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Medicines regulator approves first new antibiotic for UTIs in almost 30 years

Gepotidacin, also known as Blujepa, can be used by women in the UK who suffer recurring infections, the MHRA said.

The Independent UK

Breakthrough hailed as ‘crucial’ UTI drug gets green light for NHS use

A UTI is a bladder infection, usually caused by bacteria like E.coli, and they are much more common in women

The Independent UK

Children’s supplement recalled over fears it contains prescription-only sleep drug

Parents alerted over side-effects that includes drowsiness with melatonin found in magnesium gummies

The Independent UK

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Parents urged to stop using brand of magnesium gummies for children

It comes after tests showed the presence of a prescription-only medicine that was not declared on the packaging.

Evening Standard

Parents urged to stop using brand of children’s magnesium gummies due to harmful side effects

It comes after tests showed the presence of a prescription-only medicine that was not declared on the packaging

The Independent UK

‘Life-threatening’: Thousands of bogus online pharmacies selling fake Ozempic jabs

Researchers uncover ‘dangerous’ threat of global scam operation affecting millions as health regulators warn fraudulent medications could be fatal

The Independent UK

Breakthrough drug that slows onset of type 1 diabetes set for UK release

Teplizumab can allow patients to live “normal lives” without the need for insulin injections

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Drug that slows onset of type 1 diabetes licensed for use in UK-first

The cost-effectiveness of the drug for NHS roll-out will now be assessed by the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence.

Evening Standard

Infections linked to wipes which may have been used to clean cuts

Certain wipes should be thrown in the bin, health experts have said.

Evening Standard

High street self-tests for bowel cancer and menopause may be unfit for purpose, researchers warn

There are many self-tests available to UK customers without the need for a doctor's appointment through supermarkets, pharmacies and high street shops

The Independent UK

Shop-bought health tests not always fit for purpose, researchers warn

The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency said it would look at the findings.

The Independent UK

UK health officials issue warning over cosmetic jabs after 38 botulism cases

UKHSA says dozens of poisonings linked to unlicensed Botox-like jabs have been reported across England

The Guardian - UK

Life-saving nasal spray treatment for anaphylaxis now available in UK

The first needle-free emergency treatment for anaphylaxis has been approved for use

The Independent UK

Breast surgeons see problems from procedures abroad on weekly basis, MPs told

Health officials appeared in front of the Women and Equalities Committee.

Evening Standard

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ASA cracks down on online pharmacies advertising weight loss injections

Watchdog releases nine new rulings setting clear precedents for online selling

The Independent UK

Hot flush pill for menopausal women approved for use in UK

Elinzanetant is a non-hormonal tablet which can tackle hot flushes.

Evening Standard

Hot flush pill gets green light for UK use

Elinzanetant is a non-hormonal tablet which can tackle hot flushes.

The Independent UK

Mesh victims ‘still fighting for justice’ five years on from review

Campaigners have accused governments of ‘dragging their feet’ on implementing all the recommendations set out in a report into the scandal.

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Evening Standard

Regulator warns of small risk of serious condition in people having RSV jab

Guillain-Barre syndrome is a rare but serious condition which needs urgent treatment in hospital to prevent it progressing.

The Guardian - UK

NHS manager ordered to stop selling ‘sleep drug-laced’ children’s gummies

Regulator tells Sally Westcott to pull product that allegedly has undeclared levels of prescription-only melatonin

International Business Times UK

After Ozempic, Women On Mounjaro May Be Overlooking A Serious Pancreas Problem

Women on Mounjaro may miss signs of pancreatitis. Learn the symptoms, risks, and what UK health authorities are doing to monitor GLP-1 weight loss drugs.

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‘Organ-Destroying’ Ozempic And Mounjaro Have Already Claimed 10 Lives, Experts Say

"People have been conditioned to believe you can take dr*gs for everything."

The Independent UK

Urgent health warning issued over skin-lightening beauty drip treatments

More than 300 beauty salons and clinics offer these drips, with the majority not run by doctors or nurses

Evening Standard

Watchdog warning over health risks of skin-lightening beauty trend

Known as skin whitening or brightening drips, the treatments contain the antioxidant glutathione, which has skin-lightening effects.

Evening Standard

Weight loss jabs are linked to 10 deaths caused by serious side effects, prompting new study

Data show that since the drugs were licensed there have been hundreds of cases of acute and chronic pancreatitis

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