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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.

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.

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.

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.

Rare 50p Coin Sells for £113 at Auction

A scarce 2009 Kew Gardens 50p coin has sold for over double its face value in a recent auction, sparking renewed interest in coin collecting across the UK.

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.

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.

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.

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