NHS Issues Urgent Warning for Statin Users in the UK Thursday, December 11, 2025 nhs statins cholesterol sideeffects heartdisease allergy medication atorvastatin caution health The NHS has issued a crucial warning for millions of people in the UK who take statins, a common medication prescribed to reduce levels of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol, often called “bad cholesterol.” … Read More
River Wye Secures Rights in New Six-Point Charter Thursday, December 11, 2025 riverwye charter environment rights pollution conservation herefordshire community wildlife sustainability The River Wye, a treasured but troubled waterway, has been granted formal rights through a newly adopted six-point charter. This initiative, backed by Herefordshire county councillors, seeks to safeguard the river’s health … Read More
Gloucestershire Life Expectancy Map Highlights Regional Disparities for Newborns Thursday, December 11, 2025 gloucestershire lifeexpectancy healthdisparities ons demographics cotswold tewkesbury gloucester ukstatistics publichealth Recent figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) reveal significant variations in life expectancy across Gloucestershire, underscoring notable disparities between different districts. For babies born between 2022 … Read More
Fears Mount Over Damage to England’s Prettiest Street Amid Years of Disruption Thursday, December 11, 2025 bibury cotswolds arlingtonrow construction heritage disruption listedbuilding planning conservation community Residents of Bibury, a charming village in the Cotswolds home to the famous Arlington Row—hailed as England’s prettiest street—are expressing deep concerns that years of ongoing construction are seriously damaging their … Read More
Emergency Surgery Highlights Dangers of Feeding Dogs Pig’s Trotters Thursday, December 11, 2025 dog surgery veterinary pigstrotter health warnings treats esophagus emergency gloucester A veterinary practice in Gloucester is urging dog owners to exercise caution when selecting treats after a seven-year-old Springer Spaniel, Humphrey, required emergency surgery to remove a pig’s trotter lodged in his throat. … Read More
'Domino effect' ignites hope for Five Acres leisure centre as artificial football pitch gets approval Thursday, December 11, 2025 fiveacres leisure development football council regeneration community infrastructure sports pitches sport Excitement is building around the Five Acres leisure centre redevelopment after Forest of Dean District Council approved plans for a new artificial grass football and rugby pitch, complete with floodlighting, fencing, and … Read More