99 m. ago Scottish health board issues ‘gravy burns’ warning as most common festive mishaps revealed

Cuts from opening boxes can also lead to injuries.

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2 h. ago 'Do not touch' warning issued after poisonous plant washes up on UK beaches

If ingested, the toxic plant can attack the nervous system, causing convulsions and death by asphyxia

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2 h. ago How much do YOU rely on AI? Doctors issue warning over increasing numbers choosing chatbots over 'real' friends

Doctors have raised the alarm over the increasing number of young adults turning to AI chatbots for emotional support and health advice, ahead of the festive season.

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16 h. ago Lethal plant washes up on Scots shores as police issue warning

Hemlock water dropwort roots, also known as "dead man's fingers", has washed up in Argyll and Bute.

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21 h. ago 'Highly poisonous' plant found on UK beaches that can 'kill within hours'

A UK coastguard has issued a major 'do not touch' warning after a potentially lethal plant as been found around a 20-mile stretch of Cumbria coastline this week

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21 h. ago BREAKING: Major warning issued as lethal plant that 'can kill in hours' washes up on UK beach

The plant carries a fatal poison called oenanthotoxin in its white roots, which look like a bunch of parsnips and smell of parsley. If ingested in even small quantities, the toxin will start to attack the nervous system

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21 h. ago Major warning issued as lethal plant that 'can kill in hours' washes up on UK beach

The plant carries a fatal poison called oenanthotoxin in its white roots, which look like a bunch of parsnips and smell of parsley. If ingested in even small quantities, the toxin will start to attack the nervous system

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21 h. ago Vet nurse names Christmas dinner food that must be 'kept away from pets'

The vet nurse issued a warning on social media for pet owners ahead of the holidays

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22 h. ago NHS issues urgent medication warning telling patients to call GP 'now' over key symptoms

Dapagliflozin is mainly prescribed for type 2 diabetes, but it is also used to treat heart failure and chronic kidney disease

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23 h. ago Tesco, Sainsbury's and other supermarkets urgent recall on danger food

Supermarkets Tesco, Sainsbury’s and Iceland are recalling a popular dish after an urgent warning was issued by the Food Standards Agency over a risk to health

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24 h. ago Mikel Arteta issues new Arsenal title verdict after Pep Guardiola warning: 'What gives me belief...'

Arteta confident after Gunners ensure they will be top of Premier League at Christmas

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24 h. ago Major NHS warning as 'antisocial media' causing mental health issues to spiral

Wes Streeting has warned that social media is increasingly becoming 'antisocial media' amid the NHS being overwhelmed by mental health issues among young people

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24 h. ago Anyone buying supermarket mulled wine this Christmas issued urgent warning

Mulled wine is a popular festive drink, but households have been warned over the Christmas beverage's potential risks

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45 h. ago Everything you need to know after urgent travel warning issued to passengers

People are warned to expect disruption

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46 h. ago Travel warning issued for major rail disruption across North West

Northern says passengers should check the latest situation before they travel

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52 h. ago Anyone taking fexofenadrine warned by NHS to avoid some fruit juices

Fexofenadine is a non-drowsy antihistamine used to treat allergies, but NHS guidance warns that a number of fruit juices could cause issues

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52 h. ago Prime customers issued warning as company stresses 'this is not an Amazon offer'

People have been warned to take action fast if they are a victim

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57 h. ago People taking digoxin issued NHS warning over 'two' symptoms

The NHS has issued a warning for patients prescribed digoxin, urging them to speak to a doctor if they experience more than two common side effects

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64 h. ago Forecasters issue rare weather warning as strong gusts fuel wildfire threats in Colorado

The National Weather Service has issued a rare warning for part of the Colorado Front Range as hurricane-force winds and tinder dry conditions have boosted the threat of wildfire

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65 h. ago Anyone with 3 key symptoms told to 'stay home' as warning issued over 'unpleasant' virus

Cases of norovirus - the 'winter vomiting bug' - are rising in England

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