As summer winds down following what the Met Office has tentatively declared the hottest UK summer on record, the risk of wasp and bee stings remains. Though September has seen wet weather across many areas, insect stings are …
Starting this autumn, high-street pharmacies across England will provide free seven-minute cholesterol tests as part of a nationwide effort to reduce deaths from heart disease and strokes. The simple pin-prick test will …
Residents of Sudmeadow Road in Gloucester have expressed growing frustration over the ongoing issue of fly-tipping in their street. Hempsted local Roger Critchley raised concerns earlier this month after discovering dumped …
Recent studies indicate a significant rise in gout cases, particularly among younger individuals aged 10 to 24, with a more than 20% increase documented over recent decades. Projections suggest that global gout cases could …
The NHS has issued a clear warning urging anyone experiencing certain chest pain symptoms to call 999 immediately, rather than dismissing the signs. This advice is particularly emphasised for individuals with costochondritis, …
The Valley Playing Field in Chalford, near Stroud, is set to reopen on 28 August following a comprehensive investigation into concerns about asbestos contamination. The field was closed in July last year after sightings of …
One of Gloucestershire’s most notorious illegal waste sites, located at Severnside Farm on the outskirts of Gloucester, is now subject to a court order banning any further waste dumping. The Environment Agency successfully …
A significant wildfire currently burning in South Wales has caused smoke to drift into neighbouring Gloucestershire, affecting air quality in the area. Residents in Gloucestershire have been advised by local authorities to …
A Gloucester shop owner has been ordered to pay more than £5,000 after being found guilty of selling illegal disposable vapes. Jamal Safarkhani, 47, of Park End Road, faced trial at Cheltenham Magistrates’ Court on 3 August, …
A recent study has revealed a significant increase in the number of expectant mothers diagnosed with gestational diabetes in England, with one in eight mothers now affected by the condition. Gestational diabetes arises during …
A recent study conducted in the United Kingdom has found that limiting sugar intake before the age of two is associated with a significantly reduced risk of developing dementia later in life. The research analysed data from …
A comprehensive new study from the UK suggests that limiting sugar intake before the age of two may be associated with a significantly reduced risk of developing dementia later in life. The research, which involved analysis …
Limiting sugar intake before the age of two is associated with a significantly lower risk of developing dementia later in life, according to new research. The UK-based study, which analysed data from nearly 65,000 …
The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has urged the public not to use antibiotics to treat colds or flu. Antibiotics are ineffective against viral infections, including the common cold and influenza, as they only target …
Pupils at Filton Avenue Primary School in Bristol have taken on the roles of doctors and patients to create a series of adorable yet informative health videos in collaboration with North Bristol NHS Trust. Year One and Year …