NHS error could be to blame for up to 270 deaths
It’s estimated that between 135 and 270 in the UK may of died or had their lives shortened because of an error involving NHS computer […]
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FDA scientists report finding high levels glyphosate in food samples
The commonly used weedkiller glyphosate has been subject to a great deal of scrutiny in recent years. Although the evidence is inconclusive, some scientists have […]
Fears that supermarket merger could damage competition and result in job losses
Recent news of the proposed merger between the two of the UK’s largest supermarkets has led to calls for an investigation. Talks between Sainsbury’s, the […]
Competition watchdog warns that energy company merger could increase prices for consumers
The planned merger of two of the UK’s biggest energy companies, Npower and SSE, is under new scrutiny following a statement from the competition watchdog […]
Treasury pledges extra funding in crackdown on loan sharks
It’s estimated that 300,000 households in the UK are currently in debt with loan sharks. These lenders aren’t regulated, and commonly use tactics like intimidation […]
FDA to re-evaluate the safety of Nuplazid
The FDA have announced that they will be re-assessing the safety of the drug Nuplazid. Nuplazid is currently the only drug that has been approved […]
Licensing laws of the drug valproate to be changed in the UK
In order to “protect public health”, the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has announced that it will be making changes to the licensing […]
CDC extends warning to consumers for e-coli outbreak
The CDC has already issued health warnings to the public over the recent outbreak of e-coli in the US. The outbreak has so far affected […]
Poor hygiene on egg farm blamed for recent salmonella outbreak
Following the recent news of over 200 million eggs being recalled across the US, the FDA has now confirmed that Rose Acre Farm, where the […]
Is coffee really that dangerous?
Coffee drinkers across California are dumbfounded by a judge’s decision to stick cancer warnings in coffee shops across the state under the auspices of the […]