Heat health alerts for England as temperatures to hit 35C
Amber heat-health alerts have been issued for parts of England from Monday as the Met Office forecasts 35C in the South East, hotter than Greek islands.
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UK Heat Alerts as Parts of England Hotter Than Greek Islands
UKHSA amber heat-health alerts will be in force for parts of England from Monday, with temperatures set to be hotter than Greek islands on Monday.
North East funeral notices: tributes to son, 25
Tributes are being paid to a much loved 25-year-old son in this week's Chronicle funeral notices, which remember loved ones from across the North East.
Fire chiefs issue urgent warning over candle danger after four London homes gutted
London Fire Brigade warns against candle and heater risks after four festive blazes cause damage and injuries.
Widnes mum's 3am epiphany led to funeral celebrant
A Widnes mum who became a funeral celebrant after a 3am 'epiphany' says her work helping people plan their own funerals is a 'huge privilege'.
Queensland health alert after rat poison found in homemade chilli paste
Queensland Health warns of homemade chilli paste linked to rat poison cases; five hospitalised, products recalled in Logan area.
UK alcohol consumption falls to record low, figures show
UK alcohol consumption hit a record low last year, with average intake down to 10.2 drinks a week, though still above NHS guidelines.
Greek holiday tick bite left woman in coma for six weeks
A tick bite during a 2019 Greek holiday left Victoria Stellas, from Anglesey, in a 42-day induced coma with tick-borne encephalitis. She now raises awareness.
North East cancer grants: £2,500 for late diagnosis projects
£2,500 grants offered for community cancer awareness projects in Northumberland towns, Sunderland, Stockton, Hartlepool, Redcar and Cleveland.
Amber cold health alerts issued for northern England amid sub-zero freeze
Amber cold health alerts issued for northern England, with sub-zero temperatures and snow expected across Scotland and northern England this week.
MHRA heat guidance: protect your medicines this week
MHRA urges millions taking ACE inhibitors, beta-blockers and other medicines to store them carefully as UK temperatures exceed 30C again this week.
Teen girl dies at Kendal Calling after medical episode
A 17-year-old girl has died after a medical episode at Kendal Calling festival in Cumbria. Police and paramedics were called at 2:13am on Sunday.
St Oswald's Hospice marks 40 years from 1986 to 2026
St Oswald's Hospice celebrates 40 years of North East care, from its opening as a 10-bed unit in 1986 to its newest building in 2025, with photos and memories.
Mounjaro hair loss left her less confident than ever
A woman who lost 8st 13lb taking Mounjaro says severe hair loss has left her more self-conscious than ever, despite her dramatic weight loss.
France confines 1,700 to cruise ship in Bordeaux over suspected norovirus outbreak
French authorities confine over 1,700 people to a cruise ship in Bordeaux after suspected norovirus outbreak, with about 50 showing symptoms.
Trump faces wild incontinence claims after funeral video
Physical therapist claims Trump's incontinence is so bad he can be smelled around corners after a viral funeral video sparked online speculation.
Staff shortages hit two Greater Manchester care homes
Ringway Mews Care Home in Wythenshawe rated inadequate and Worsley Lodge in Salford told to improve as CQC reports expose unsafe staffing levels and unmet care needs.
Numbness in Feet Could Be a Sign of Diabetes
Peripheral neuropathy, marked by numbness in the feet, could indicate undiagnosed diabetes; the NHS lists it as a lesser-known symptom of the condition.
Burnham hails Prestwich care home as 'gold standard'
Andy Burnham called Heathlands Village the 'gold standard' of social care as he promised to expedite reform. The Prestwich home must raise £2.5m a year.
Black mould vs regular mould: health risks explained
Black mould carries a 7/10 health risk and can cause serious illness, while regular mould rates 3/10. Here's how to spot and remove both from your home.
Corrie Betsy stroke: Non-fatal strangulation risks
Corrie's Betsy Swain has a stroke after non-fatal strangulation during sex; experts warn there is no safe way to strangle and publish first child guidelines.
Citric acid trick for gleaming limescale-free taps
Remove cloudy limescale from sink taps in 10 minutes using citric acid, a cheap natural cleaner that dissolves mineral deposits and leaves metal gleaming.
Mint water: hydrates, eases digestion and reduces bloating
Samantha Bartlett recommends mint water as a low-calorie drink that boosts hydration, eases digestion, reduces bloating and freshens breath during UK heatwaves.
Burnham backs Primodos campaigners in justice fight
New PM Andy Burnham backs Primodos campaigners in first major Commons speech, raising hopes of justice for families harmed by hormone pregnancy tests.
Mum says baby's grave too painful after Kawasaki disease
A mother whose six-month-old son died from undetected Kawasaki disease after being sent home from hospital says visiting his grave is still too painful.
Cruise ships under scrutiny as coronavirus spreads at sea
How the Diamond Princess coronavirus outbreak highlights why cruise ships face unique infection risks, despite sanitary protocols.
Dog owners urged to stay vigilant as Alabama rot cases peak in winter
Vets warn UK dog owners of Alabama rot risk as 90% of cases occur from November to May. Learn symptoms and prevention tips.
Black mould health risk rated 7 out of 10 vs regular mould
Black mould rated 7/10 health risk, regular mould rated 3/10 by a surgeon. Here's how to tell them apart and how to remove and prevent them.
LA Times faces uncertain future as owner proposes public ownership
Patrick Soon-Shiong proposes taking the Los Angeles Times public as the paper faces financial losses and declining subscriptions.
Coastguard helicopter and lifeboats rescue woman on Caldey
A woman was airlifted to hospital after a medical emergency on Caldey Island, prompting a coastguard helicopter and two RNLI lifeboats to launch.
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