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A respiratory virus is spreading in China. Here's why it's not the new COVID-19.

HMPV is spreading in China, but it is not a new threat like COVID-19 due to prior understanding and immunity.

Warning of deaths from icy blast as Age UK slates winter benefit cut

The impending cold snap poses serious risks for the elderly in the UK, exacerbated by limited government winter fuel support.
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There's an E. Coli Outbreak in Organic Carrots

E. coli outbreak linked to organic carrots from Grimmway Farms has resulted in 39 infections and one death.

People are seizing, being intubated after eating microdose chocolates

Consumption of Diamond Shruumz-brand Microdosing Chocolate Bars infused with mushrooms has been linked to severe illnesses, leading to hospitalizations.

Five people hospitalised in France with suspected botulism linked to pesto sauce

Five people in France developed botulism after consuming contaminated wild garlic pesto, leading to hospitalizations and a government recall.

There's an E. Coli Outbreak in Organic Carrots

E. coli outbreak linked to organic carrots from Grimmway Farms has resulted in 39 infections and one death.

People are seizing, being intubated after eating microdose chocolates

Consumption of Diamond Shruumz-brand Microdosing Chocolate Bars infused with mushrooms has been linked to severe illnesses, leading to hospitalizations.

Five people hospitalised in France with suspected botulism linked to pesto sauce

Five people in France developed botulism after consuming contaminated wild garlic pesto, leading to hospitalizations and a government recall.
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Could your cough be walking pneumonia? Here are the symptoms of the spiking bacterial illness

Walking pneumonia is a mild but contagious form of pneumonia caused by Mycoplasma pneumoniae, often misidentified due to subtle symptoms.

London swelters in hottest day of the year with 32C recorded in Heathrow

The UK experienced one of the hottest days of the year with temperatures reaching 32C, prompting health alerts regarding the impact on vulnerable populations.
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