New alert to anyone taking sertraline, amitriptyline, citalopram or maprotiline
Research has linked antidepressants to changes in heart rate, blood pressure and weight – with some ‘instantly’ gaining…
Heard the one about how many fat-salaried NHS managers it takes to change a lightbulb? (The punchline’s no joke… I should know, I’m a very angry A&E doctor)
Not long ago, I proposed creating a quiet room for patients with learning disabilities and autism in the…
Stroud woman survived cancer but life changed after doctors prescribed painkillers
Stevie Davis was prescribed opioid co-codamol, an effective painkiller, but one that can result in dependence, and this…
NHS issues ‘do not mix’ alert when taking ibuprofen for pain
The NHS has claimed the mixture could lead to a bleeding riskIbuprofen comes in a variety of forms(Image:…
Life living with eczema as George, 25, left looking like this
He’s travelled the world for treatmentGeorge Palmer’s skin whilst suffering from steroid cream withdrawal symptons A man has…
NHS ‘black poo’ ibuprofen warning and when to call 999
Ibuprofen can cause a range of side effects, some of which may necessitate an urgent hospital visitIbuprofen can…
People taking ibuprofen urged to call 111 with ‘black poo’ symptom
Ibuprofen is one of the most commonly found painkillers on supermarket shelves and pharmacies across the country Kieran…
‘I lost two years after GP prescribed oxycodone for the pain of a 70mph crash’
Louise was left with at least 15 medical conditions and serious injuries, and says the painkiller she was…
NHS issues ‘avoid herb’ alert to anyone who is taking citalopram
The commonly prescribed antidepressant has some side effects that are made worse with this cocktailThe NHS prescribes the…
Why Jeremy Clarkson changed his mind about the NHS | World News
For a man who’s made a career out of roaring engines and roaring opinions, Jeremy Clarkson has always…
People taking citalopram urged to read NHS alert
People taking one of the UK’s most commonly prescribed antidepressants have been issued an alert about its potential…
Metformin NHS warning issued to everyone taking pill for diabetes
The commonly prescribed drug is regularly dispensed to patients tackling type 2 diabetes 11:31, 15 Oct 2025Updated 11:31,…