Measles Outbreak Causes Brain Swelling in SC Children
South Carolina's measles outbreak has led to rare brain swelling complications in children, with 876 cases reported and 95% in unvaccinated individuals.
Category : Health
Energy Supplement Recalled Over Undeclared ED Drug
Akkarco LLC's Ashfiat Alharamain Energy Support supplement has been urgently recalled after FDA lab tests detected tadalafil, a prescription-strength erectile dysfunction drug, posing serious health risks.
Pandemic Disruptions Worsened Cancer Survival, Study Shows
New research reveals cancer patients diagnosed during COVID-19's peak had worse short-term survival than pre-pandemic patients, with colorectal, prostate and pancreatic cancers particularly affected.
Common Diseases Treatment Could Cut Dementia Cases by Third
New research suggests treating peripheral diseases like gum disease and diabetes could prevent millions of dementia cases globally by addressing interconnected health factors.
TV Doctor Warns Staff Shortages Threaten Cancer Plan
Dr Hilary Jones has raised serious concerns about the Government's new National Cancer Plan, highlighting critical NHS staffing shortages as a major obstacle to its success.
Football Stars Back BHF's 'Every Minute Matters' Heart Campaign
Former footballers including Micah Richards and Graeme Souness are championing the British Heart Foundation's 'Every Minute Matters' campaign during Heart Month, urging fans to learn CPR to save lives from cardiac arrest.
Weight Loss Jabs Linked to Permanent Vision Loss Risk
UK health authorities issue urgent warning about potential permanent vision loss from weight loss injections like Wegovy, urging patients to seek immediate medical attention for eye changes.
Birthday Party Cancer Diagnosis: Essex Dad's Shock News
Paul Souter received life-altering kidney cancer news during his 40th birthday celebrations. His story highlights how 54% of kidney cancer cases are found incidentally during scans for other issues.
Fat Loss Coach's Moderation Trick for Sticking to Diet
A health coach shares her method for maintaining clean eating by treating moderation as a learnable skill, using chocolate as an example to demonstrate portion control techniques.
Brussels Sprouts: Hated Veg Is Hair Superfood
Despite being Britain's most disliked vegetable, Brussels sprouts contain vital nutrients that promote healthy hair growth, according to leading trichologists.
Baby Esme's Silent Birth: A Father's Fight
Josh Richardson recounts the harrowing birth of his daughter Esme, who suffered meconium aspiration and was saved by an ECMO machine, inspiring his charity run.
Norovirus Cases 50% Above Average, Hospital Outbreaks Rise
UKHSA data reveals norovirus infections are 50% higher than the five-season average, with significant outbreaks in hospitals and over-65s most affected. Health officials urge strict hygiene measures.
GP Hit with £128k Bill for Missing Flesh-Eating Disease
A doctor who moved to India has been ordered to pay £128,000 after failing to see a patient with necrotising fasciitis, leading to severe scarring and surgery.
Theme Park Disability Pass Changes Exclude Neurodivergent Guests
Merlin Entertainments has introduced new rules banning visitors with ADHD and anxiety from using disability fast passes at Alton Towers, Legoland and Chessington, sparking criticism from families.
36 Children Sick After Nestle Baby Formula Recall in UK
The UK Health Security Agency has identified 36 clinical cases of children with symptoms linked to cereulide toxin in recalled Nestle SMA baby formula across the UK.
Nestlé Expands Baby Formula Recall Over Toxin Fears
Nestlé has updated its voluntary recall of several SMA baby formula products due to potential cereulide toxin contamination. Parents are urged to check batches and seek medical advice.
Life After GLP-1 Drugs: Weight Regain and Plateaus
An in-depth look at what happens when patients stop taking GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, including weight regain risks and how to manage plateaus during therapy.
Teen's Headache Battle Reveals Terminal Brain Tumour
Max Hall, 14, endured daily headaches for over a year before scans confirmed a grade-4 diffuse glioma. His family now fights for experimental treatments while highlighting UK brain tumour research gaps.
NHS trial of Zeus Sleep device for sleep apnoea
The NHS is trialling the Zeus Sleep device, a chin-worn alternative to CPAP machines, offering hope to millions with sleep apnoea by using electrical stimulation to improve sleep quality.
UKHSA Warning: 155 Stomach Bug Cases in Cape Verde Holidaymakers
The UK Health Security Agency warns of over 150 Shigella and Salmonella cases in British travellers to Cape Verde, with six fatalities and risk factors identified.
NHS Alert: Seven Cancer Symptoms 'Not Normal For You'
The NHS has issued an urgent warning about seven general symptoms that could indicate cancer, urging Brits to know what's normal for their bodies and seek GP advice promptly.
Doctor's Warning: Leg Position That Raises Blood Clot Risk
A pulmonary specialist warns travellers about a common leg position on planes that significantly increases blood clot risk, explaining the science and offering preventative advice.
Steph Waring's Anorexia Battle: Told She'd Die Without Weight
Former Hollyoaks actress Steph Waring reveals her lifelong struggle with anorexia, starting at age 10, reaching under 4 stone, and being told she would die without intervention.
Hims & Hers Launches $49 Wegovy Pill Copy
Telehealth firm Hims & Hers offers compounded semaglutide pills at $49 monthly, significantly cheaper than Novo Nordisk's Wegovy, sparking market reaction and regulatory scrutiny.
Honey Energy Supplement Recalled for Hidden ED Drug
US health officials have issued a nationwide recall for Ashfiat Alharamain Energy Support after tests revealed undisclosed prescription-strength erectile dysfunction medication tadalafil in the honey-based supplement.
NHS Sugar Tool Helps Lower Heart Disease, Cancer, Tooth Decay Risk
The NHS offers a free online sugar calculator to help families track intake, reducing risks of heart disease, cancer, and tooth decay, as children exceed recommended sugar limits.
Apple Watch NHS Rollout Urged for Heart Patients
Leading experts call for Apple smartwatches to be available on the NHS for atrial fibrillation patients after a study shows they slash hospital readmissions and improve detection.
Dad's Back Pain Reveals Kidney Cancer, Sparks Recovery Mission
Paul Souter, a 43-year-old father from Essex, discovered his persistent back pain was kidney cancer. His story highlights incidental diagnoses and the power of counselling and charity walks in recovery.
UKHSA Probes 36 Baby Formula Poisoning Cases
The UK Health Security Agency is investigating 36 cases of cereulide toxin poisoning in infants after consuming recalled formula. Learn symptoms and risks.
NHS Trials New Zeus Device for Sleep Apnoea Sufferers
The NHS is trialling a discreet chin-worn device that uses electrical stimulation to treat sleep apnoea, potentially helping eight million UK sufferers who struggle with traditional CPAP machines.
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