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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

Fresh botulism warning from health chiefs after Botox reactions

New cases in the East Midlands and east of England are not thought to be linked to cases reported in the North East in June.

Evening Standard

What is botulism? Symptoms to look out for after warning issued over fake Botox

Health chiefs have urged people to be aware of the signs of the rare illness

The Independent UK

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Warning over ‘contaminated’ tomatoes sold across UK

Seven outbreaks of Salmonella were reported to national surveillance in 2024

The Independent UK

Many UTI hospital admissions could be prevented, according to experts

Data also shows hospital trips for urinary tract infections cost NHS hospitals more than £600 million in 2023/24.

Evening Standard

Measles death shows nation must ‘redouble’ vaccine efforts, Streeting says

The Health Secretary said ‘no child in this country should be dying of measles’.

Evening Standard

Child in Liverpool dies after contracting measles, reports claim

The Alder Hey Children’s NHS Foundation Trust has treated 17 children for measles since June

The Independent UK

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Mapped: Is there a hosepipe ban in my area and what restrictions are in place?

Regions across England have been hit with hosepipe bans

The Independent UK

Heat health alerts and hosepipe bans across England as third heatwave takes hold

UKHSA warning came into effect at noon on Friday as temperatures predicted to reach 33C over weekend

The Guardian - UK

Here’s how to avoid Salmonella as cases in England reach ten-year high

ANALYSIS: Salmonella is a species of bacteria that is one of the most common causes of foodborne illnesses globally

The Independent UK

New Covid strain spreads across UK with unique symptom

The XFG and XFG.3 variants currently account for around 30 percent of Covid-19 cases in England

The Independent UK

Salmonella cases are at ten-year high in England – here’s what you can do to keep yourself safe

Salmonella cases in England are the highest they’ve been in a decade, according to recent UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) data. There was a 17% increase in cases observed from 2023 to 2024 – culminating in 10,388 detected infections last year. Children and older adults accounted for around a fifth…

The Conversation

Scotch eggs recalled by major food brand over salmonella fears

Two products will be withdrawn from supermarket shelves after routine safety tests revealed salmonella contamination

The Independent UK

More hot and humid conditions in south and east after temperature tops 33C

It comes after the UK Health Security Agency extended amber heat health alerts for much of the country into Wednesday morning.

Evening Standard

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The Independent UK

Six ‘stubborn’ barriers stopping parents from vaccinating their children

The uptake of vaccines in the UK has stalled over the last decade and is, in many cases, declining

The Independent UK

‘Stubborn’ barriers prevent parents from vaccinating their children – report

Uptake of vaccines in the UK has stalled over the last decade and is, in many cases, declining.

Evening Standard

Amber heat health alerts extended as June ends with one of its hottest days ever

Scientists warned heatwaves are becoming more frequent with climate change – and hot spells earlier in the summer are particularly dangerous.

Evening Standard

Heatwave grips London as temperatures soar towards 30C for second day and health alert issued

High temperatures have led commuters to report stuffy conditions across the Tube network

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The Independent UK

Carrie Johnson admitted to hospital amid ‘brutal’ week

Her experience has sparked a warning to breastfeeding parents

Evening Standard

Carrie Johnson warns mothers about dehydration from hospital bed

Mrs Johnson, the wife of former prime minister Boris Johnson, gave birth to her fourth child in May.

Evening Standard

Forecasters predict heatwave for parts of UK with temperatures to hit 30C

The UK Health Security Agency and the Met Office have issued an amber heat-health alert for several regions across England.

Evening Standard

Amber heat health alert to come into force as 30C temperatures forecast

The alert, which covers most of southern England, starts at midday on Friday and will last until 6pm on Tuesday.

The Guardian - UK

Heat alerts issued for most of England as temperatures above 30C forecast again

UKHSA amber and yellow alerts due to come into force at midday on Friday until Tuesday evening

The National (Scotland)

Urgent UK Government health warning issued as Salmonella cases linked to cheese

People can die from Salmonella via dehydration or if the bacteria enters the bloodstream, which can lead to sepsis — a life-threatening reaction

Evening Standard

New salmonella warning as infections hit highest level in a decade

Children, the elderly and people with weakened immune systems are particularly vulnerable to the bug.

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