Amber heat health alerts for UK's fourth heatwave
Amber heat health alerts have been issued for much of the UK as the country braces for its fourth heatwave of the year, raising health risks from rising temperatures.
Amber heat health alerts have been issued for much of the UK as the country braces for its fourth heatwave of the year, raising health risks from rising temperatures.
UK health officials warn of Cyclospora parasite linked to salads, fruit, and herbs in popular holiday destinations, with a major US outbreak affecting thousands.
Six-time Olympic champion Sir Chris Hoy opens up about the mental challenge of living with stage 4 prostate cancer, admitting some days are tough.
Hundreds of cheap squishy toys seized in UK over fears they contain volatile chemical benzene, posing serious risk to children.
Jovita Jones, from Abergavenny, survived two heart attacks after being diagnosed with familial hypercholesterolaemia at age 24. She now volunteers for the British Heart Foundation.
An RAF T-6 aircraft declared an emergency over Liverpool after a bird strike, transmitting the 7700 code. The plane returned safely to base with no injuries.
A GP has identified early dementia warning signs that may appear before memory loss, including visuospatial difficulty while driving and personality changes.
Jude Lawton, 10, spent two weeks in hospital after contracting STEC E. coli on an easyJet holiday in Egypt, leading to kidney failure and dialysis.
Andy Burnham signals tighter benefit conditions, warns UK must 'get really serious' about welfare bill as PIP claimants top 4 million, spending forecast over £41 billion.
UK pharmacies warn of serious ramipril shortages, restricting patients to one-month supply. NPA urges government action to ease crisis.
Obesity is a key factor driving rising cancer rates among under-50s in England, but does not fully explain the increase, a new study finds.
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A fire at Dicken Green Mill in Rochdale caused roof collapse and evacuation of 30 homes. Demolition underway.
Asthma + Lung UK outlines five summer asthma triggers, including warm weather, pollen, and barbecue smoke, with practical management tips.
Frequent TV watching in midlife is associated with smaller brain volumes and white matter damage decades later, according to a US study.
A Ryanair flight from Birmingham to Dublin declared a medical emergency, transmitting squawk code 7700, and was granted priority landing at Dublin Airport.
New Hampshire cafeteria worker Bonnie Kimball, fired for giving a free lunch, rejects rehire offer amid widespread support and policy debate.
A pediatrician argues that The Bear, not The Pitt, truly captures the raw reality of hospital medicine through its depiction of chefs' grueling training and camaraderie.
Three die on cruise ship from suspected hantavirus; WHO confirms one case. Rare rodent-carried disease not usually contagious between humans.
A pilot scheme in four English areas from July aims to reform GP fit notes, offering personalised work support instead of paper renewals, backed by £3m.
Mobility experts warn Brits crossing legs on planes increases DVT risk; compression socks starting at £2.60 can help prevent dangerous blood clots.
Coeliac UK highlights six subtle signs of coeliac disease, including mouth ulcers, fatigue, and numbness, as only one in three cases are diagnosed.
DR Congo's Ebola outbreak surpasses 3,000 confirmed cases with over 1,300 deaths, as health workers strike over unpaid bonuses at treatment centre in Bunia.
A man and two children were airlifted to hospital after getting into difficulty while swimming at Margate's Main Sands beach on Saturday afternoon, triggering a major rescue response.
Irish drivers warned about 'danger hours' for drink driving the morning after the June Bank Holiday weekend.
The Foreign Office warns UK travellers to Portugal to pack enough prescription medication and keep it in original packaging as UK prescriptions are not recognised.
Indonesia’s free school meal programme hit by thousands of food poisoning cases, prompting safety concerns and protests.
Holidaymakers in Europe are urged to cover up as West Nile virus cases rise. Avoid dawn/dusk, wear light clothes, and use repellent.
A federal health panel narrowly voted to recommend easing restrictions on peptides popular with wellness influencers, despite safety concerns from FDA scientists.
Myanmar's healthcare system is on the verge of collapse after years of civil war, with attacks on health sites rising and critical shortages of supplies, leaving millions without life-saving care.