Baby Dies in Locked Car Amid French Heatwave
An 18-month-old baby died after being left alone in a locked car in Marseille amid extreme heat, marking the fourth such fatality in France during the current heatwave.
Category : Public Health
Baby dies after being forgotten in car during France heatwave
An 18-month-old baby died in Marseille after being forgotten in a car by a parent during a heatwave, with temperatures reaching 43.8°C, France's hottest day ever.
Adlington Backs Antibiotic Resistance Campaign After Sepsis
Double Olympic champion Rebecca Adlington joins the Keep antibiotics in play campaign after sepsis nearly killed her in 2022, urging action against antibiotic resistance which kills over 1 million yearly.
GP Warns Millions on Ramipril of Rare Side-Effect Risk
Dr Mark Porter warns ACE inhibitor users of angioedema risk, affecting up to 1 in 140 patients, with swelling of lips, face, tongue or throat. Immediate medical attention advised.
Doctors Reveal How to Use Your Inhaler Effectively
Around 3.8 million UK asthma sufferers haven't been shown how to use inhalers correctly, prompting a new guide from the UK Inhaler Group with tips from a GP.
Probe After 40 Staff Accessed Crocodile Boy's Records
An investigation has been launched after around 40 NHS staff accessed the medical records of a three-year-old boy injured in a crocodile pit at a zoo in Cambridgeshire.
NHS Urges Brits to Recognise Heatstroke Signs as Heatwave Continues
As temperatures approach 40°C in parts of England, the NHS warns of heatstroke dangers. Know the signs: if symptoms persist after 30 minutes of cooling, call 999 immediately.
Forth Valley Hospital Inspection Praises Staff, Issues New Requirements
An unannounced inspection at Forth Valley Royal Hospital found patients waiting over 23 hours in chairs, leading to seven new requirements for improvement.
Record Conceptions in Women Over 40 in England and Wales
Conceptions among women over 40 hit a record high of 36,085 in 2023, with abortion rates also at an all-time high, according to ONS data.
NHS: Know Heat Exhaustion vs Heatstroke Signs
The NHS explains key differences between heat exhaustion and heatstroke as UK temperatures near 40°C. Heat exhaustion can be managed with cooling, but heatstroke requires emergency 999 call.
NHS Drowsy Driving Warning for Hay Fever Medication Users
The NHS warns 10 million hay fever sufferers in England that certain antihistamines cause drowsiness, impairing driving ability. Non-drowsy alternatives are advised.
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.
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.
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%.
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.
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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