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🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

NHS alert to check this number as 4m Brits don't know they have 'silent killer'

Around 4.1 million people in England are undiagnosed with high blood pressure, prompting the NHS to advise citizens to check their health.

Mar 1 • 09:06 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Free 'silent killer' health check available for people born after 1986

People in England can receive a free blood pressure test at many Tesco and Asda stores starting from age 36 to identify and prevent high blood pressure, a common health issue in the UK.

Feb 28 • 12:37 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Attica Region: New seizures of 5.6 tons of unsuitable food

Recent health inspections in Attica have led to the seizure of 5.6 tons of unsuitable food during a thorough check conducted over Carnival season.

Feb 28 • 11:25 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Rare diseases: Brazilians wait 5.4 years for diagnosis, study reveals; check the most frequent conditions

A recent study reveals that Brazilians with rare diseases wait an average of 5.4 years for a definitive diagnosis, with significant implications for their health and access to treatment.

Feb 28 • 04:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Coast of SP has 61 beaches unsuitable for bathing this week; check the locations

A report indicates that 61 beaches along the São Paulo coast are currently deemed unsuitable for bathing due to high levels of bacteria.

Feb 27 • 13:55 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

The state's sense of smell paralyzed: only one device to check for odors, which has been broken for several months

Lithuania has only one malfunctioning device to monitor odors, leaving residents exposed to unpleasant smells from local companies without means to verify their sources.

Feb 26 • 15:29 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

The Ideal Time to Check and Remove Pigmented Moles. Don't Underestimate the Risk of Cancer

A recent article emphasizes the importance of checking and removing pigmented moles to mitigate the risk of skin cancer.

Feb 26 • 10:45 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

25, 45, and 50: what health tests are necessary by age

The article emphasizes the importance of regular health check-ups at different life stages to prevent chronic diseases.

Feb 26 • 08:10 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Klaipeda residents invited to check their hearing for free

Residents of Klaipeda are encouraged to participate in a free hearing check event organized by medical professionals.

Feb 25 • 12:56 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Salman Khan's mother visited to check on Salim Khan

Salman Khan's mother visited Salim Khan to check on his well-being.

Feb 25 • 12:10 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Red flag signs of heart condition affecting one in 50 most don't know they have

Experts warn that many people are unaware they have a potentially serious heart condition known as bifuspid aortic valve (BAV), affecting one in 50 individuals, which often goes undiagnosed until later in life.

Feb 25 • 11:42 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

Prague police are searching for a man with infectious tuberculosis who did not attend his medical check-up

Prague police are on the lookout for a 41-year-old man named Vasyl Oleksjuk, originally from Ukraine, who failed to attend a crucial medical check-up for his infectious tuberculosis treatment.

Feb 25 • 09:11 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

‘Filial Insurance’ that lowers the threshold with easy screening, be sure to check your parents' medical history before enrolling

The rising popularity of 'filial insurance' highlights the increased accessibility for elderly clients to manage the healthcare risks of their parents, especially with easy screening options.

Feb 24 • 10:12 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Public competition for Samu in Uberlândia has more than 100 vacancies; check the positions and how to apply

Uberlândia is set to implement the Samu emergency service by 2026, with a public selection process starting for over 100 job vacancies.

Feb 24 • 05:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Wille Rydman's Strong Claims About Immigration's Impact on Unemployment - IS Fact-Checked

Wille Rydman, Finland's newly appointed Minister of Social Affairs and Health, has claimed that immigration significantly increases unemployment in Finland, a statement that Ilta-Sanomat fact-checked with an expert from the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Employment.

Feb 24 • 04:45 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Clean Consciousness 2026: Check out the services available to the population in Rio Branco

A community event in Rio Branco offers various services including health, legal aid, debt negotiation, and document issuance, in addition to raising awareness on environmental issues.

