Uber to Launch Audio Recording Feature for Rides in Brazil and Mexico
Uber to pilot audio recording of rides in Brazil and Mexico to improve safety, with potential US expansion later.
Category : Public Health
Third of Brits Ignore Cancer Signs: 8 Symptoms
A third of Brits who experienced red flag cancer symptoms didn't see their GP for six months. Cancer Research UK urges early diagnosis, listing eight key symptoms to watch.
Expert tips to protect hair from UV damage in hot weather
Up to two-thirds of women neglect hair sun protection, leading to damage. Pantene expert Dr Cedric Callens shares 8 tips to protect hair from UV, chlorine, and salt.
Brit Men Flock to £1k Vampire Penis Facial
Dr Syed Nadeem Abbas reports a surge in British men seeking the £1,000 'vampire penis facial', a P-shot procedure using platelet-rich plasma to enhance size and performance, driven by porn standards.
HPV Vaccine for Teens Could Slash Cancer Risk with Single Dose
A single dose of the HPV vaccine for teens nearly eliminates cervical cancer risk, with research showing zero deaths from cervical cancer before age 30 in vaccinated girls.
Esther McVey: Starmer's Puberty Blocker Trial Abuses Children
Esther McVey condemns Keir Starmer's government for approving a puberty blocker trial on 226 children as young as 11, calling it medical abuse and a woeful legacy.
Urgent Heat Warning for Antidepressants, Insulin, Inhalers
Health experts warn that common medications like insulin, EpiPens, and antidepressants can be dangerous in hot weather. Learn which 8 drugs need monitoring this summer.
Urgent Recall: Snacks Including Metal-Contaminated Croissants
The FSA has issued urgent recalls for multiple UK supermarket products, including Ferrero Frozen Nutella Croissants potentially containing metal fragments, and Prepworld fruit packs with Salmonella.
Welsh Rugby Club Mourns Loss of Junior Player Louis Cramp
Louis Cramp, a 14-year-old member of Cardigan RFC since age 7, has died after a battle with osteosarcoma. His club paid tribute, saying his love for the game touched many and he will never be forgotten.
UK to Ban Under-16s from Buying Energy Drinks in Health Win
England will prohibit under-16s from buying high-caffeine energy drinks like Red Bull and Monster, a move hailed as a 'huge win for children's health' by the British Dietetic Association.
Vets Agree: The One Dog Breed They Would Never Own
Three out of four vets said they would never own a French Bulldog due to severe health issues like breathing problems and spinal deformities, making it the breed they unanimously avoid.
Mum's Urgent Alert After Spotting Sign in 2-Year-Old
Mum Chantelle English urges parents to trust their instincts after her two-year-old daughter Elsie was diagnosed with septic arthritis, leading to a 10-day hospital ordeal.
GP: Weight Loss Jab Users Need Long-Term Plan
Dr Adam Staten says patients taking Wegovy or Mounjaro must ask themselves one golden question before starting: 'What lifestyle do you want to end up with?'
UK Superbug Alert: 400 Resistant Infections a Week
UK health officials warn of 'one of the greatest health risks' as antibiotic-resistant infections hit 400 a week, with E.coli causing 65% of bloodstream cases and deaths rising 16.6% to 2,379 in 2024.
E.coli Fuels Antibiotic-Resistant Infections: 400 Weekly Cases
UK health chiefs warn antibiotic-resistant infections, driven by E.coli, reach nearly 400 weekly cases, with deaths rising to 2,379 in 2024, posing 'one of the greatest health risks.'
GB News Star Mike Parry Warns Viewers After Skin Cancer Treatment
Mike Parry, a Channel 5 and GB News star, returned to the Jeremy Vine show to share an update on his skin cancer treatment and issued a stark warning about sun exposure.
NHS Midwife: No Hats for Babies in Heatwave
Midwife Angie Willis warns parents to avoid dressing babies in hats during heatwaves, as heads are key for cooling. She advises only a nappy above 27°C and urges monitoring for overheating risks linked to SIDS.
Mike Parry Returns to Jeremy Vine After Cancer Treatment
Mike Parry returned to Jeremy Vine after radiotherapy for skin cancer, urging viewers to use sun cream and avoid sun exposure, as doctors attributed his cancer to the sun.
Brain Dead Man Wakes Up Crying During Organ Harvesting
Anthony Thomas 'TJ' Hoover, declared brain dead after a drug overdose, woke up crying as doctors prepared to harvest his organs at a Kentucky hospital, sparking federal and state inquiries.
Bride saves fiancé with 20-minute CPR after collapse
Justyce Crossman performed CPR for 20 minutes on her fiancé David Robinson after he collapsed during a birthday walk. He was diagnosed with rare heart defect ALCAPA and underwent surgery.
DWP Makes Audio Recordings Standard for Disability Assessments
From Monday, all face-to-face and telephone health assessments for disability and sickness benefits will be audio recorded as standard, unless claimants opt out, the DWP has announced.
BBC Breakfast Pauses for Princess Kate Cancer Update
BBC Breakfast paused to share an emotional message from the Princess of Wales after she completed the National Three Peaks Challenge for cancer patients, raising awareness of holistic care.
Children Burned by Squishy Toy Microwave Trend
Children are suffering severe burns from microwaving 'squishy' toys, with six treated at Glasgow's Royal Hospital for Children, some needing skin grafts.
Microwaved Squishy Toys Cause Severe Burns in Children
Six children treated at Glasgow's Royal Hospital for Children after microwaving squishy toys. Victims require skin grafts and long-term care. Doctors urge parents to warn kids about the dangerous trend.
Snoring Partner? It Could Signal Sleep Apnoea and Heart Disease Risk
Sleep apnoea affects millions in UK, raising heart disease risk; many undiagnosed. Symptoms include snoring and gasping. Home tests help diagnosis.
Mother Who Saved Dozens of War-Ravaged Children Receives Pride of Britain Award
Sally Becker receives Pride of Britain Lifetime Achievement award for saving dozens of children in Bosnia and Gaza over 30 years.
Banana Eating Revealed Man's Red Flag Cancer Symptom
Carlton Hayman, 67, was diagnosed with oesophageal cancer after a Tesco pharmacist spotted his difficulty swallowing bananas and fried chicken. He urges others to seek help early.
Emma Raducanu Withdraws from Wimbledon with Stress Fracture
Emma Raducanu withdraws from Wimbledon on the eve of her first-round match against Antonia Ruzic after a scan confirms a stress fracture in her lower leg, dashing home hopes.
Routine test reveals woman's genetic condition needing 14 pints removed
Julie James, 71, had no symptoms but a private health test showed excess iron. Diagnosed with haemochromatosis, she needed 18 venesections removing over 14 pints of blood to prevent liver damage.
No symptoms, 14 pints removed: woman's genetic condition shock
Julie James, 71, had no symptoms but a routine health check revealed hereditary haemochromatosis, leading to 18 venesections removing over 14 pints of blood to prevent liver damage.
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