Category : Public Health


M&S Recalls Cheese Over Meningitis Risk from Listeria

Marks and Spencer has issued an urgent recall for its Truffle Gouda cheese due to Listeria monocytogenes contamination, which can cause meningitis. The Food Standards Agency advises consumers not to eat the product and return it for a full refund.

Weight Loss Drugs Fail to Boost Quality of Life

A BMJ review of 262 trials found weight loss drugs like Mounjaro and Wegovy cause no meaningful improvement in quality of life, with higher weight loss linked to increased side effects and muscle wastage.

UK Heatwave: Medicines May Become Ineffective

UKHSA warns that medicines such as insulin, ibuprofen, and furosemide can lose potency in heat. Store below 25°C, check for changes, and stay hydrated. Dehydration and sunburn risks highlighted.

New Endometriosis Tests Rolled Out Across NHS

Two non-invasive tests, Endosure and Endotest, are being rolled out across the NHS to diagnose endometriosis in primary care, reducing the average diagnosis time of over nine years.

NAYDAYA's Boots 'miracle' oil sells out 5 times

83% of women experience intimate dryness, yet stigma prevents discussion. NAYDAYA's award-winning Vagina Victory Oil has sold out five times at Boots, backed by gynaecologists and offering 20% off with code COMFORT20.

FDA Rejects Petition to Limit PFAS in Food

The US FDA has rejected a legal petition to set limits on toxic PFAS 'forever chemicals' in food, despite EPA findings that food is the biggest source of exposure. Advocates plan to sue.

Jordan Henderson Surgery After Freak World Cup Injury

Jordan Henderson has undergone successful surgery on a wrist injury sustained during England's World Cup celebrations after their 3-2 win over Mexico. The 36-year-old midfielder slipped while jumping over an advertising board, landing awkwardly and requir

Teen's Headache Was Ruptured Brain Tumour

Danielle Andersen, 17, thought her headaches were dehydration; a CT scan revealed a dermoid cyst. Surgery caused a stroke, but she regained movement through physiotherapy.

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