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A man on remand at Forest Bank prison in Salford died aged 50 from septicaemia. Russell West - who had been in prison before and was said to have had a history of using illegal drugs behind bars - had his spleen removed in 2003.

around 2013—are back in the news for a terrifying reason.In a on April 26, it was revealed that multiple people may have been infected with HIV after undergoing the procedure at a wellness spa in New Mexico. According to the report, a woman with “no known HIV risk factors” was diagnosed with HIV in 2018 after “exposure to needles from cosmetic platelet-rich plasma microneedling facials.”The owner of the spa, which closed in the fall of 2018, did not have the appropriate licenses to practice the procedure, which involves drawing blood from an individual, which is then spun in a centrifuge to separate the red blood cells from the platelet-rich plasma (PRP).

are understandably concerned. So much so that Google searches for “can you get bird flu from eggs and milk?” have spiked since the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) shared an update regarding avian influenza.If you're not yet caught up, the FDA on the bird flu—or Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI)—on April 25, revealing that one in five of retail samples, which means approximately 20% of of milk samples available at places like grocery stores, have tested positive for HPAI “viral fragments.”Seeing as we're barely out of the woods of our , this information can seem quite troubling, to say the least.

, plagued by recurrent vaginal infections, or simply looking to boost your overall health, taking the best probiotics for women may be a helpful next step.Probiotics are live microorganisms that have various health benefits, says , MS, RD, CSSD, LDN, a registered dietitian nutritionist and board-certified sports dietitian. They occur naturally in certain foods (like including yogurt, tempeh, and ), are added to other foods (such as ), and also come in supplement form, she explains.

Christina Applegate has had a s**tty few weeks… Literally!

A viral infection which led to a baby girl being hospitalised had 'no material role' in her death after she was strapped face down to a nursery bean bag for more than 90 minutes weeks later, a trial has heard.

A Dutch man has died after battling a very powerful and relentless strain of COVID-19 — for 613 days.

Cases of whooping cough - also known as the '100-day cough' - have surged by nearly 40 per cent in the space of a week, new health figures reveal. The latest data shows a rise from 595 to 824 confirmed cases of the illness in England and Wales in the week leading to April 14.

A dentist has warned of the dangers of travelling to Turkey for cosmetic dental work as many are lured by the cheap prices and all inclusive deals.

As anyone who has a regular shaving routine knows, ingrown hairs can be a major pain. At best they’re unsightly and ruin your newly smooth skin, and at worst they can cause pain, swelling and infections.

Jimmy Carr has opened up about a life-threatening health condition he suffered as a child.The comedian has shared how he was diagnosed with meningitis as a child and was left “close to death”.Speaking on the Where There’s A Will, There’s A Wake podcast with Kathy Burke, Carr, who is now aged 51, spoke about the childhood experience. “I had meningitis when I was a child.

Jack Dunn The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health has been informed of a possible measles exposure at Universal Studios, county officials reported Saturday. The possible exposure stems from one case of measles from an out of state tourist who traveled through the Los Angeles area from March 30 to April 1. The infected person visited Universal Studios on March 30 and the Santa Monica Pier on March 31.

When marathon runner Greig Frankland-Wilkinson suddenly started feeling dizzy and constantly tired, he went to his GP, who suspected he had picked up an ear infection while on his holidays.

We’ve all been there – you wake up one morning and discover that a pimple has appeared on your face, and the temptation to squeeze it is very, very real. You might think that it’ll help it go down or make it easier to cover up with makeup, but according to one expert, it’s actually the worst thing you can do.

Cardiovascular disease, a 'silent killer' responsible for nearly 18 million deaths annually globally, can offer clues of its lethal presence through some unlikely symptoms in the feet. It's known to be just as deadly in the UK, accounting for around a quarter of all deaths.

Amy Dowden has offered an update on her return to Strictly Come Dancing future after she revealed that "no evidence of disease" was found earlier this year after undergoing cancer treatment.

When Rory Harty’s parents noticed they could no longer fasten his nappies, they assumed he just needed a bigger size.

