17 h. ago NHS issues 'tell your doctor' alert for people taking painkiller gabapentin

The prescription-only medicine can have some side effects made worse with certain substances

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65 h. ago Gut doctor Megan Rossi issues 'think again' alert over common toilet habit

Dr Megan Rossi said can cause a number of health issues

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68 h. ago NHS issues pain warning as red flag can signal serious reaction to lansoprazole

Lansoprazole is is commonly used to treat a variety of stomach-related conditions, including heartburn, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and stomach ulcers

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4 d. ago NHS says 'call 999' if you get 'tingling' sensation in two areas

The NHS has issued a warning that if you experience 'tingling', particularly in two specific areas, it could be time to dial 999

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5 d. ago NHS issue cough advice as expert warns Brits to avoid doing one thing in winter

There are three remedies said to be able to help with your cough, and one of them is something you probably already have at home

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5 d. ago BBC doctor issues major alert over four letter word that could save your life

Dr Oscar Duke spoke after singer Lauren Jean told of her experiences in the middle of the night

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5 d. ago Doctor's urgent alert for anyone taking omeprazole for heartburn and acid reflux

Dr Punam Krishan, the resident doctor on BBC's Morning Live, has issued a warning to anyone taking proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) like omeprazole for issues like heartburn, acid reflux, and indigestion

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5 d. ago NHS issue message to people who wear contact lenses or glasses

People have been warned they're at risk of having common eye conditions - and it's likely you have it if you're wearing glasses or contacts

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7 d. ago NHS issues 'don't do it' warning to anyone who has one Covid symptom

Not following the advice can cause further issues

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8 d. ago NHS issues warning to take this pill daily 'from October' for six months

Government guidelines tell Brits to take this supplement daily

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8 d. ago NHS warning issued on 'very infectious' winter illness spreading among children

Cases of this illness are rising earlier than usual due to the spread of infection among children

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8 d. ago Winter illness alert as NHS says four groups most 'at risk' as cases rise

The NHS has issued an urgent warning to four groups of people who are at "higher risk" of a winter illness

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9 d. ago NHS warns specific Covid symptoms could be a sign you need urgent attention

A new Covid variant XFG has been circulating according to the UKHSA and it has been steadily dominating Covid cases across the UK - and now the NHS has issued a warning

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1 week ago BBC Doctor issues urgent alert for users of amitriptyline, maprotiline, sertraline or fluoxetine

Dr Kasim Ahmed said in the UK 8 million take antidepressants as new research found that some drugs can have serious side effects

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1 week ago NHS says this Covid symptom may mean you need urgent attention

UKHSA has confirmed that a new Covid variant XFG is circulating and has been steadily dominating Covid cases across the UK - and now the NHS has issued a warning

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1 week ago NHS and UKHSA issue key alert to certain Brits to 'book' one vaccine this autumn

You can use the NHS app to verify if you are eligible for vaccinations

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2 w. ago Brits' health at risk by 'silent killer' that could be lurking in your home

Heating up our homes more is one thing many of us do to beat the cold weather. However, as we begin to crank up the heating more and light fires, a doctor said people need to remain on alert when it comes to their health

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2 w. ago NHS issues warning about one thing you should never have alongside ibuprofen

Painkillers can help us keep aches and pains at bay, but you must be wary about what you take with them.

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2 w. ago Freaky new Covid Stratus symptom that affects your teeth as NHS issues warning

There are two new Covid variants currently circulating around the UK – named 'Stratus' and 'Nimbus' - and they come with some unusual indicators you can look out for

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2 w. ago NHS issues 'do not mix' alert when taking ibuprofen for pain

The NHS has claimed the mixture could lead to a bleeding risk

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