Feb 23 • 22:39 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Trump halts Angel Families speech to check on woman in audience

During an Angel Families Remembrance Ceremony, President Trump paused his speech to inquire about a woman's health and upcoming eye surgery, humorously mentioning his financial support for her medical needs.

Feb 23 • 19:36 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Anyone with 'ongoing' heartburn and acid reflux urged to get 'MCAS' check

Experts are advising individuals suffering from persistent heartburn or acid reflux to get tested for Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS), which might be the underlying cause of their symptoms.

Feb 23 • 14:50 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Crime & Justice

Bogenhausen: 26-Year-Old Woman Needs Resuscitation at Police Station

A 26-year-old woman had to be resuscitated at a police station after experiencing a seizure during an identity check and is now facing charges for assault and resisting arrest.

Feb 23 • 14:07 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

5 free 'vitamins' that keep mental health in check

A new initiative encourages individuals and organizations in Estonia to focus on daily habits that support mental health through a month-long program.

Feb 23 • 13:00 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Shahrukh Khan visits Lilavati Hospital, inquires about Salim Khan's health

Shahrukh Khan visited Lilavati Hospital to check on Salim Khan's health, who has been hospitalized since February 17 due to a minor brain hemorrhage.

Feb 23 • 09:51 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

Plumber crashed this morning, minister taken to hospital for examination

Czech Culture Minister Ota Klempíř was involved in a car accident this morning in Prague and later transported to the hospital for examination due to deteriorating health.

Feb 23 • 09:51 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Parents told to check school bags this week over 10 per cent rule

Parents are advised to check their children's school bags as children return from half-term to prevent health issues related to heavy backpacks.

Feb 23 • 07:53 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Street races bring together hundreds of people in the West of São Paulo; check out health benefits

Street races in West São Paulo have been drawing large crowds, highlighting the health benefits of walking and running.

Feb 22 • 11:01 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Shah Rukh Khan arrives at Lilavati Hospital, inquires about Salim Khan's health

Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan visited Lilavati Hospital to check on writer Salim Khan, who is currently admitted for treatment.

Feb 21 • 17:10 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Malaika arrived at Lilavati Hospital to meet Salim Khan!

Malaika Arora visited Lilavati Hospital with her son Arhaan Khan to check on Salim Khan's health.

Feb 21 • 13:19 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Practitioners are missing. That's why we don't go for preventive check-ups

A recent article discusses the shortage of healthcare practitioners in Czechia, which is impacting people's willingness to attend preventive check-ups.

Feb 21 • 07:00 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Health often ends up at the bottom of the list of life priorities: what risks do we take by avoiding preventive check-ups?

The article discusses the reluctance of individuals to seek medical preventive check-ups due to various reasons, leading to potential health risks.

Feb 21 • 07:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

High blood pressure is a silent killer but one simple check can save you

A routine pharmacy visit led a wellness editor to discover her dangerously high blood pressure, prompting urgent medical attention.

Feb 21 • 06:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

SP Coast has 33 beaches unfit for bathing this week; check the locations

The São Paulo coast currently has 33 beaches deemed unfit for bathing due to high bacteria levels, with specific municipalities like Ilhabela and Caraguatatuba being notably affected.

Feb 20 • 10:38 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Air fryer users urged to check appliance or risk serious health issues

Cleaning experts warn that neglecting air fryers can lead to dangerous mould growth posing serious health risks.

Feb 20 • 08:04 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Tesco shoppers can get free health check at 350 stores

Tesco is offering free health checks at 350 of its stores in the UK in partnership with the British Heart Foundation to combat undiagnosed high blood pressure.

Feb 20 • 08:02 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
Life & Tech

The simple test to check if you know how to correctly activate your abdominal muscles

A guide on how to correctly engage abdominal muscles to ensure better posture, safety, and efficiency in daily and athletic movements.

Feb 19 • 23:01 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Asda issues urgent 'do not use' warning for toy as it contains asbestos — check now

Asda has issued a recall for certain toys after discovering they contain asbestos, urging customers to stop using them immediately.

