Sunbed Crackdown: Labour Bans Unsupervised Youth Use
The Labour government unveils plans to ban unsupervised sunbed use by young people as part of its National Cancer Plan, with new rules potentially enforced by 2027.
Category : Public Health
Birmingham Cafe Fined for Mouse Droppings and Hygiene Failures
A popular Birmingham cafe has been fined nearly £3,000 after environmental health officers discovered mouse droppings and dirty conditions during an inspection.
String Test: A Simple Alternative to BMI for Health
Former GP Dr Clare Mosley and her son Jack demonstrate the string test, a practical method to assess metabolic health by measuring waist-to-height ratio, offering insights beyond traditional BMI calculations.
NHS Greater Manchester's Winter Health Guide: Expert Tips
NHS staff across Greater Manchester share practical winter health advice, including prescription management, mental health support, and community care tips to reduce pressure on services.
Aptamil Baby Formula Recalled at Boots Over Toxin
A batch of Aptamil First Infant Formula sold in Boots has been urgently recalled after detection of harmful cereulide toxin. Parents advised to return products immediately.
Chikungunya Warning for UK Holidaymakers Returning Abroad
The UK Health Security Agency warns of a sharp rise in chikungunya cases among travellers returning from countries like Thailand, Brazil, and India, with symptoms including severe joint pain.
NHS Warns of Four Signs of Too Much Iron
The NHS highlights four specific symptoms that may indicate excessive iron intake, outlines daily allowances, and advises on safe supplementation and dietary sources.
Shingles Alert: 50 UK Deaths a Year, Midlands Warning
The UKHSA has issued a warning to Midlands households about shingles, a painful illness that claims around 50 lives annually in the UK. Learn symptoms, risks, and vaccine details.
Free Health Check-Up Event in Port Talbot by Care Safe
Care Safe, a tech-enabled home healthcare provider, is hosting a free community health check-up event at Aberavon Rugby Club in Port Talbot on January 31, 2026, offering basic health screenings to local residents.
Woman on Benefits Crowdfunds £9,500 for Breast Reduction
Mary Rich, a woman receiving DWP benefits, has launched a GoFundMe campaign to raise £9,500 for breast reduction surgery after years of chronic pain and NHS treatment limitations.
Benefits Claimant Seeks Surgery for 34GG Breast Condition
Mary Rich, 36, receives £1,300 monthly DWP benefits as her 34GG breasts cause severe pain, preventing work. She's crowdfunding £9,500 for reduction surgery after NHS policy changes.
Zero-Star Hygiene Ratings in Birmingham
Dozens of Birmingham takeaways, restaurants, and shops have received the worst-possible zero-star hygiene ratings in recent inspections, indicating serious health and safety concerns.
Toddler's River Death Ruled Accidental by Devon Coroner
A two-year-old girl drowned in a shallow Devon river while unsupervised. The coroner has concluded her death was accidental, highlighting water dangers for young children.
Glaucoma Crisis: 1.1 Million Brits at Risk of Silent Blindness
New research reveals glaucoma affects 1.1 million UK adults, with cases predicted to surge 60% by 2060. Experts warn half remain undiagnosed until permanent damage occurs.
Chip Shop Owner Sentenced Over Hygiene Failings
A Birmingham fish and chip shop owner has been fined £8,000 and given a suspended sentence after inspectors found a toilet opening directly into a food handling area.
Coroner's Warning After Newborn Death Involving Doula
A coroner has issued a warning about childbirth safety after a newborn baby died at 15 days old, highlighting concerns over doula involvement during a home birth.
Norovirus Cases Surge 47%: UKHSA Issues Health Alert
The UK Health Security Agency warns of a sharp rise in norovirus cases, urging the public to recognise six key symptoms and follow strict 48-hour isolation rules.
Attendance Allowance: Guide to Tax-Free Benefit for Elderly
Attendance Allowance is a non-means-tested, tax-free benefit for those over State Pension age needing personal care support. This guide covers eligibility, payment rates, and application tips.
Free Health Check-Ups at Aberavon Rugby Club by Care Safe
Care Safe is hosting a free community health check-up event at Aberavon Rugby Club in Port Talbot, offering basic health checks and wellbeing support to local residents on January 31, 2026.
Man Found Dead at Smestow Academy in Wolverhampton
A 45-year-old man was found with injuries at Smestow Academy in Wolverhampton and pronounced dead at the scene. Police are investigating the unexplained death.
Mobile Cervical Screening Unit Boosts Birmingham Health
A new mobile cervical screening service is touring Birmingham neighbourhoods to increase cancer prevention rates. The NHS initiative offers flexible appointments during Cervical Cancer Prevention Week.
Ex-Birmingham Doctor in Court for 45 Sexual Offences
Nathaniel John Spencer, 38, from Quinton, appears at North Staffordshire Justice Centre charged with 45 sexual offences against 38 victims, including 22 children.
Grit Bin Cuts Linked to Surge in Winter Slip Injuries
Dudley councillors hear hospital consultants report unprecedented slip injuries during cold snap, with concerns raised about council grit bin removal policy.
Lucy Letby: No Further Charges After CPS Review
The Crown Prosecution Service has announced that killer nurse Lucy Letby will not face additional charges for alleged baby murders and attempted murders, citing insufficient evidence.
£187 DWP Weekly Payment for 178 Health Conditions
UK households with long-term physical or mental health conditions may qualify for up to £187 weekly via Personal Independence Payment (PIP). The DWP lists 178 eligible conditions, offering vital financial support.
Inquest Opens for Woman Found on Beach After Christmas Disappearance
The inquest into the death of Candice Watts, 40, from Horncastle, has been opened after her body was discovered on South Parade Beach eight days after she went missing before Christmas.
Sydney Shark Attack: Boy's Family Gives Devastating Update
The family of 12-year-old Nico Antic, attacked by a suspected bull shark at Shark Beach in Sydney Harbour, reveal he remains in a coma with an unresponsive brain following emergency surgery.
Birmingham shop fined £24k over pests in crisps
A Handsworth supermarket must pay nearly £24,000 after environmental health officers discovered a live mouse and cockroaches in the crisps section. Read the full court report.
Chocolate recall over undeclared nuts allergy risk
A popular chocolate product has been urgently pulled from UK supermarket shelves due to an undeclared nut allergy risk. Find out the batch codes and what to do if you've bought it.
TV Doctor: Stay Home at First Sign of a Cold
TV doctor Amir Khan urges workers to stay home at the first sign of a cold, revealing you're most contagious before symptoms appear. His NHS-backed advice aims to curb office virus spread.
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