GP warns paracetamol and ibuprofen can cause ulcers, liver and kidney damage if misused
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Doncaster medical leader urges patients to follow dosing guidance and consult clinicians before regular use of common over-the-counter painkillers
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Nearly 100 motorists a day caught drink-driving in Britain over last three years, analysis shows
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DVLA data obtained by road safety charity show 108,000 drink-drive licence endorsements from 2022–2024; campaigners call for a shift in mindset as government reports suggest tighter limits may be planned
Common foodborne E. coli linked to higher colorectal cancer risk in patients with hereditary polyps
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Japanese study finds colibactin-producing E. coli in polyps of Familial Adenomatous Polyposis patients associated with more DNA damage, inflammation and a threefold increase in cancer diagnosis
Man who lost nine stone abroad undergoes major surgery to remove excess skin
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After radical stomach surgery in Turkey and rapid weight loss, Tariq Wright said reconstructive operations that he described as 'sawing the body in half' restored his confidence
Chefs and nutritionist offer simple, time-saving tips for healthier school lunches
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Bento-style boxes, wholegrain swaps and batch prep can make packed lunches more nutritious and easier for busy families as UK schools reopen
A&E consultant warns against dismissing heartburn after patient’s fatal oesophageal cancer
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Prof. Rob Galloway recounts a case in which long-standing reflux and delayed endoscopy preceded an inoperable tumour, and urges that persistent reflux and swallowing problems be investigated promptly
Undisclosed Cannabis Use May Increase Risk of Waking During Surgery, Doctors Warn
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Anesthesiologists say regular marijuana use can speed drug metabolism and blunt sedative effects; patients are urged to disclose cannabis and smoking habits before procedures.
Legal experts weigh who would be the 'mother' if conjoined twins Abby and Brittany Hensel have a baby
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After the Minnesota sisters were photographed with an infant, attorneys say parentage could be decided by birth records, genetic testing and state law — and may require court action
Study Links Later Breakfast Times to Higher 10-Year Mortality Risk
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Government-funded cohort study finds delaying the first meal of the day is associated with depression, fatigue and oral health problems; researchers point to circadian disruption as a possible pathway.