Cardiologist's 6pm Rule: 6 Evening Habits to Avoid
Cardiologist Dr Francesco Lo Monaco shares six activities to avoid after 6pm to protect heart health, as 8 million Brits live with heart disease and over half may develop a condition.
Category : Public Health
California Healthcare Workers Fired Over TikTok Mocking Patients
California healthcare workers fired after TikTok video mocking patient bodily fluid stains on exam tables goes viral.
Clean Shot Glass Can Soothe Bloodshot Eyes: Optometrist
Optometrist Humaira Bham says a clean shot glass can be used as an eye bath to relieve bloodshot eyes, a common condition caused by allergies, screen use, or irritants.
Gateshead Cat Rescued After Car Accident, Left 'Close to Death'
A four-year-old cat named Shola from Wrekenton, Gateshead, was critically injured after being hit by a car and is now recovering thanks to PDSA veterinary care.
Sleeping with Earphones? Warning on Hearing Loss Risks
Experts urge caution for those who sleep with earphones, recommending low volume, sleep timers, and avoiding noise cancellation to prevent hearing loss.
DWP Health Assessments Now All Recorded
Starting this week, all telephone and face-to-face DWP health assessments for benefits like Universal Credit and PIP will be audio recorded. Recordings kept for 24 months.
UKHSA Warns Walkers to Avoid Ticks in Grassy Areas
The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has issued a summer warning urging Britons to avoid brushing against long grass to reduce tick bite risks, launching a 'tick awareness' campaign.
UK Health Warning: Avoid Ticks This Summer
The UK Health Security Agency warns millions of Brits to avoid ticks in grassy areas this summer, as they can carry Lyme disease. Six key safety tips issued.
Renfrewshire Council to Boost Defibrillator Awareness
Renfrewshire Council pledges to work with partners to raise awareness of publicly-accessible defibrillators, improve location info, and identify gaps in provision after a unanimous council motion.
Simple Tape Measure Test for Heart Disease Risk
A heart surgeon shares a simple at-home test using a tape measure to evaluate heart disease risk: the waist-to-height ratio should be less than half your height.
Welsh health board given 'final chance' after 11 years of failures
Wales' health minister Mabon ap Gwynfor has issued a 'final chance' to Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board, which has been in escalation for 11 years, citing poor patient outcomes and leadership failures.
Dentists Reveal the One Drink They'd Never Touch for Teeth
Dentists at a Manchester practice say they'd never drink energy drinks, citing irreversible enamel damage and high cavity risk from acidity and sugar.
BBC Radio Legend Eddie Nestor Steps Down After Cancer Diagnosis
BBC Radio 2 presenter Eddie Nestor, 62, steps down after cancer diagnosis, sharing news on social media and thanking his medical team after first chemotherapy.
Optometrist's 'Shot Glass' Method for Bloodshot Eyes
Optometrist Humaira Bham says bloodshot eyes can be relieved using a clean shot glass as an eye bath, but warns of risks like scratches. Most cases are harmless and self-resolve.
Mum Paralyzed After Back Surgery: Brain 'Forgot Legs'
Ruth Bateup, 58, woke up paraplegic after back surgery for cauda equina syndrome. Doctors say her brain 'forgot she had legs' due to functional neurological disorder.
Huey Lewis: 'It's Bad, I Can't Sing Anymore' Due to Hearing Loss
Huey Lewis, 75, reveals he has lost his hearing and can no longer sing due to Meniere's disease, sharing a candid conversation with Bon Jovi drummer Tico Torres.
Pharmacist Shares 6 Steps to Beat Hay Fever This Summer
Pharmacist Rebecca shares 6 effective hay fever remedies: oral antihistamines, steroid nasal sprays, eye drops, saline rinses, decongestant sprays, and Vaseline to trap pollen.
Oncologist: Cut Processed Meat and Alcohol for Lower Cancer Risk
Dr Jiri Kubes advises cutting processed meat and alcohol to lower cancer risk, as Cancer Research UK says 4 in 10 cancers are preventable through lifestyle changes.
Harvey Weinstein in Hospital After Heart Failure
Harvey Weinstein was rushed to hospital after suffering acute heart failure at Rikers Island, where he awaits sentencing for a 2025 sexual assault conviction. He is reportedly recovering but still being treated.
BBC Presenter Steve Crossman Updates Health After On-Air Seizure
BBC Radio 5 Live presenter Steve Crossman appeared on BBC Breakfast to update viewers after suffering an epileptic seizure while covering the World Cup in Mexico live on air two weeks ago.
Football Clubs Join Fight to Cut Risky Drinking in Scotland
Football clubs are urged to help reach 200,000 Scots drinking at risky levels by 2030. Drinkaware summit at Ibrox targets early intervention.
Cardiologist's 6pm Ban Rule for Heart Health
Cardiologist Dr Francesco Lo Monaco shares six things he never does after 6pm to protect heart health, as 8 million in UK live with cardiovascular disease.
Teen died of cancer after misdiagnosed UTI, ibuprofen
Chloe Venton, 15, was misdiagnosed with a UTI and given ibuprofen. Her mother forced further tests revealing spine cancer; she later died of secondary leukaemia at 17.
Amstaff Dog Attack Statistics Misleading NSW Data
Amstaffs top NSW dog attack statistics, but experts warn data may be skewed by breed misidentification and owner behaviour.
NHS Doctor Warns of Seven Surprising Household Dangers That Can Land You in A&E
NHS doctor reveals seven common household habits that can lead to serious injury or death, including hard sweets, metal straws, and button batteries.
Ozempic and Wegovy May Rewire Brain's Reward System, Research Suggests
Research suggests GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic may rewire the brain's reward system, affecting addiction and attention, but long-term effects remain unknown.
Ill Woman in Egypt Has 10% Survival Chance, Family Says
Kiaya Parsons, 34, from Newport, has a 10% chance of survival unless she returns to the UK for life-saving surgery. The family needs £50,000 for an air ambulance.
BBC's Eddie Nestor Diagnosed with Cancer, Steps Away from Work
BBC Radio London presenter Eddie Nestor, 62, has been diagnosed with cancer. He announced the news on social media, confirmed live on air by colleague Shay Kaur Grewal. Nestor will step away from work for treatment.
Swimmer, 51, Dies After Getting Into Difficulty in Sea on New Year’s Day
A 51-year-old man from Kettering died after getting into difficulty in the sea off Brighton on New Year’s Day. Police say death not suspicious.
Woman with 38 Brain Parasites After India Trip Shares Story
Lowri Denman, 42, from Cardiff, developed 38 brain parasites after contracting a tapeworm in India in 2007, leading to seizures, psychosis, and a decade-long battle before recovery.
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