NHS warns against driving on drowsy antihistamines
The NHS warns people taking sedating antihistamines such as chlorphenamine and hydroxyzine not to drive or drink alcohol, especially during hay fever season.
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Second Emergency on Welsh Beach After Man Died Hours Earlier
A woman was airlifted to hospital after becoming unconscious on Aberavon Beach, where a 50-year-old man died the previous day. Emergency services responded on the hottest day of the year.
Matt Dawson: Antibiotics saved my son's life; fight resistance
England World Cup winner Matt Dawson reveals how antibiotics saved his son Sami from bacterial meningitis, and joins the Keep antibiotics in play campaign to combat antibiotic resistance.
Vet: Rabbits Dying from Heatstroke, Use a Flannel
Vet Dr Suzanne Moyes warns rabbits and guinea pigs are dying from heatstroke; urges owners to use damp flannels and other cooling methods as temperatures soar.
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Alice Tai: Antibiotics Crucial to My Paralympic Success
Triple Paralympic champion Alice Tai reveals how antibiotics enabled her 14 surgeries before age 12 and her amputation, supporting the Keep antibiotics in play campaign to combat antibiotic resistance.
Katie Waissel Hospitalised with Suspected Lung Blood Clot
X Factor star Katie Waissel, 40, has been readmitted to hospital with a suspected blood clot on her lung, days after being discharged for severe bacterial pneumonia.
Nick Knowles Takes TV Break for Wife's Health Crisis
BBC presenter Nick Knowles steps away from TV to care for his wife Katie Dadzie after emergency surgery due to a cervical rupture post-hysterectomy.
Passenger Falls Ill with Ebola on Flight to Europe
A French humanitarian doctor fell ill with Ebola on a flight from Kinshasa to France, marking the country's first confirmed case. The outbreak in DRC and Uganda has prompted quarantine measures.
Vernon Kay Backs Trevor Nelson Amid Health Battle
BBC Radio 2's Vernon Kay sends support to Trevor Nelson, who is taking time off after routine check-up revealed need for follow-up tests. Nelson vows to return to 100%.
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Nina Warhurst Health Update After Difficult Week
BBC presenter Nina Warhurst, 45, reassures fans after sparking concern with a swollen left eyelid on BBC News At One, sharing a positive update and reflecting on a tough week covering distressing stories.
Dementia Warning: Heavy Clothing in Hot Weather Risk
Impaired judgement in dementia may cause sufferers to wear heavy clothing on hot days, risking heat stroke. The Alzheimer Society of Canada lists this as a key warning sign.
Dementia sundowning symptom worsens after midday
A psychologist explains sundowning syndrome in dementia, where confusion and agitation increase in the afternoon. Affecting nearly 1 million in the UK, tips include structured routines and calming environments.
Vernon Kay offers update on Radio 2 co-star Trevor Nelson's health
Vernon Kay has offered an update on BBC Radio 2 co-star Trevor Nelson, who is taking a break from his shows due to health issues after routine tests.
London Ambulance Warns on Alcohol as UK Heatwave Breaks Records
London Ambulance Service urges responsible drinking and water intake as a punishing heatwave brings record-breaking June temperatures and increased emergency calls.
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Dr Amir Khan's Heatwave Warning for 5 Health Conditions
TV doctor Dr Amir Khan warns people with heart disease, diabetes, migraines, asthma, and kidney disease about UK heatwave risks.
Dr Amir Khan's Heatwave Warning for Blood Pressure and Diabetes
Dr Amir Khan warns that extreme heat can worsen conditions like high blood pressure, diabetes, asthma, kidney disease, and migraines. Stay hydrated and take precautions.
New Dried Plasma to Save British Troops Within 30 Minutes
Wounded British troops will receive lifesaving dried plasma within 30 minutes of injury, thanks to a £4.9 million MoD project to produce it on UK soil, ending reliance on Nato allies.
Cat Heatstroke Symptoms: UK Heatwave Life-Threatening Danger
As the UK heatwave continues, vets warn cat heatstroke can be fatal. Key symptoms include panting, vomiting, and collapse. Prevention tips: check sheds, provide shade and water.
Dr Amir Khan: 5 Health Conditions at Risk in Heatwave
Dr Amir Khan warns that asthma, heart disease, diabetes, kidney disease, and migraines can worsen during the heatwave. He urges extra care and hydration.
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Man Loses Ability to Walk After Honeymoon 'Trapped Nerve' Was ALS
Jonny Butcher, 29, lost his ability to walk just two years after his first symptom—shoulder pain on his honeymoon—was dismissed as a trapped nerve. He was diagnosed with ALS in February 2026.
Dr Amir Khan: 5 Conditions Worsened by Heatwave
Dr Amir Khan warns on TikTok that asthma, heart disease, diabetes, kidney disease, and migraines can worsen during the UK heatwave, urging extra precautions.
Carol Kirkwood Disappointed by 'Average' Fitness Result on GMB
Carol Kirkwood, 64, revealed her disappointment after a health assessment rated her fitness as 'average' despite regular exercise, speaking on Good Morning Britain.
'Next Time You See Me, I'll Be Pretty': Woman's Last Words Before Surgery
Alexis Bremer was 15 when her mother Carol died after a facelift. Her last words were 'next time you see me, I'll be pretty.' Now 31, Lex shares her story.
BBC DJ Trevor Nelson Takes Break for Health
BBC Radio 2 presenter Trevor Nelson, 62, steps away from his weekday show after routine check-up reveals need for follow-up tests; fans and colleagues send support.
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SNP accused of deception and betrayal over Monklands hospital
The SNP government has scrapped a £2.1 billion plan to replace the crumbling Monklands Hospital, sparking accusations of 'utter betrayal' from former health secretary Alex Neil, who called it a hammer blow to one of Scotland's poorest communities.
Migrant Isolated in UK Hotel After Testing Positive for TB
An asylum seeker in an Essex hotel has been placed in isolation after testing positive for tuberculosis (TB), a highly infectious and potentially life-threatening disease, prompting local NHS and Home Office response.
Dr Amir Khan Lists 5 Health Conditions Worsened by Heatwave
Dr Amir Khan reveals five common health conditions that can worsen during a heatwave, including asthma, heart disease, diabetes, kidney disease, and migraines, urging extra care.
Cardiac Arrests in London Jump by Third During Heatwave
Cardiac arrests in London surged by a third during the heatwave, with 999 calls up 50% to 8,000 on Wednesday, as the Tube hit 39.4C, says LAS chief.
Man confined to one room for five years after fall
Jonathan Hammocks, 53, was paralysed after falling down stairs in 2021. He spent nearly five years in care facilities, confined to a single room, before securing funding for live-in carers and moving home.
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Trevor Nelson Steps Back from Radio 2 for Medical Tests
Trevor Nelson, 62, announced he is taking a break from his BBC Radio 2 show for further medical tests after a routine check-up, sharing an emotional message with fans.
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