10 h. ago NHS warns people who take sertraline to 'call 999' for this symptom

Sertraline is one of the most prescribed antidepressants in the UK, with around two million people taking it each year. But there are some side effects that may require a 999 call

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48 h. ago Painkiller warning as paracetamol or ibuprofen should not be mixed with these meds

The NHS has issued a warning for those taking certain medications to be cautious when using painkillers such as paracetamol and ibuprofen.

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48 h. ago NHS warns Brits do not mix paracetamol or ibuprofen with these meds

Combining certain medications with paracetamol or ibuprofen could be risky.

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2 d. ago NHS warning over 'trait' that can be serious if inherited by children

Anyone with a sickle cell 'trait' does not suffer from the disease but carries one of the causative genes

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3 d. ago Atorvastatin NHS warning for anyone taking commonly prescribed drug

Statins can help lower your blood cholesterol, but they do come with some common side effects

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6 d. ago NHS issues codeine warning as common side effect could affect many

Codeine is a controlled drug commonly prescribed to treat pain, but it comes with a number of side effects that could affect your personal health

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6 d. ago Codeine NHS warning over ‘unpleasant’ side effect for more than 1 in 100 people

Guidance from the NHS has highlighted a common side effect for people who take codeine for pain relief

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6 d. ago Labour conference live: Farage may ‘do away with NHS’, Streeting warns doctors after strike threats

The prime minister is also expected to use his annual address to expand his attacks on Reform UK

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6 d. ago Labour conference live: Public can’t trust Farage with the NHS, Streeting warns before Starmer unveils reforms

The prime minister is expected to use his annual address to expand his attacks on Reform UK

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6 d. ago Urgent ‘silent’ diabetes warning as routine NHS tests miss killer condition – 7 clues to watch for

THOUSANDS of men in the UK could be living with 'silent' diabetes, scientists have warned. Routine diabetes checks may give false negative results in people with a common but often undiagnosed genetic deficiency. Scientists fear this could leave thousands, particularly black and South Asian men - who are more likely to carry the gene -...

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7 d. ago Streeting warns BMA: ‘NHS is hanging by a thread, don’t pull it’

Health Secretary Wes Streeting warned the doctors’ union they risked helping Nigel Farage take the keys to No 10.

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9 d. ago Omeprazole warning issued by NHS for people with two conditions

NHS patients have been urged to take omeprazole with caution if it has been purchased over the counter. Experts have warned customers about the long-term effects

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9 d. ago NHS issues omeprazole warning to people who take common medication

The NHS has issued a warning about the potential risks associated with long-term use of omeprazole, a common tablet used to treat heartburn and indigestion

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9 d. ago NHS issues omeprazole warning to those taking heartburn and indigestion drug

The NHS has a warning about the medication, which is one of the most commonly prescribed in the UK, on its website

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9 d. ago NHS omeprazole warning to anyone who uses it for heartburn and indigestion

Omeprazole is a commonly prescribed medication in the UK, but there are certain risks linked to its prolonged use.

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9 d. ago Omeprazole users issued with urgent NHS warning over 'common' use of heartburn tablets

Omeprazole is one of the most commonly prescribed tablets in the UK with the most recent figures showing 73 million NHS scripts for the drug

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1 week ago Omeprazole NHS warning to anyone who takes it for heartburn and indigestion

The NHS has a warning about the medication on its website

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1 week ago Poll: How long is an acceptable wait for a routine NHS appointment?

Have your say: Experts warn Labour is set to miss its NHS pledge, leaving millions facing long waits – but how long do you think is acceptable for a routine appointment?

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1 week ago NHS warns four symptoms you should not assume are a 'natural part of ageing'

The 'normal ageing process' could actually indicate the start of a potentially debilitating health issue.

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1 week ago A&E doctor's message to Nigel Farage about his plans for NHS comes with warning

An overseas A&E doctor who has trained and worked in the UK for a decade has said she is 'appalled' by Nigel Farage’s plan to scrap indefinite leave to remain if Reform is elected

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