Scots urged to wear a face mask when outside if they have these 3 symptoms
During the colder months it is easier for the flu and viruses to spread, leaving the vulnerable at…
Why doctors fear this winter’s flu crisis will be the worst in years
An aggressive strain of flu causing record-breaking cases in Australia has been an early warning sign for the…
NHS warning as paracetamol should not be combined with these meds
Paracetamol is a common painkiller used to treat a variety of aches and pains – but there are…
‘I was prescribed co-codamol for a toothache and ended up taking 48 a day’
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NHS explains exact rules before taking Disprol, Hedex and Panadol
The NHS advises that several key groups of people should take steps before taking this medicationA female customer…
Brands withdraw vitamins D, A, B6 and Zinc in new health warning
A new investigation has prompted retailers to pull a number of products over health fearsNeil Shaw Assistant Editor…
Brits urged to ‘book’ one vaccine in crucial UKHSA and NHS warning
You can use the NHS app to verify if you are eligible for vaccinationsThe vaccinations are designed to…
One common medication that pharmacist says ‘isn’t much better than a placebo’
A pharmacist has shared which over-the-counter mediciation she would ‘never buy’.A pharmacist has shared the one common medicine…
‘It’s what my family has used for generations’ – The Irish Times
When you have … a hacking coughHydrate with teas For Dr Ricardo José, consultant in respiratory medicine, hydration…
UKHSA says ‘wear a mask’ as four illnesses spread across country
A number of nasty illnesses are doing the rounds 13:08, 21 Oct 2025Updated 14:56, 21 Oct 2025 Covid…
Doctor urges five groups of people to get their NHS flu jab now
Experts have urged people to get their flu jabs as soon as possible 12:46, 13 Oct 2025Updated 12:47,…
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:…