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Parents told to look out for these symptoms in kids this week

A leading pharmacist has offered advice on the signs and symptoms

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UKHSA warning as France, Italy and others report Chikungunya virus cases

Holiday hotspots like France, Italy and Cuba have all reported locally acquired cases of the mosquito-borne illness

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Nicotine pouches packaged like kid's sweets sold in Glasgow shop

An undercover reporter was able to buy nicotine pouches which can be up to 'ten times the strength of cigarettes'

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Snoring Scots and their sleep-deprived partners offered new treatment from dentists

A new scheme launched this month is allowing selected dental practices to treat noisy sleepers.

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Five common signs of colon cancer that are easy to miss and often ignored

Around 4,000 Scots are diagnosed with colorectal cancer each year, but its symptoms are often not picked up on

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What is chikungunya virus as China introduces Covid-like restrictions?

China has reported 7,000 cases of the disease so far.

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Doctors issue alert for Mounjaro users as popular summer drink could derail weight loss

People using Mounjaro for shedding pounds may need to reconsider that holiday tipple this summer

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NHS warns serious virus 'rampant in Australia' is coming to UK as cases surge

The NHS has warned that people should be on the lookout for a serious virus with the most vulnerable getting vaccinations

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NHS warns of life-threatening condition that many unknowingly have

At-home testing for the condition is available at home through the NHS.

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Drinking three cups of coffee day could protect against cognitive decline, new study finds

A new study found coffee and tea consumption is linked to declines in memory and reasoning in people over 60

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Expert names five signs of autism 'often' seen in women and girls

An autism assessor has shared the most common signs he sees in women and girls - including people pleasing and avoiding social interaction

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The Who frontman Sir Roger Daltrey admits he's 'not going to be here much longer’ in health update

Legendary rocker suffering from some health issues - including 'incurable' degenerative problem with eyes

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Oasis fans hit with Covid 'superspreader' warning ahead of Murrayfield gigs

Experts are urging pandemic-style precautions ahead of the Edinburgh leg of Oasis' hotly-anticipated tour

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'My dog knew something was wrong and saved my life - now I have to say goodbye'

Jeannette Godsell will be forever grateful to the actions of 15-month-old cocker spaniel Watson that day

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What is Lyme disease as Justin Timberlake confirms diagnosis of 'debilitating' condition?

The former NSYNC star took to social media to share his diagnosis with fans after finishing up is recent tour.

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Dad's holiday to Greece turns to nightmare as desperate family make plea

Alan Kirby had flown to the holiday hotspot with his family on Thursday, July 3, but soon became unwell and was shocked to learn he may have cancer.

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Tesco recalls popular beauty and skincare product over nasty infection risk

The item could contain bacterium linked to respiratory diseases, urinary tract infections, eye infections, and even sepsis

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Lung cancer warning as one food type linked to higher chance of deadly disease - even in non-smokers

Lung cancer is the most common cancer in Scotland

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NHS warns 'call 999' if you spot this hot weather red flag on skin

The NHS has issued a warning to Brits, urging them to "call 999 now" if they spot a hot weather symptom on the skin

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'I have the same condition as Ella Henderson and you need to know this'

The condition can take up to a decade to diagnose - yet people are being told it's in their head

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How GPs can help ensure at-home cervical cancer tests are actually used

DIY smear tests are set to be sent to women from January in a bid to increase the number of people getting cervical screenings.

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UKHSA issues warning over deadly disease 'without symptoms'

The UK Health Security Agency is urging people to undergo a test for a potentially deadly disease - but you may not even know you have it

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Spanish holiday destination under investigation after eight people struck down by food poisoning

The Canary Islands have issued an alert saying eight people have been struck down by food poisoning in the popular Spanish holiday destination

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Brits urged to 'know the signs' of potentially 'life-threatening' summer illness

Data shows that older people are most vulnerable to this infection, which can be dangerous.

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Mum raped by best friend's husband as children slept upstairs

Sarah Glen, 39, was raped by evil David Devine, 44, at his home in Busby, East Renfrewshire, in December 2022.

Teen girl charged after reportedly seen with bladed weapon on Scots street

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Police Scotland were called to the incident in Dundee on Saturday.

Son who collapsed in seizure on street offered 'remote consultation' instead of ambulance

Martin Logan accused the Scottish Ambulance Service call handler of 'just reading off a menu' after his son Gregor hit his head when having a tonic-clonic seizure.

Scotland to be battered by '590-mile wall of rain' as Hurricane Erin draws in

Scots are being told to say goodbye to their summer clothes as the last week of August is set be a washout.

Courts Toddler dies after being pushed non-stop on swing for 44 hours by his own mum WARNING: DISTRESSING CONTENT Romechia Simms was 24-years-old when her schizophrenia pushed her to a deadly extreme

'I was 14 when I was forced to marry my 19-year-old cousin and live in a polyamorous cult'

Elissa Wall was just 14 when she was forced to marry her 19-year-old cousin in a ceremony conducted by the notorious Warren Jeffs, the leader of the Fundamentalist Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints

Beat the Street returns for six weeks to Rutherglen and Cambuslang

The aim of the free game is to score points and win prizes for walking, running, cycling and scooting as far as possible.

Five police detectives arrested in 'worst scandal' since Wayne Couzens case

The alleged plot to suppress a complaint of sexual assault by a policewoman against a senior officer is said to be the 'worst scandal' since the Wayne Couzens case

Key member of notorious hacking gang 'led by young Scots cyber criminal' jailed for 10 years

US prosecutors claim Noah Urban was working with Tyler Buchanan, from Dundee, and others when he stole cryptocurrency in one of the most sophisticated hacking scams the country has seen.

Amazon Amazon's 'time saver' robot vacuum hailed a 'game changer' and now 63% off The Lefant M210P Robot Vacuum Cleaner has been reduced by £150, with shoppers saying it 'far exceeded' their expectations

Everyone with a Gmail account issued 'red alert' over new AI scam

Tech experts have explained how a new sophisticated scam using artificial intelligence is targeting 1.8billion Gmail accounts using Google's own AI model, Gemini

Lego Game Boy unveiled with pre-orders now live - but some point out 'disappointing' flaw

Fans have reacted excitedly to the drop but others have pointed out an aspect of the Game Boy that "stinks"

The Scottish island village with 'dramatic landscapes' where Donald Trump’s mum was born

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US President Donald Trump will visit Scotland later this month, returning to his mother's homeland.

Mum raped by best friend's husband as children slept upstairs

Sarah Glen, 39, was raped by evil David Devine, 44, at his home in Busby, East Renfrewshire, in December 2022.

Celtic FC Marcelo Saracchi to sign for Celtic as exact transfer details revealed amid unexpected Boca call The 27-year-old Uruguayan is bound for Glasgow after an agreement was reached for his services

Toddler dies after being pushed non-stop on swing for 44 hours by his own mum

WARNING: DISTRESSING CONTENT Romechia Simms was 24-years-old when her schizophrenia pushed her to a deadly extreme

'I was 14 when I was forced to marry my 19-year-old cousin and live in a polyamorous cult'

Elissa Wall was just 14 when she was forced to marry her 19-year-old cousin in a ceremony conducted by the notorious Warren Jeffs, the leader of the Fundamentalist Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints

Beat the Street returns for six weeks to Rutherglen and Cambuslang

The aim of the free game is to score points and win prizes for walking, running, cycling and scooting as far as possible.

Unseen Aaron Hickey summit before Scotland recall revealed after Brentford injury hell

The full-back has been sidelined for almost two years but has returned to the international set-up