5 h. ago Health alert for millions using common meds like antihistamines and metformin

Elderly care experts have issued a warning over combinations of medications that could put people at risk of serious side effects.

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24 h. ago Millions of people taking antihistamines and cold pills issued warning by health expert

The health alert concerns those who take tablets for things like colds and allergies up to those on medication for heart issues or diabetes.

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26 h. ago Millions taking common pill ibuprofen at risk of 'life threatening' side effects, warns NHS doctor

Dr Mark Porter issued a warning about a common pill, outlining the early warning signs of a life-threatening side effect

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27 h. ago Common heart drug taken by millions could raise risk of death for certain group, shock research finds

The daily tablets, which can trigger fatigue, nausea and even sexual dysfunction, are offered to the majority of patients who suffer a heart attack.

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3 d. ago These are the common mistakes millions of savers make that could send YOUR pension on a slippery slope to disaster

We have identified five main investing personality types each with their own priorities, strengths and pitfalls. See which one you most identify with and heed the advice from our experts.

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4 d. ago DVLA alert as 10 million drivers could be fined £1,000 for failing to declare this

The DVLA has warned that motorists can be fined up to £1,000 if they fail to declare certain medical conditions.

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4 d. ago Common habit that millions still do is 'increasing your chances of going bald'

While many men put it down to genetics when their hair begins to fall out, they may be wrong and one common habit could be causing hair problems quicker than its time

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5 d. ago NHS alert as Brits told to look out for 'common' symptom when they wake up

In some cases this could be an indicator of cancer.

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6 d. ago NHS alert if you 'regularly wake up' with this 'common' symptom

While this symptom is not typically something to worry about, if it keeps happening you should speak to your GP.

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7 d. ago One common iPhone habit millions do everyday that drains your battery to zero

Noticing your phone battery getting significantly worse can be frustrating but there are some common habits you may be doing that are harming your phone without even realising

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7 d. ago September outbreak alert as UK households told to 'seek a pharmacist'

As school returns next month, parents are being advised to be on the lookout for the parasites

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7 d. ago September outbreak alert issued with UK households told to 'see a pharmacist'

Next month is expected to trigger a UK-wide surge in infestations

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1 week ago NHS issues pharmacies alert ahead of Bank Holiday weekend disruption

The bank holiday will affecting NHS operating hours in pharmacies across the country

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2 w. ago Edinburgh locals 'treated by fake mental health doctor' as NHS alert issued

Police have arrested a man in connection with drugs and firearms offences following a search of a house in the Gracemount area of Edinburgh.

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2 w. ago Warning signs to look out for as 'sloth virus' hits people in UK

Health officials have issued an urgent alert after 'sloth fever' - a tropical disease that can be fatal - was detected in Brits returning from one foreign country

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2 w. ago Alert issued by health chiefs after oropouche virus is detected in three Britons, these are the warning signs of 'sloth fever'

UK health chiefs have issued an urgent warning after three people were diagnosed with 'sloth fever' in Britain.

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2 w. ago Pharmacist shares hidden' dangers of pill taken by millions in UK

Millions of people take the drug for common conditions

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2 w. ago China and Britain shared a mission to fight aggression and fascism. And we can work together today | Zheng Zeguang

As we remember VJ Day, let us also recall a spirit that can help us combat regional instability and climate changeZheng Zeguang is Chinese ambassador to the UKThis year marks the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese people’s war of resistance against Japanese aggression and the world anti-fascist war. On Friday, there will be a two-minute silence at noon in the UK to honour the 80th anniversary of VJ Day. This is a moment not only for solemn remembrance, but also for reflection on the enduring bonds forged in the crucible of history – bonds that continue to resonate in our world today.At the darkest hour of the second world war, China and the UK fought on different fronts but shared a common mission: to defend humanity against fascism and aggression. Millions of lives were lost, cities razed, and families torn apart. Yet in that darkness, courage and solidarity illuminated the way forward. The Chinese and British peoples stood shoulder to shoulder, united by sacrifice and ...

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2 w. ago Yellow heat health alert extended in London and across many regions of England as heatwave persists

Temperatures in the capital reached highs of 29C on Wednesday and will rise again to 30C on Friday, before settling at 25C at the end of the week

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2 w. ago Heat health alerts extended into next week during fourth summer heatwave

The warnings mean significant impacts on health and social care services

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