First treatment for smallpox approved in the US
Thanks to vaccination efforts, smallpox was eradicated in 1980. However, following concerns that it could be used in a bioterror attack, the FDA has just […]
Public Health
Parents concerned Aptamil baby milk could be causing illnesses
One of Danone’s products, Aptamil baby milk, has been subject to scrutiny in the past weeks over claims that changes to its formula are causing […]
Starbucks announces 5p charge on disposable cups to cut down on waste
In a bid to cut down on plastic waste, the coffee chain Starbucks has recently announced that all its branches in the UK will be […]
Valsartan recalled in 22 countries due to failed quality standards
Valsartan is commonly used to control patients blood pressure and helps to prevent heart failure. However, the drug is now being recalled in 22 countries […]
Frozen vegetables recalled over listeria risk
Following the recent outbreak of listeria in Europe, a number of major UK supermarkets have announced that they will have to recall some of their […]
The latest victory for advocates of plain packaged cigarettes
In a new “landmark victory” at the World Trade Organisation, Australia has won a case which was put forward against the plain packaging laws. Australia […]
FDA has approved the first cannabis-based drug for epilepsy
For the first time, the FDA has announced that it will be approving a cannabis-based drug for use in the US. The drug, Epidiolex, will […]
How can we protect children from the dangers of social media?
The age that children are starting their own social media accounts is getting lower every year. According to a report by Common Sense Media from […]
Government proposals to tackle childhood obesity
As part of a government initiative to deal with the ongoing childhood obesity crisis, the sale of energy drinks in the UK will be restricted […]
Consumer group finds faulty carbon monoxide alarms for sale in the UK
There are thousands of cases of carbon monoxide poisoning every year in the UK, which cause around 50 deaths and 4000 visits to hospital. Carbon […]