Dr Amir Khan's two-step guide to sleeping in a heatwave
TV doctor Amir Khan suggests two practical tips for better sleep during a heatwave: using a fan with ice and wearing frozen socks. The UK is experiencing extreme heat.
Category : Public Health
Beverley Callard: 'Quite badly burnt' from breast cancer treatment
Coronation Street's Beverley Callard, 69, shares breast cancer treatment update, revealing she is 'quite badly burnt' but coping well and back at work.
Corrie stroke storyline highlights loss of independence
Coronation Street's Betsy Swain stroke storyline explores the 'extremely upsetting' loss of independence, says The Stroke Association, which worked with the ITV soap.
Doctor reveals whether you should take shoes off indoors
TV doctor Dr Amir Khan says you should take your shoes off indoors to reduce bacteria, allergens, and chemicals, but not all dirt is bad.
A&E summer surge as heatwaves strain NHS, medics warn
Extreme heat has driven a 'summer surge' in A&E attendances, with corridor care above 3,000 a day for a second month, as medics say there is 'no longer a quiet season'.
NHS warns: don't point electric fans directly at yourself
The NHS warns against sitting directly in front of electric fans during hot weather, as it can cause dehydration. Temperatures hit 38.1°C in London on August 13.
Craig Revel Horwood: allergic reaction 'could have died'
Strictly Come Dancing judge Craig Revel Horwood revealed he suffered an anaphylactic shock after an allergic reaction to hair dye, saying 'I could have died'.
Health visitor leaders plan industrial action in job evaluation dispute
Health visitor team leaders in NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde are set for industrial action after unions say the board failed to follow job evaluation processes.
RSPCA warns: don't put damp towels on dogs in heat
The RSPCA has warned that placing damp towels over dogs in hot weather can trap heat and worsen their condition, urging owners to follow 'Cool First, Transport Second' advice for heatstroke.
Heart warning issued to people on levothyroxine for underactive thyroid
Dr Amir Khan warns that a slow heart rate from an underactive thyroid can be life-threatening, urging patients on levothyroxine to monitor symptoms and get regular blood tests.
Mittelschmerz: Ovulation Pain Millions of Women Face
Mittelschmerz, or ovulation pain, affects up to 40% of reproductive-age women monthly. Learn its causes, symptoms, and when to seek medical advice.
UK dog owners told to check for grass seed signs after walks
UK dog owners are urged to check pets after walks for grass seed signs like limping, sneezing, or head shaking, as seeds can cause painful problems from May to October.
NHS free sleep programme helps you drift off
The NHS offers a free six-week email programme with sleep tips to help people improve their sleep hygiene and drift off more easily.
Cat owners warned: hot weather raises high-rise fall risk
Cat charities warn high-rise owners to secure windows and balconies as hot weather increases fatal fall risk. Blue Cross has treated 33 cats this year.
DWP PIP review workshops: September and October dates
The DWP has announced dates for PIP review workshops in September and October 2026, inviting disabled people and those with long-term health conditions to help shape recommendations.
Trump health: Top doc demands answers on 'poo smelling' president
Dr. Jonathan Reiner, former VP Cheney's doctor, demands White House answers on Trump's health, citing claims of soiling himself and other symptoms.
Vet warns all dog owners of 'surprisingly big' grass seed risk
Vet Dr James Greenwood warns grass seeds can cause 'surprisingly big problems' for dogs, urging owners to check pets after walks as seeds can travel deeper and cause damage.
Doctor Who star Sharon D Clarke reveals cancer diagnosis
Doctor Who star Sharon D. Clarke is undergoing cancer treatment, delaying her RSC Othello run. She thanked the RSC for support, with tickets automatically refunded.
Lucy Davis finds hope in messages from fellow cancer patients
Lucy Davis, diagnosed with incurable breast cancer, is replying to messages of support online, including from other women with cancer who offer hope and words of encouragement.
Daughter cleared of mum's murder says pills were for dignity
Emma Nightingale, cleared of murdering her chronically-ill mother, says she ordered pills so her mum could die with dignity, and criticises the prosecution.
Doctor's mosquito bite tip: rub, don't scratch
A doctor advises rubbing mosquito bites gently instead of scratching, claiming it stops the itch by activating surrounding nerves, and says it will 'literally change your life'.
Ebola outbreak set to be 'deadliest ever' as no-vaccine virus kills 2,000
The Ebola outbreak in DR Congo is set to become the deadliest ever, with over 2,000 deaths and no approved vaccine for the rare Bundibugyo strand, WHO warns.
Heat exhaustion vs sunstroke: GP explains key warning signs and when to call 999
As the UK swelters in a heatwave, a GP explains the key differences between heat exhaustion and sunstroke symptoms, and when to call 999.
Brits report eye pain after eclipse, searches spike 1,500%
Searches for 'my eyes hurt' surged 1,500% in the UK after the solar eclipse, with some social media users claiming vision problems. Experts warn of solar retinopathy risk.
North East A Level students urged to get meningitis B jab
Health bosses urge North East A Level students heading to university to get the meningitis B vaccine, with 4,450 jabs given in under three weeks.
NHS urgent eye care advice after solar eclipse
The NHS has published guidance for anyone worried about vision changes, urging people to seek help for symptoms like floaters or flashes that could signal retinal detachment.
NHS advice on eye floaters and flashes: when to seek help
The NHS has updated guidance on floaters and flashes in vision, urging people to seek urgent help if symptoms appear suddenly or worsen, as they can signal retinal detachment.
Taking stairs can slash risk of heart problems, study finds
A study of nearly half a million people found that regularly climbing stairs is linked to a 39% lower risk of dying from heart problems and a 24% lower risk of dying from any cause.
NHS top doctor issues urgent heatwave warning as temps could hit 38C
NHS England's top doctor urges safety as temperatures could hit 38C today, with A&E attendances at a record 2.5 million last month and the waiting list falling for the first time in two months.
UK 'eye injury' searches surge 5,000% during eclipse
Google searches for 'eye injury' in the UK surged 5,000% during the solar eclipse, as experts warned of permanent damage from viewing without proper protection.
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