Feb 18 • 10:46 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Disney star in tears over cancer after James Van Der Beek inspired health check

Disney star Christy Carlson Romano has revealed she has been diagnosed with cancer, inspired by the late James Van Der Beek's encouragement to get checked.

Feb 18 • 09:03 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Measles outbreak: Check out number of cases where you live as infections surge

A major measles outbreak in the UK has resulted in hospitalizations among unvaccinated children, prompting health officials to call for increased vaccination efforts.

Feb 17 • 13:52 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Infectious virus at fish farm - 600 tons of fish must be slaughtered

A fish farm in Vilhelmina, Sweden, must slaughter 600 tons of fish after an unusual virus was detected in a routine check.

Feb 17 • 09:29 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Javier May, governor of Tabasco, absent due to 'abdominal discomfort'

Javier May Rodríguez, the governor of Tabasco, has suspended his public activities due to abdominal discomfort that required a medical check-up.

Feb 16 • 18:02 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Fact Check: 5 Common Myths About Sexually Transmitted Infections That Need to Be Dispelled

The article debunks five common myths about sexually transmitted infections and emphasizes the importance of regular testing.

Feb 16 • 09:39 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Next Top Model judge Miss J shares devastating health update ‘I can’t walk'

Miss J, a former judge on America's Next Top Model, reveals in a new Netflix documentary that he suffered a stroke in 2022, resulting in complications that left him unable to walk.

Feb 16 • 08:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Health Check for Welcoming Parents: If Movement Slows Down and Night Terrors Increase

Observing the movements of elderly parents during the holidays can help assess their health, as changes may indicate conditions such as Parkinson's disease.

Feb 16 • 05:32 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

People urged to check their feet for 'subtle' sign of liver disease

Experts are alerting the public to examine their feet for signs of liver disease, specifically looking for dry and cracked skin, which may indicate underlying health issues.

Feb 15 • 14:42 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

A woman who calls herself a carnivore eats a kilogram of raw meat a day, and the harsh warning from a health check left her speechless

A woman named Wendy Marshall consumes nearly a kilogram of raw red meat daily, but health assessments have raised alarming concerns about her dietary habits.

Feb 14 • 07:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Ultrasound on alligator? Biopark performs complete check-up on animals in MS

Ten Pantanal alligators at the Biopark Pantanal underwent routine health check-ups to ensure their well-being.

Feb 13 • 19:35 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Poorly sterilized canned goods, listeria... Check food recalls of the week with one click

A weekly recap on food recalls highlights safety concerns regarding poorly sterilized canned goods and listeria contamination in various products in France.

Feb 13 • 08:56 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

NHS urges people to do quick check 8 weeks before holiday

The NHS advises travelers to check their vaccination needs at least eight weeks in advance of their holiday to ensure safety.

Feb 12 • 21:02 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Changing health check procedures: affecting drivers and those working on computers

New health check procedures in Lithuania simplify requirements for healthy individuals, particularly impacting drivers and computer workers.

Feb 12 • 11:16 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Safety, health, and more: check out the free services offered during Carnival in Salvador

Salvador's Carnival will officially begin on February 12, providing a range of free services in safety, health, and transportation for participants.

Feb 12 • 00:45 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

This is how James Van Der Beek found out he had cancer: He thought he just needed to stop drinking coffee

James Van Der Beek, the actor known for "Dawson’s Creek," recently passed away due to colorectal cancer, which was diagnosed during a routine check-up in 2024.

Feb 11 • 21:59 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Tânia Maria at the Oscars? Actress from the film 'The Secret Agent' undergoes medical evaluation to check her conditions to attend the awards ceremony

Actress Tânia Maria is undergoing a medical evaluation to determine if she can travel to the Oscars on March 15, hosted in Los Angeles, after a long battle with chronic lung disease due to smoking.

Feb 11 • 15:59 UTC

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