37 h. ago Victorian diseases on the rise due to damp housing and food inequality, doctors warn

Doctors raised concerns that damp housing and food insecurity is leading to more severe illness

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4 d. ago Someone put fish hooks in treats at a popular park and one dog almost died

The dog had to have an emergency operation and now the owner is warning other dog walkers to be vigilant

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7 d. ago Urgent warning for dog owners as Easter treat poses deadly risk

As Easter approaches, dog owners are being warned to keep one springtime treach out of reach of their pets, as the treat can be fatal if consumed by their four-legged friends

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7 d. ago Vet's urgent warning over dog disease that rises in spring and can spread to humans

Vets have drawn attention to one dog disease in particular that could have harmful consequences for owners

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1 week ago Health officials warn levels of infectious disease are 'moving in the wrong direction' as cases surge in Britain

Data shows a concerning rise in a number of infectious diseases in England

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1 week ago UK risks losing 'low level' status of Victorian disease as it makes comeback, UKHSA warns

The latest infectious disease data shows a concerning rise in cases of a Victorian-era disease

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1 week ago Cough that 'lasts over 3 weeks' could be deadly disease on the rise in the UK

Cases of the Victorian disease rose by 13 per cent in just one year, prompting concerns

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1 week ago Warning issued to dog owners who have any of these seven spring flowers in their garden

There are certain flowers and plants that can be toxic to your pets

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1 week ago Dog owners issued warning about fatal treat this Easter, and it's not chocolate

Easter brings with it everything sweet and a savoury, but it might all become disastrous if your dog eats a popular treat

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1 week ago I had my face ripped off by a bear. I heard the bones crushing... here's how I survived

GRAPHIC WARNING: Lee Ann Galante was with her dog in the backyard when she came face-to-face with a bear. 'I heard the bones in my face crushing... and could feel his teeth biting into my scalp.'

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2 w. ago Dog behaviourist says one breed frequently 'bites children' in warning to owners

Dog expert Will Atherton has recommended that first-time dog owners avoid three breeds in particular, as it can often go 'terribly wrong'

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2 w. ago Urgent warning over pet saliva after father of two, 49, killed by fatal reaction to dog lick

An inquest heard how Craig Jones, 49 and from Dublin, was found purple coloured and cold by his wife in December 2022 and despite being rushed to hospital died the next day.

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2 w. ago Dog expert says young families should avoid owning one breed

A dog trainer has warned there are certain breeds that young families should think twice about getting

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2 w. ago Top pharmacist warns of 'worrying' rise in one of the most painful digestive diseases, caused by weight

Deborah Grayson, who goes by the moniker 'The Godmother of Pharmacology', said there had been a rise in patients taking the jab needing organs removed due to an agonising condition.

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2 w. ago Dog owners warned over deadly condition in gardens that can kill pets

Dog owners have been warned to look out for key symptoms and take them to the vet as soon as possible

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3 w. ago Urgent symptoms warning as 18th Century 'sailor' disease on the rise

Superdrug's Pharmacy Superintendent Niamh McMillan has issued a warning

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3 w. ago Woman left bathing in her own blood as dog 'turned into grizzly wolf' without warning

Gemma Taylor was visiting a friend when their Rottweiler-Alsatian crossbreed turned on her and savaged her face, leaving her covered in her own blood and needing stitches

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3 w. ago Brave pubgoers 'stopped fatality' as American Bulldog launched frenzied attack

WARNING - GRAPHIC CONTENT: The men stepped in when they feared the dog was out of control and might attack someone - a judge has praised their heroism and nominated them for a special award

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4 w. ago Doctors worry about spring break as measles cases spread: Not ‘dealing with business

Roughly 173 million Americans are expected to take to the skies in March and April this year

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4 w. ago Warning issued to dog owners over common mistake which can cause breathing difficulties

Dog owners have been warned that whilst all breeds can be affected, 7 are more at risk

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