Deadly E. coli outbreak at Welsh festival
Public Health Wales declares an outbreak of Shiga toxin-producing E. coli linked to The Big Tribute Festival. Health officials are urgently investigating the source.
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Meghan Markle's jewellery sparks food safety fears
The Duchess of Sussex faces criticism for preparing a raw turkey while wearing jewellery, with experts warning of bacterial contamination risks. Discover essential food safety tips.
Walgreens Nasal Spray Recall Over Bacteria Risk
Walgreens recalls over 41,000 saline nasal sprays contaminated with Pseudomonas lactis. The FDA warns consumers to stop use immediately due to potential health risks for immunocompromised individuals.
Jamaica Leptospirosis Outbreak After Hurricane
Jamaica confirms a deadly leptospirosis outbreak with six suspected deaths following Hurricane Melissa's catastrophic flooding. Health officials urge caution in contaminated areas.
Meningococcal Outbreak Puts Schoolies Teens at Risk
Health experts issue urgent warning to Schoolies attendees as deadly meningococcal outbreak spreads. Over 100 cases detected in 2025. Know the symptoms that could save lives.
Whooping cough surge puts infants at risk
Whooping cough cases are rising dramatically across the US. Learn how to protect your family with vaccination and recognise the dangerous symptoms of this bacterial infection.
Man fights for life after common bacteria turns deadly
A normally harmless bacteria found on skin sent a man into a 66-day medical crisis, causing meningitis, heart inflammation, and blindness. Discover the growing threat of Group G Streptococcus.
Neutrogena Wipes Health Alert: Infection Risk Warning
Shocking new safety warning reveals potentially contaminated Neutrogena makeup remover wipes could cause serious bacterial infections and life-threatening sepsis. Essential reading for skincare users.
FDA Urgent Recall: Deadly Bacteria in Products
Urgent FDA safety alert as multiple products recalled due to dangerous bacterial contamination and hidden allergens posing serious health risks to consumers.
Neutrogena Face Wipes Recalled Over Bacterial Contamination
Critical product recall issued for Neutrogena makeup remover wipes after contamination with common bacteria found in water and soil poses potential health risks to consumers.
New blood test detects baby infections in hours
Revolutionary new testing method can rapidly detect dangerous bacterial infections in newborns, potentially saving countless infant lives across the UK.
Pennsylvania teen dies from bacterial meningitis in 24 hours
A vibrant Pennsylvania teenager has died from bacterial meningitis just one day after falling ill, prompting urgent health warnings about the rapid-onset infection that can prove fatal within hours.
Dad's sepsis warning after wife dies from routine surgery
A grieving father shares his family's tragic story after his wife died from sepsis following a routine operation, urging others to recognise the deadly signs of this silent killer.
Rare Bacterial Infection Outbreak Hits UK
Health authorities scramble to contain a rare invasive streptococcal infection outbreak across multiple UK regions, with several confirmed cases and ongoing investigations.
Radioactive Shrimp Recall: Michigan Health Alert
Health authorities issue urgent recall after detecting radioactive contamination in frozen shrimp products from Indonesia, raising serious food safety concerns.
Bathroom Bacteria: Hidden Dangers in Your Daily Routine
New research reveals how everyday bathroom items become breeding grounds for harmful bacteria and viruses. Discover which common habits put your health at risk.
Restaurant worker contaminates food with urine in Westminster
A Westminster restaurant employee has been convicted after CCTV captured him deliberately contaminating food containers with urine in a disturbing hygiene breach that shocked the hospitality industry.
Man hospitalised with flesh-eating disease after cut
A British man faces life-changing surgery after contracting a rare flesh-eating disease from a minor cut, highlighting the dangers of necrotising fasciitis.
Graduate, 23, dies from meningitis days after symptoms
A promising university graduate died from meningitis just days after falling ill, with her family initially believing she had freshers' flu. The 23-year-old's sudden deterioration serves as a tragic warning about the deadly disease.
NHS Alert: 2 Critical Meningitis Signs for Parents
Health experts reveal crucial early warning symptoms of deadly meningitis that could save your child's life. Learn to spot the signs before it's too late.
Teen loses legs after flu turns to sepsis
A healthy teenager's ordinary flu symptoms spiralled into life-threatening sepsis, forcing doctors to amputate both legs in a medical nightmare that highlights crucial warning signs.
Madonna's Secret Health Battle: ICU Fight Revealed
The shocking truth behind Madonna's health crisis revealed as she battled a severe bacterial infection that left her fighting for life in intensive care.
Pet Food Poses Deadly Household Risks Experts Warn
Shocking new research reveals how common pet food products may be exposing households to dangerous pathogens and contaminants. Veterinary experts issue urgent safety warnings.
Listeria outbreak in ready meals kills multiple
Health officials issue urgent warning as listeria contamination in popular ready meals leads to hospitalisations and fatalities across multiple states. Supermarket chains remove affected products from shelves.
Virginia Beach husband dies from seawater bacteria infection
A Virginia Beach family is in mourning after a husband's quick demise from a Vibrio infection, contracted from seawater, prompting urgent health warnings.
'Nightmare Bacteria' Superbug Surge in UK, CDC Warns
A sharp rise in dangerous, antibiotic-resistant bacterial infections has been detected in UK patient samples, posing a severe threat to public health and modern medicine.
CDC Alert: Deadly Bacteria Causes Severe Infections in US
The CDC has issued a nationwide alert after a rare and potentially fatal bacteria, Neisseria meningitidis, was found to cause serious bloodstream and joint infections in the US. Learn about the symptoms and risks.
Student's Meningitis Death Sparks Family's Urgent Warning
The heartbroken family of a first-year university student who died from meningitis issues a vital warning to all students and parents about the deadly signs to watch for.
Urgent 48-hour meningitis warning as cases surge 50%
UKHSA alerts public as invasive meningococcal disease cases rise sharply across England, with students and young adults most at risk. Symptoms and emergency signs explained.
Deadly Flesh-Eating Bacteria Warning in Louisiana
Health authorities in Louisiana have confirmed the presence of the deadly Vibrio vulnificus bacteria in local waters, linked to five fatalities. Experts warn of severe risks from consuming raw shellfish and exposing wounds to warm seawater.
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