Fecal Bacteria Found at Over Half of US Beaches, Report Warns
Report finds 58% of US beaches had unsafe fecal bacteria levels in 2018, with climate change likely to worsen pollution.
Category : Public Health
Health Experts Warn of Heat, Disease and Food Safety Risks at 2026 World Cup
Health experts warn of heat, infectious diseases and food safety risks at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in US, Mexico and Canada.
Burnham to unveil social care plan as 2 million lack help
Two million older people in England lack care help, figures show. Andy Burnham will unveil reform plans Wednesday, urging cross-party action.
Dr Leah Totton warns against unsafe cosmetic surgeries abroad
Dr Leah Totton urges Brits to rethink going abroad for surgery, citing risks with aftercare and complications, despite sympathising with cost pressures.
Vet reveals five dog breeds he would never own, including French bulldogs and huskies
Vet Dr Amir Anwary lists five dog breeds he wouldn't own, citing health issues and behavioural challenges in a TikTok video.
Your Adult Social Care Experiences
The Guardian invites readers to share their experiences of adult social care in England. Tell us your story to inform our reporting.
Seven Common Kitchen Cleaning Products That Should Never Go in the Bin, Warn Experts
Waste experts warn seven common kitchen cleaning products like oven cleaner and bleach must never be placed in household bins due to hazardous chemicals.
Wishaw care worker warned over threat to resident
Ifeyinwa Oraukwu, a support worker in Wishaw, received a 12-month warning from the SSSC after threatening a resident with loss of cigarette breaks.
Hepatitis A outbreak in Barry ongoing, health advice issued
Health officials confirm hepatitis A outbreak in Barry is ongoing, urging hand hygiene and vaccination to prevent further spread.
Skin cancer ordeal after years of sun tanning
Lisa Christian, 61, was diagnosed with squamous cell carcinoma after noticing a bleeding dot on her nose, requiring extensive surgery that left her with facial scars and emotional trauma.
Pigeon infestation leaves flat unliveable in Liverpool
Mason Matthews, 33, says pigeon droppings, flies and mites have made his West Derby flat almost impossible to live in, blaming Riverside Housing for inaction after three months of complaints.
Cyclosporiasis outbreak surpasses 11,000 cases, exposing gaps
A cyclosporiasis outbreak potentially exceeding 11,000 cases highlights vulnerabilities in the US food safety system amid public health funding cuts, experts say.
Nepal Outlaws Hindu Menstruation Exile Ritual
Nepal criminalises Chhaupadi, the Hindu practice of exiling women during menstruation, with jail terms and fines; campaigners call for education.
MG HS tops Carwow survey as best value car in UK
The MG HS SUV has been voted the best value car in the UK by more than 100,000 drivers, praised for being spacious, well-equipped, and available as a plug-in hybrid.
Ballmaxxing trend: men inject saline for size
Social media is fueling 'ballmaxxing', a dangerous practice where men inject saline into their scrotums to temporarily increase size, sparking health warnings.
Nationwide Recall of Alfalfa Sprouts After Salmonella Outbreak in Australia
Australia recalls alfalfa sprouts from Parilla Fresh after 44 people infected with unusual salmonella strain; sold at Coles, Woolworths, IGA.
Valneva Donates Defibrillator to West Lothian Group
Scotland's largest vaccine producer, Valneva Scotland, has donated an AED to St John's Lodge in Fauldhouse, an area with limited access to defibrillators.
No death tax for social care, UK government says
The UK government insists there are no plans to reintroduce a 'death tax' to fund adult social care reforms, ahead of Prime Minister Andy Burnham's speech on Wednesday.
NICE backs machine-perfused lungs for transplants
NICE has recommended the use of ex-vivo lung perfusion machines to increase the number of donor lungs available for transplant in the NHS.
Glenn Hysen, 66, diagnosed with Parkinson's disease
Liverpool legend Glenn Hysen has been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease at age 66, revealing he takes medication three to four times a day.
Why summer increases cystitis risk for women
Cystitis, a common UTI affecting the bladder, is more frequent in summer due to dehydration, sweating, and temperature changes, according to experts.
North East palliative care crisis: 25% die where they want
Only a quarter of people in the North East and North Cumbria die in their preferred place, sparking warnings of a palliative care crisis and calls for investment.
Food safety experts warn on cling film and foil use
Food Standards Scotland advises checking labels for cling film and avoiding foil with acidic foods to prevent contamination.
DVLA warns drivers with anxiety of £1,000 fine
Drivers with anxiety that affects safe driving must tell DVLA or face a £1,000 fine. The same applies to depression and many other conditions. Ask your doctor if unsure.
Mum-of-four dies after documenting leukaemia battle
Michelle Donnelly, a Glasgow mum-of-four and student midwife who documented her acute lymphoblastic leukaemia battle online, has died unexpectedly in her sleep.
I was 8 when diagnosed with hepatitis B and thought I'd die young
Supa Chantschool was diagnosed with hepatitis B at age 8. He feared dying young but now lives a full life and runs a charity to support others.
Stopped wearing contacts in shower after parasite story
A contact lens wearer gave up her habit of showering with lenses after reading about a teen who lost sight from acanthamoeba keratitis, a rare infection caused by an amoeba.
Mum loses 42lbs after Disneyland ride fear
Dianne Reddington, 43, dropped five dress sizes after fearing she wouldn't fit in plane seats or Disneyland rides, using a weight loss medication programme.
Royal Victoria Hospital ICU Patients Screened After Antibiotic-Resistant Infection Outbreak
Four patients treated for Acinetobacter baumannii at RVH ICU; no new cases in 10 days. Deep clean underway.
Children's Doctor: Death Often Calm and Peaceful
Dr Michelle Hills, chief medical officer at Martin House Children's Hospice, says dying can be peaceful and urges open conversations about death.
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