Sarwar Urges Inquiry to Call Sturgeon and Swinney
Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar calls for former First Minister Nicola Sturgeon and current FM John Swinney to give evidence to the hospitals inquiry examining fatal infection outbreaks.
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Smoking Before 20 Doubles Heart Attack Risk
New research reveals starting smoking before age 20 dramatically increases cardiovascular risks, with early smokers facing double the heart attack risk even decades after quitting.
Kelle Bryan Opens Up About Lupus Hair Loss on Loose Women
Loose Women panellist Kelle Bryan shared her emotional journey with lupus-induced hair loss during chemotherapy, discussing vulnerability and self-acceptance on the ITV show.
Diltiazem Alert: NHS Urges Doctor Call for Three Symptoms
Patients taking the common blood pressure medication diltiazem are being advised by the NHS to seek immediate medical attention if they experience three specific serious side effects.
LA Maternity Crisis: ERs Become Birthing Centres
As maternity wards close across Los Angeles County, emergency rooms are seeing a surge in births, raising concerns about maternal health outcomes and access to proper care for vulnerable communities.
Bradley Walsh's Blepharitis: Eye Condition Explained
TV presenter Bradley Walsh reveals his battle with blepharitis, a condition causing swollen eyelids and potential vision issues. Learn about symptoms and treatments.
Doctor's Breakfast Plan to Stop Weight Regain After Mounjaro
A clinical researcher reveals a specific protein and fibre-rich breakfast formula designed to help maintain weight loss after stopping medications like Wegovy and Mounjaro.
Doctor Amir Khan Warns About Hidden Belly Fat Health Risks
ITV's Dr Amir Khan challenges common belly fat advice, explaining the serious health risks of visceral fat and how to effectively manage it through lifestyle changes.
Hospital Gives Wrong Baby After Stillbirth: Glasgow Mother's Ordeal
A Glasgow woman reveals how she was given the wrong baby after delivering a stillborn son at Princess Royal Maternity, with an investigation finding the mix-up was 'avoidable'.
Sunbed Crackdown: New Age Verification Rules to Combat Cancer
The government plans stricter sunbed regulations by 2027, requiring age verification to protect under-18s from UV radiation risks including skin cancer, premature ageing, and eye damage.
Davina McCall Menopause Doc Saves Woman from Dementia Fear
Lorraine Sharvin feared she had dementia until watching Davina McCall discuss menopause symptoms. Hormone replacement therapy transformed her life within days.
Husband Saves Wife with CPR on M56 After Cardiac Arrest
Paul Cutler performed emergency CPR on his wife Suzanne after she suffered a cardiac arrest on the M56 near Manchester, bringing her back to life on the motorway hard shoulder.
Two Drinks Nightly Raises Bowel Cancer Risk 25%
New research reveals consuming 14+ alcoholic drinks weekly increases colorectal cancer risk by 25% and rectal cancer risk by 95%, but quitting can lower danger.
Hairstylist's Overwork Led to Sepsis on Holiday
A Scottish salon owner reveals how skipping toilet breaks during 12-hour shifts caused a kidney infection and sepsis while on holiday in Turkey, prompting a major lifestyle change.
Covid Mouth Symptom Affects 10% of Patients
Research reveals 'Covid mouth' affects around 10% of hospitalised patients, causing symptoms like white patches, ulcers, and taste disturbances that typically resolve within two weeks.
Postbiotics, Prebiotics, Probiotics: Gut Health Guide
Explore the differences between postbiotics, prebiotics, and probiotics, including their roles in gut health, benefits, and the latest research on supplements.
Morning Brain Health Boosters: A Neurologist's Guide
Discover how adult brains can form new connections through morning routines. Learn about neuroplasticity, neural fatigue, and the crucial role of sleep and exercise for cognitive resilience.
NHS Lowers Bowel Cancer Screening Threshold
NHS England is lowering the detection threshold for its bowel cancer home-testing kits, aiming to detect thousands more cases earlier and save lives.
Baby Dies After NHS Staff Fail to Wake Mother for Checks
A three-day-old baby boy died from sepsis after hospital staff failed to wake his sleeping mother for crucial observations on a chaotic maternity ward, an NHS investigation has revealed.
NHS Free Fitness Videos: Gym Alternative for Weight Loss
Discover the NHS Fitness Studio's free exercise videos, offering gym-quality workouts at home. With 23 expert-led sessions from yoga to aerobics, boost weight loss without membership fees.
Quarter of Under-Fours Obese, GPs Report
A UK survey finds nearly half of GPs treat obese children under seven, with a quarter of under-fours affected, highlighting challenges in discussing weight issues.
NHS Warning: Stop Vitamin C If You Notice These Symptoms
Health experts urge people taking vitamin C supplements to stop immediately if they experience any of eleven specific symptoms, including diarrhoea, nausea, or signs of kidney stones.
Jack: From Police Dog to Chemo Companion
A heartwarming story of Jack, a cocker spaniel sacked from police duty who became an indispensable support during his owner's cancer treatment.
Half of GPs See Obese Children Under Seven
A new survey reveals nearly half of UK GPs are treating obese children under seven, with 80% finding weight discussions challenging due to emotional reactions from families.
Free Vitamin Guide: End Supplement Confusion Now
Struggling with vitamin choices? Get a free expert guide on supplements, joint pain, menopause & more. Sign up for the Your Health newsletter before January 21 deadline.
NHS Grapefruit Warning for Millions on Antidepressants
Health experts warn that consuming grapefruit or its juice while taking the common antidepressant sertraline can dangerously increase medication levels in the body, leading to severe side effects.
Monty Don's Health Scare: Facing Mortality After Mini-Stroke
Gardeners' World presenter Monty Don reveals how a transient ischaemic attack in 2008 made him 'terribly aware' of his own mortality and changed his perspective on life.
Alcohol Directly Increases Bowel Cancer Risk, Study Finds
A major new study has established a direct causal link between alcohol consumption and a heightened risk of developing bowel cancer, prompting urgent calls for public health action.
Cancer Warning After Symptoms Dismissed as Menopause
Jessica Farrington ignored night sweats, fatigue and weight loss for a year, attributing them to menopause or water changes, before discovering stage four follicular lymphoma.
Doctor's Vitamin D Supplement Warning
Dr Zoe Williams cautions that excessive vitamin D intake can become toxic, causing calcium buildup in vital organs. The NHS recommends 10 micrograms daily during winter.
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