5 h. ago Brits with artificial grass in garden given warning during scorching heatwave

As the UK is set to bask in another bout of hot weather this week with temperatures reaching 33C, a gardening expert issues a warning to UK households with artificial grass

Events

8 h. ago Brits can get free NHS prescriptions with these 10 medical conditions

People with certain life-threatening or life-limiting conditions can receive medicines for nothing – see if you're eligible here

Politics

8 h. ago Acid reflux drug taken by millions could HARM your digestion, warns top pharmacist

Medication taken by millions of Britons to relieve heartburn and acid reflux can have a harmful impact on digestion in the long term, a top pharmacist has warned.

Events

33 h. ago Health Secretary Wes Streeting admits there could be MORE NHS strikes

The Health Secretary welcomed the fact the British Medical Association (BMA) has agreed to use August as a 'window for negotiations' as a 'step in the right direction'.

Society

55 h. ago Hot weather alert as common medications put millions of Brits at risk

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has warned that people taking certain medications could be at greater risk of heat-related illness as temperatures are set to soar this week

Events

55 h. ago UK experts issue hot weather warning to millions of Brits on these medications

Certain drugs could make you more vulnerable to health risks in the heat

Events

3 d. ago Travel expert issues urgent Turkey warning to Brits heading abroad

As medical tourism in Turkey has become more popular among Brits for its accessibility and cheaper prices, an expert has warned against the risks of seeking medical and cosmetic procedures abroad

Events

4 d. ago British medic, 26, who was found dead on Christmas Eve in Ukraine after serving in the war against Russia 'may have been murdered'

Katherine Mielniczuk, 26, tragically died from opioid intoxication on Christmas Eve in 2023.

Events

4 d. ago British medic's heartbreaking two words to dead Gaza child, 9, while zipping up their body bag

NHS paramedic Sam Sears recently returned from a three-week stint in the stricken Gaza enclave working at a charity’s field hospitals, and now shares his harrowing tale

Events

4 d. ago British combat medic found dead in Ukraine bed with murder probe 'ongoing'

Katherine Mielniczuk, 26, died from opioid intoxication and Ukrainian police say an investigation of "homicide" into her death is “ongoing" - but a coroner has questioned if she was given a fatal dose without her consent

Events

4 d. ago British holidaymakers jetting to Europe will have to prove they have a return ticket and medical insurance under EU border crackdown

A digital system for arrivals into the European Union will come into force from October 12, The Times reports.

Science

7 d. ago Wes Streeting urged to 'use negotiation window wisely' or face fresh strikes by resident doctors

British Medical Association representatives met with the health secretary on Tuesday, less than a week after ending a five-day walkout in a row over pay.

Events

7 d. ago Resident doctors agree ‘window for negotiations’ with Streeting

It follows a five-day strike, which took place from July 25-30.

Politics

3 w. ago Revealed: BMA's war chest will fund doctors' strikes with unions able to spend MILLIONS to wreak NHS havoc

The British Medical Association boasts it is prepared for a 'long-term' fight with Health Secretary Wes Streeting if talks to prevent crippling strikes (pictured) fail to reach a breakthrough.

Economics

3 w. ago New weather warnings issued for millions as heavy rain batters the UK

Four weather warnings have been issued across the UK on Saturday

Events

3 w. ago IDF soldiers deliberately wounding children in Gaza ‘like a game’, says British doctor

A British surgeon in Gaza has claimed medical workers are seeing “clear patterns of injury”, suggesting IDF soldiers are deliberately shooting Gazan children in different body parts depending on the day of the week.

Society

3 w. ago When a hosepipe can still be used despite the ban: From religious ceremonies to looking after a fish pond, all the exemptions under the latest water restrictions

With England battling exceptionally dry weather, millions of homeowners are being hit with hosepipe bans and warned they face a £1,000 fine for non-compliance.

Politics

3 w. ago Met Office tells Brits in 80 places to prepare 'emergency' kit with three items

Met Office weather forecasters have told millions of Brits to prepare as several amber and yellow weather warnings are in place for serious thunderstorms this weekend

Politics

3 w. ago Doctors say there is 'window of opportunity' to stop upcoming NHS strikes

The British Medical Association met with Health Secretary Wes Streeting in Westminster for critical talks to try and come to an agreement to prevent a five-day walkout next week

Events

3 w. ago Government ‘has very small window to avert resident doctors’ strike’

A five-day walkout is scheduled to start next week and could cause significant upheaval to the NHS in England.

Politics