The UK's medicines regulator has seized £250,000 of unlicensed weight-loss drugs in a Northampton raid. Experts warn against buying jabs from social media due to serious health risks from counterfeits.
The UK faces a sharp temperature drop from New Year's Day, with snow alerts for Scotland and amber cold health warnings issued for northern England. Forecasters warn of dangerous travel conditions and significant health impacts.
The Met Office warns of heavy snow and ice for Scotland, with an amber cold health alert for northern England. Temperatures to plummet, posing serious risks to vulnerable populations.
Severe flooding hits Spain's east coast, leaving one dead and forcing dramatic rescues. Emergency services use dinghies to save vulnerable residents, including a 90-year-old couple. Read the latest updates.
The UKHSA issues an amber cold health alert as temperatures are forecast to plummet below freezing from New Year's Day, posing serious health risks. Learn how to stay safe.
A yellow cold health alert is in force for London as temperatures are forecast to plummet after New Year's Day 2026, posing serious risks to vulnerable residents. Learn how to stay safe.
The UKHSA has issued amber cold health alerts for northern England, warning of a potential rise in deaths among vulnerable people as temperatures drop severely overnight. Check on neighbours.
Italy's Mount Etna volcano erupted on Saturday, spewing lava and ash. A red aviation alert was issued, but Catania airport flights continue. Read the latest updates.
Devon and Cornwall Police warn against sea swimming as two men remain missing and a UKHSA cold health alert stays active for Boxing Day. Stay safe and check official advice.
Swimmers in Falmouth braved strong winds for a traditional Christmas Day dip. The Met Office issued yellow warnings for wind and cold, ruling out a white Christmas for the UK mainland. Read the full forecast.
The UK faces disruptive 55-65mph winds and a three-day cold weather health alert on Christmas Day, with travel and power cuts expected. Stay informed and safe.
A yellow cold health alert and severe wind warnings have been issued for parts of the UK on Christmas Day, leading to event cancellations and travel disruption. Stay informed and check your journey.
The Met Office forecasts a dry but cold Christmas Day, with a yellow cold health alert warning of increased risks for vulnerable people. Get the latest travel and weather details.
Commuters were evacuated from London Victoria station on Friday morning following a fire alert. The major transport hub was closed as emergency services responded. Read for live updates.
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol urges inclusion of hair loss treatment in national health insurance, citing mental health impact and high costs. Could this set a global precedent?
A major security alert at the Houses of Parliament was triggered by a box of undelivered Christmas cards for minister Miatta Fahnbulleh. Bomb disposal robots were deployed before the all-clear was given.
Flu admissions in England have surged by 18% to a record high for the season, with the NHS on 'high alert' as industrial action continues. Health chiefs urge the public to seek care when needed.
A major security alert near Parliament was triggered by a box of Christmas cards, causing widespread disruption. Read the full details of the incident and police response.
A box of unsent Christmas cards from MP Miatta Fahnbulleh triggered a major security alert at Parliament, deploying a bomb disposal robot and shutting down the area. Read the full story.
Lingerie and health experts advise owning just 9-10 pairs of everyday underwear, replacing them every 6-12 months for optimal intimate health. Learn why less is more.
A new study reveals a dramatic 46% increase in heart attacks and a 218% rise in blood abnormalities after the Palisades and Eaton fires, matching the worst Covid years. Discover the alarming health impacts.
Martin Ready, who believed he was 'evil Jesus', plotted to kill a prosecutor on the dark web. A judge has ordered his indefinite detention in a secure mental health facility. Read the full story.
The WHO reports an intense, early flu season across Europe, driven by a new strain. Vaccination is urged to lower severe illness risk as healthcare systems face pressure.
Academics warn the NHS faces a severe winter unless it adopts pandemic-era measures like better vaccine access, sick pay, and ventilation to curb flu spread.
The UK's Food Standards Agency warns consumers with allergies to avoid Dubai-style chocolate after finding undeclared peanut and sesame. Read the full safety alert.
A listener's question sparks a deep dive into the complex science of sugar versus artificial sweeteners. Experts from Anglia Ruskin and Washington universities weigh in on the health debate.
Experts warn over-reliance on AI for youth mental health could spark a public health crisis. Urgent government action is needed to expand the human workforce.
MP Alex Sobel reveals a shocking 14-year life expectancy divide in his Leeds constituency, urging a new government strategy to tackle health inequalities through prevention and cross-departmental targets.
A false alarm for a 5.9-magnitude quake buzzed phones in Nevada and California. Seismologists say it's a first for the automated system, blaming 'noisy triggers'.
The Met Office warns of freezing fog across SE England, with visibility below 100m threatening flight cancellations at Gatwick Airport. Check travel updates.