Category : Public Health


Grandmother Dies from Rabies After Dog Scratch in Morocco

A 59-year-old grandmother died from rabies four months after being scratched by a stray dog during a family holiday in Morocco, an inquest has heard. Yvonne Ford cleaned the wound with a wet wipe and did not seek medical treatment initially.

Shein Recalls Sand Product Due to Asbestos Health Risk

Shein customers are urged to stop using a multi-colour quartz sand product immediately due to asbestos contamination. The Office for Product Safety and Standards warns of serious health risks and provides disposal instructions.

MPs Demand BBL Ban After Birmingham Mum's Death

A parliamentary committee calls for an immediate ban on dangerous Brazilian butt lift procedures following the death of Birmingham mother Tryce Harry, highlighting unregulated 'wild west' industry practices.

NHS Fraud Duo Avoid Jail After £60k Scam

A former paramedic and recruitment consultant have received suspended sentences for defrauding the NHS of over £60,000 through falsified timesheets, following an investigation by the NHS Counter Fraud Authority.

Tesco Recalls Grape and Berry Medley Over Salmonella

Tesco has urgently recalled specific packs of its Grape and Berry Medley after detecting Salmonella contamination. Customers are advised to check for affected items with 'use by' dates of February 16 or 17, 2026, and return them for a full refund.

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