11 h. ago NHS warns of 'three or more' Covid symptom as hospitalisations rise in Scotland

The Stratus variant of Covid is currently dominant in the UK.

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15 h. ago NHS metformin warning for everyone taking common diabetes drug in UK

Metformin is a commonly prescribed medication for the treatment of type 2 diabetes

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16 h. ago NHS warns symptom lasting 'more than an hour' could be Covid

The UK Health Security Agency has said that the Stratus variant is currently the most dominant strain of Covid

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21 h. ago NHS warns 'call 999' if you spot these two symptoms of blood clot

These signs could mean the clot has travelled to the lungs

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21 h. ago Blood clot warning as NHS says 'call 999' if you spot two symptoms

There are certain signs that you need to seek immediate medical attention

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23 h. ago NHS aspirin ‘liver and brain damage’ alert for children with rare condition

NHS guidance has a strict warning considering giving their children aspirin as a painkiller

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64 h. ago Why you might not get vaccinated for Covid despite new NHS Stratus warning

A new strain of coronavirus has emerged but many Brits might not get the chance to protect themselves against it.

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3 d. ago NHS GP warns phone mistake 'could worsen stress and anxiety'

Dr Raj Arora offered advice for people who regularly use social media

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5 d. ago 'We must act fast': Do not confuse common Covid symptom with deadly Victorian disease, experts warn

Cases of TB are on the rise in the UK 🏥

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5 d. ago NHS GP warns 'don't ignore' sleep habit that 'could be straining your heart'

Dr Leen Tannous urged people not to ignore the symptom, as it could be a sign of a common condition

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6 d. ago NHS high blood pressure warning issued to anyone currently taking common pill

The NHS has a cautionary note to people who are taking the commonly prescribed medication

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7 d. ago Trump pressure to hike UK drug prices could cost NHS billions, experts warn

Experts warn a new deal will only trigger further increased price demands and make healthcare in the UK more expensive

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7 d. ago Flu vaccine warning as NHS says 'wait' if you have one symptom

The flu jab is offered every year to people at higher risk of getting seriously ill from flu - but there are some cases in which you shouldn't get vaccinated.

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7 d. ago Painkiller prescribed to millions 'not that effective' for chronic pain

Doctors have previously warned that patients waiting months for NHS operations are taking the painkiller for dangerously long periods and finding themselves hooked.

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7 d. ago Popular opioid painkiller prescribed to tens of thousands every year 'not that effective' for easing chronic pain, scientists discover

Doctors have previously warned that patients waiting months for NHS operations are taking the painkiller for dangerously long periods and finding themselves hooked.

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8 d. ago NHS trust suggests coeliac children use food banks after cancelling prescriptions to cut costs

Clinicians warn of ‘shocking levels of ignorance’ over ‘cruel and risky’ NHS decision to cut gluten-free prescriptions

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8 d. ago New Covid 2025 Autumn jab rules causing chaos as thousands of people turned away

The NHS and UK Health Security Agency has warned people that even if they got the vaccination last year they may no longer be allowed to have it for free

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8 d. ago UK Covid jab Autumn 2025 warning as new rules mean booking chaos

The NHS and UK Health Security Agency has warned people that even if they got the vaccination last year they may no longer be allowed to have it for free

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9 d. 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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1 week ago Covid Stratus alert as key symptom of new variant often gets mistaken for common illness

As cases of new Covid strain Stratus continue to soar throughout the UK, experts warn that patients may well easily mistake one symptom for a simple dose of the flu

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