1 week ago Scotland cancer waiting times hit worst level on record as 'appalling' NHS figures published

SNP ministers are being warned of a cancer ‘ticking time bomb’ looming.

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2 w. ago ‘This depuffing facial tool is a must for hot weather and hay fever sufferers’

If you struggle with a puffy face and eyes, especially during hot weather or hay fever season, when travelling or after late nights, this new facial gadget might help

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2 w. ago UK households urged not to dry clothes outdoors during heatwave this weekend

A warning has been issued to anyone suffering from hay fever

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2 w. ago Cleaning expert warns against this often overlooked hay fever risk

A cleaning expert cautions hay fever sufferers against a common household practice that could worsen their symptoms amid high pollen levels

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2 w. ago Weather tracker: France reels from deadly thunderstorms and lightning

Cold drop, upper-air trough and heat dome combine to create severe weather and 85mm hailstoneSevere thunderstorms swept across France last Friday, killing one person and injuring another. Two systems were involved, prompting orange weather warnings: the first came from the west via Brittany and hit the north of the country, and the second arrived via Spain and affected south-west France.More than 30,000 lightning strikes were recorded between midnight on Friday and early Saturday. Eure, north of Paris, was worst hit with 4,326 strikes. Strong winds lashed Normandy – Rouen recorded a 76mph (123km)/h) gust that broke the 64mph record set in 2019. Hail affected several areas, leading to infrastructure and crop damage. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Met Office reveals exact date parts of UK will reach 30C this week

It comes as multiple red alerts have been issued affecting hay fever sufferers

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2 w. ago Brits warned ‘don’t forget’ as Met Office issues red ‘very high’ alerts in eight UK areas this week

Hay fever sufferers have been warned that their symptoms may be severe this week

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3 w. ago Brits told to keep windows and doors shut from 10am to 3pm because of one thing

The UK is forecast a heatwave from next Wednesday, but the balmy weather is bad news for hay fever sufferers as it means pollen levels will soar across the country

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3 w. ago UK households issued warning to keep windows and doors shut from 10am to 3pm

The UK has been basking in hot weather with several heatwaves so far this year but that's bad news for hay fever sufferers - as trees, grass and weed pollens are all in season at the time

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3 w. ago 'Pollen bomb' warning as levels soar across England and Wales: Map reveals the areas where hay fever sufferers will be worst hit

if you suffer from hay fever, you might want to stock up on anti-histamines. A 'pollen bomb' is set to hit the UK today, the Met Office has revealed.

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3 w. ago UK households told to close windows and doors from 10am until 3pm

Hay fever season is currently in full swing and sufferers are being urged to take preventative measures to try and minimise their symptoms - including keeping windows and doors shut

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3 w. ago Hay fever sufferers urged to avoid 5 things amid 'very high' pollen alert

While it's almost impossible to avoid pollen, there are ways to help minimise hay fever symptoms

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3 w. ago UK households told to put plants by windows and doors as June heats up

Experts have urged all hay fever suffers to do one thing with house plants ahead of summer to help alleviate the allergy symptoms in the home and combat the pollen

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3 w. ago Hay fever sufferers warned as red 'very high' pollen alert issued in EIGHT UK areas

Eight UK areas have been issued with a red "very high" pollen warning

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3 w. ago Met Office issues red 'very high' alert in four UK areas this week

Hay fever sufferers are being warned of "very high" pollen this week

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3 w. ago Hay fever sufferers urged to do one simple thing to beat grim symptoms

For hay fever sufferers, warm months can mean misery, but the latest gadgets could be your new best friend in the fight against allergies and it's often a satisfying solution that's overlooked

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3 w. ago Hay fever sufferers urged to use one device to help combat symptoms

EXCLUSIVE: Hay fever can be triggered by various types of pollen, and symptoms can be worse on days when the pollen count is particularly high - but there is one device that can help

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