Marc Malkin Senior Editor, Culture and Events Dev Patel refused to let the slew of injuries he suffered while filming his elaborate fight scenes in “Monkey Man” get in the way of him completing the movie. Patel not only directed and co-wrote the action movie, but he also stars as Kid, a young man who seeks to avenge his mother’s death at the hands of India’s corrupt law enforcement officials, political figures and spiritual leaders. He earns money by competing in a brutally violent underground fight club.

Asda has become the latest supermarket to issue a recall for a cheese product over the possibility it may be contaminated with listeria.

EastEnders' Cheryl Fergison has given fans an update after revealing she was in hospital after a scary dash to A&E.The actress, who played Heather Trott on the BBC soap, said on Instagram that she had been in "complete agony" and had to seek medical help over the bank holiday weekend. Now she's given more details.

Andy Martin, landlord of Mancunian institution The Star and Garter, died in hospital four days after being admitted following a suspected stroke. The 52-year-old dad-of-two was suffering with an ear infection before his condition deteriorated.

A young mum-of-one has been diagnosed with two cancers within four weeks - one of which is incurable - but says that she 'won't be beaten' by the disease.

Cases of an obscure virus that most Scots have never heard of are expected to spike this spring. Experts are warning us not to blame the usual suspects such as RSV, Covid or the flu for symptoms such as a runny nose.

Horrified witnesses have spoken of the moment a nurse was handcuffed outside Royal Manchester Children’s Hospital - before being released minutes later in a chaotic fumble by Greater Manchester Police (GMP).

Greater Manchester Police has issued a warning as 'childhood infections of measles and whooping cough are rising dramatically'. The police force is urging parents to make sure they and their children are vaccinated as 'we are already seeing cases requiring hospital attendance including hospital admittance'.

Health authorities have warned British holidaymakers about the risk of coming down with serious conditions after visiting various destinations.

Shoppers at Aldi, Asda, and Sainsbury's are being urged not to consume specific products that have been taken off the shelves. Several supermarkets have had to recall a range of products because of safety worries.

Dean Wicks (Matt Di Angelo) has proven to be nothing but trouble since arriving back on Albert Square, and his latest plan has seen him stoop to a new low.The villain has gone to extreme lengths to try and ensure his daughter Jade Masood (Elizabeth Green) doesn't move to Pakistan with her mother Shabnam. Jade - who suffers from cystic fibrosis - has been staying with her dad in Walford while she recovers from a lung transplant, but recently she's been struck down with a nasty chest infection. Dean offered to organise her medication for her, but in a sinister twist he tampered with it to ensure she doesn't get better and jet off.

Richard Simmons may not be “dying,” but he DID have a scary run-in with skin cancer.

If you’ve ever been to a scuzzy punk party, you probably have at least one beer-soaked memory of watching someone carving a stick 'n' poke into their friend’s forearm. The process typically involves a sewing needle and a ballpoint pen, the ink used for a wobbly smiley face that’ll eventually start to weep blood.

Jake Gyllenhaal contracted an infection during the filming of Road House.The remake of the 1989 movie starring Patrick Swayze is set to release on Thursday (March 21), and was directed by Doug Liman. The cast also features Daniela Melchior, Lukas Gage and boxer Conor McGregor in his feature film debut.

Dean Wicks (Matt Di Angelo) has caused nothing but trouble since returning to EastEnders.The villain has continued to torment Linda Carter (Kellie Bright) along with other Walford residents, and he's now gone to extreme measures to ensure his daughter Jade Masood (Elizabeth Green) doesn't jet to Pakistan with her mum Shabnam. Jade - who has cystic fibrosis - has been suffering from a chest infection as she recovers from her lung transplant, but unknown to her, her dad has been tampering with her antibiotics.The teen has been left wondering why she's so poorly in emotional scenes, with Dean insisting she isn't well enough to go to Pakistan. The storyline could lead to Dean's exit, some fans think, as a big clue was dropped in a recent episode.

Jake Gyllenhaal was definitely committed while filming Road House… So much so he got himself a nasty infection!

Jake Gyllenhaal is opening up about a serious infection he sustained on set of his new movie.

Strictly Come Dancing star Amy Dowden has recalled the moment she nearly died after she developed sepsis during her cancer battle.

Being low on vitamins could lead to a number of symptoms, from brain fog to aches and pains - and even blurry vision.