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Nearly 40,000 Clear Eyes bottles recalled nationwide over sterility concerns

Prestige Brand Holdings has recalled 39,060 bottles of Clear Eyes Maximum Itchy Eye Relief eye drops due to sterility concerns. The Class II recall covers lot code 2552A with expiration 30 September 2027, distributed nationwide to major retailers. Consumers should stop use and seek refunds.

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Which Supermarket Ketchup Reigns Supreme? We Tested 10 Brands

We tested ten supermarket ketchups to find the best overall, best value, and how they compare. Rubies in the Rubble wins top marks, while budget options prove surprisingly competitive. Independent testing confirms supermarket own-brands can match premium brands at a fraction of the cost.

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The Autism Spectrum Debate: Redefining a Diagnosis That Divides

A fierce debate over autism's definition has divided researchers, clinicians, and autistic people themselves. Professor Dame Uta Frith argues the spectrum has become too broad, while critics warn her views threaten support for vulnerable people. Government data shows diagnosis has surged while pr...

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Vulnerable groups warned to avoid runny eggs at restaurants amid salmonella outbreak

The Food Standards Agency warns vulnerable groups—including young children, pregnant women, the elderly and those with health conditions—to avoid runny eggs when eating out due to an ongoing salmonella outbreak affecting 207 people across the UK.

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Dog owners warned after suspected palm oil discovered on Wirral beach

Dog owners have been warned to keep their pets away from suspected palm oil that has washed up on Egremont beach in Wirral. The toxic substance can prove fatal if ingested by dogs attracted to its smell.

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Scotland's NHS Prioritises Reputation Over Patient Safety, Officials Warn

Senior health officials claim Scotland's NHS prioritises institutional reputation over patient safety, with systematic cover-ups and dismissal of clinicians raising concerns. The allegations follow a scientist's disclosure that his 15-year safety warnings about Glasgow's super-hospital went unans...

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Tavneos autoimmune drug recalled across Ireland following safety review

Tavneos, a drug for rare autoimmune diseases, has been recalled from Ireland following a European Medicines Agency recommendation to revoke its market authorisation. About 60 Irish patients had received the treatment before the decision.

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Affordable Wellness: Budget-Friendly Ways to Boost Your Health Today

Wellness does not require expensive memberships or luxury retreats. From free community yoga meetups to gardening and outdoor running, discover accessible ways to improve your physical and mental health without significant spending.

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Robot Teme Trialled at NHS GP Practice to Speed Up Patient Health Checks

A trial at a Dundee GP practice tested Teme, a 3-foot robot that conducts preliminary health checks before patients see their doctor. The robot reduced consultation time by 50%, though privacy concerns emerged during the pilot. Experts say wider adoption requires national strategy and investment.

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Trevor Nelson Says Brain Tumour Surgery Went 'Incredibly Well'

Trevor Nelson has revealed he underwent surgery for a brain tumour after stepping away from broadcasting, saying the operation went 'incredibly well' and that he now feels ready to return to work.

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Reform Scotland Leader Malcolm Offord Reveals Prostate Cancer Diagnosis and Successful Surgery

Reform UK's Scottish leader Malcolm Offord says he was diagnosed with prostate cancer on election day, 7 May 2026, and has since had successful surgery, urging men to get checked.

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Bluetongue Outbreak Spreads to Six Farms in South Scotland, Triggering Movement Curbs

Scotland has tightened animal movement rules in Dumfries and Galloway after bluetongue virus was confirmed on six farms, with officials citing windborne midges from England as the likely cause.

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