10 h. ago Popular sweet could expose you to 'hundreds of microplastics' 'with every chew'

New research found each gram of chewing gum released about 100 microplastics.

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7 d. ago Scientists reveal one piece of chewing gum could expose you to thousands of microplastics

New research suggests chewing gum could release thousands of microplastics into our mouths

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8 d. ago Man rushed to hospital after being found 'high on drugs at work'

He was arrested by officers

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2 w. ago Drugs given to hospital patients via IV drips could contain microplastics, researchers warn

These particles - tiny fragments produced by degrading plastic - have been found in the human brain, liver, heart and even breast milk.

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2 w. ago Microplastics could be making our bodies resistant to antibiotics, 'staggering' research finds

Researchers were stunned to discover that bacteria's antimicrobial resistance is strengthened when exposed to plastic particles.

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2 w. ago MS patients in England to benefit from major roll out of take

Cladribine tablet for those with active multiple sclerosis will reduce hospital visits and free up appointmentsThousands of patients with multiple sclerosis (MS) in England are to become the first in Europe to benefit from a major roll out of an immunotherapy pill.Current treatments involve regular trips to hospital, drug infusions, frequent injections and extensive monitoring, which add to the burden on patients and healthcare systems. Continue reading...

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3 w. ago Big Brother star 'nearly died' after overdose on weight loss drug bought online

A former Big Brother star has opened up about their hospital dash after overdosing on a weight loss drug they bought online following hate trolling

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3 w. ago Big Brother star Narinder Kaur reveals terrifying hospital dash and how she 'almost died' after taking overdose of weight loss drug

Big Brother star Narinder Kaur has revealed she was rushed to hospital and feared she would die after taking an overdose of weight loss drug Wegovy.

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