Pet owners urged to apply sun cream during heatwave
The Met Office urges pet owners to apply pet-safe sun cream to dogs and cats during the heatwave to prevent sunburn and skin cancer risk, especially for light-furred animals.
Category : Public Health
Eye Pain After Solar Eclipse: Symptoms and Urgent Advice
Doctors issue urgent advice after millions viewed the solar eclipse. Moorfields lists symptoms like eye pain, blurred vision, and dark spots that require immediate medical attention.
NHS Greater Manchester issues extreme heat warning advice
NHS Greater Manchester warns residents as amber heat alert hits North West until Friday, urging precautions against heat-related illness.
NHS confirms October flu jab rollout for over-65s in England
NHS England has confirmed that adults aged 65 and over will be offered the flu vaccine from October 1, before winter virus peaks.
DWP makes audio recording standard for all PIP assessments
The DWP has confirmed that all face-to-face and telephone assessments for PIP and other disability benefits will be audio recorded as standard from the end of June, unless claimants opt out.
NHS warns Brits to avoid tea and coffee during heatwave
The NHS urges Brits to avoid tea and coffee during the extreme heatwave, as caffeine can increase dehydration risk. Temperatures could hit 38C in parts of England.
Mum, 29, dismisses breast cancer symptoms like Lucy Davis
Alex Cheshire-Round, 29, dismissed her breast cancer symptoms during pregnancy, thinking it was early milk. Now she urges women to get checked.
Eye experts warn of solar eclipse damage risks
Eye health experts warn that watching the solar eclipse without certified protection can cause permanent vision damage, urging people to seek advice if they experience symptoms.
Midwife warns against 'nappy only' sleep in heatwave
Registered midwife Lily Foggan warns parents against leaving babies in just a nappy overnight during hot weather, saying they need similar layers to adults.
Anaemia: 7 subtle signs of 'creeping' condition causing 57,000 admissions
Anaemia affects up to 6% of the UK population and leads to 57,000 emergency admissions yearly. A pharmacist shares 7 subtle signs to watch for, from fatigue to brain fog.
Pharmacist warns Mounjaro and Wegovy users of heatwave dehydration risk
A pharmacist warns Mounjaro and Wegovy users about dehydration risk as heatwave alerts hit England and Wales, affecting millions on weight-loss jabs.
Severe acid reflux: symptoms, causes, and treatments
Severe acid reflux affects 20% of UK adults. Learn the symptoms, causes, and treatment options, including NHS advice and medication warnings.
Mum told to 'put effort in' finally diagnosed with lymphoedema
A mum says doctors blamed her weight for years before she was diagnosed with lymphoedema and lipoedema, which cause her legs to swell painfully despite a healthy lifestyle.
Cooler Sleep Without Fan Thanks to 1 Simple Bedroom Item
A cooling pillow helped a reporter sleep better on hot nights without a fan. The Dreams TheraPur Memory Foam Ice Pillow uses cooling gel and breathable materials.
NHS Check Cuts Early Death Risk by 32%
A study of over 150,000 Londoners found that attending an NHS Health Check is linked to a 32% lower risk of dying within 10 years, with older adults seeing even greater benefits.
Vanillin in vapes may harm developing cells, study finds
Lab studies show vanillin, a common vape flavouring, can damage or kill embryonic stem cells, prompting calls for warnings and ingredient disclosure.
Nurses collapse and suffer seizures in hot wards, union warns
The Royal College of Nursing warns nurses are collapsing and suffering seizures in extreme heat, with hospitals described as 'not fit for humans' amid record temperatures.
Midwife warns against 'nappy only' baby sleep in heatwave
A registered midwife warns parents against leaving babies in just a nappy overnight during the heatwave, as temperatures reach 38C in England.
Solar Eclipse Eye Safety: Symptoms and Steps After Direct Viewing
If you looked directly at the solar eclipse without proper protection, you may be at risk of solar retinopathy. Learn the symptoms to watch for and when to seek optometric advice.
Solar eclipse eye damage: symptoms and when to seek help
Eye experts warn of retinopathy risk from watching the solar eclipse without certified filters. Symptoms include blurred vision, distortion, and dark spots. Seek optician advice if affected.
Seven signs of eye damage after solar eclipse and when to seek help
Eye doctors list seven symptoms to watch for after viewing the partial eclipse, urging urgent medical attention if they develop.
Child e-scooter injuries in England surge, study finds
Child e-scooter injuries in England have soared, with average age 12 and few wearing helmets. Study urges speed limiters or helmet mandates.
NHS warns of deadly condition symptom mistaken for suntan
A woman's 'tan' during a family holiday was actually a symptom of Addison's disease, a rare but life-threatening condition. The NHS lists key symptoms to watch for.
Lucy Davis' Family and Father After Cancer Diagnosis
The Office star Lucy Davis, 53, reveals incurable stage 4 breast cancer. Her father, comedian Jasper Carrott, shares family's support and pride.
Pharmacists barred from repeat blood pressure checks in NHS rule change
NHS England has ordered community pharmacists not to check blood pressure more than once every five years, sparking fears the 'silent killer' will go undiagnosed.
How to spot and treat heat rash in babies during heatwave
Heat rash in babies is usually harmless and clears up on its own, but here's how to spot symptoms, cool the skin, and know when to seek urgent medical help.
Lucy Davis reveals tiny symptom before cancer diagnosis
Lucy Davis, 53, shared the 'really tiny' symptom she almost ignored before her incurable stage 4 breast cancer diagnosis, urging others to get everything checked.
7 signs your baby is overheating as 33°C heatwave hits Wales
As the UK's fifth heatwave hits, temperatures reach 37°C. NHS urges parents to learn baby overheating signs, including when to seek urgent help, to reduce SIDS risk.
Boots pauses weight loss jab home delivery during heatwave
Boots has temporarily halted home delivery of weight loss injections due to safety concerns during the fifth heatwave of the summer, as temperatures could reach 37C.
Boots pauses weight loss jab deliveries amid heatwave
Boots is temporarily pausing home delivery of weight loss injections during the heatwave, citing safety concerns, and advising patients to collect from stores.
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