees face severe aid cuts: UNHCR received only 12% of $850m needed, WFP rations slashed, IRC closed clinics in 11 settlements, acute malnutrition up nearly 50%.
M&S Recalls Cheese Over Listeria Contamination Fears
Marks and Spencer recalls its Truffle Gouda cheese in Northern Ireland over potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination, warning customers not to eat the product and offering full refunds.
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Harvard Neuroscientist on Preventing Alzheimer's
Harvard-trained neuroscientist Lisa Genova says no pill prevents Alzheimer's, but lifestyle factors like sleep, diet, exercise, stress management, and learning new things are effective.
Harvard Neuroscientist: Lifestyle, Not Supplements, Prevents Alzheimer's
Harvard-trained neuroscientist Lisa Genova says no pill prevents Alzheimer's; lifestyle factors like sleep, diet, exercise, stress management, and learning new things are key.
Heatwave Alert: 10 Medications Needing Extra Caution
Pharmacist Raj Patel warns of 10 medications requiring extra caution during the UK heatwave, including diuretics, blood pressure drugs, and insulin. Tips to stay safe.
Lifestyle Changes Reduce Alzheimer's Risk as Well as Pills
A Harvard-trained neuroscientist says lifestyle factors like sleep, diet, and exercise can reduce Alzheimer's risk as effectively as any pill, offering hope for 98% of people.
Swansea's La Braseria Gets Zero Hygiene Rating
La Braseria, a legendary Swansea restaurant, received a zero food hygiene rating. The Mediterranean eatery blames employees who 'no longer work for the company' and says improvements have been made.
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Measles Death in Adult Prompts UK Vaccination Urgency
An adult with an underlying immunological problem has died from measles in England, as UKHSA reports 883 cases in 2026. Officials urge MMR vaccination as cases soar, with 52% in London.
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