Health

Mosquito bites can become itchy but it's important not to scratch them.

How to treat a mosquito bite and advice on how to stop getting bitten

Ian and Jean Pettigrew. Pic: Contributed

MND Awareness Day: Ian urges people to make the most of every day

Should you be worried about rabies when on holiday?

How to avoid rabies and what to do if you're exposed on holiday

New FVRH frailty unit team, left to right: Pamela Scott, lead nurse; Lindsey McKay, frailty team lead; Debbie Arnott, frailty nurse; and Nicola Green, senior charge nurse. Pic: Contributed

New unit at FVRH is 'major step forward' in dealing with frailty

Health experts want you to stop making these common hygiene mistakes this festival season.

The common hygiene mistakes you shouldn't make this festival season

These are the rules for bringing your prescription medication to Glastonbury.

Rules on bringing your prescription medication to Glastonbury

A scientist inspects a death cap mushroom at the Royal Botanic Gardens in Melbourne.

This is what death cap mushrooms look like and symptoms of poisoning

With the summer holidays around the corner, what age is appropriate to leave your children home alone?

The exact age you can legally leave your children home alone

There are some medications that you should not take if you are taking hay fever tablets.

The common medications you should never mix with hay fever tablets

The scheme has proved successful and will be rolled out to other hospitals and care homes. Pic: Adobe stock

Council to introduce initiative to reduce falls amongst elderly in care homes

A new Covid strain is currently "under monitoring" by the World Health Organisation.

Warning over using old Covid tests as 'Nimbus' variant found in UK

The 13 leading GP surgeries in Falkirk where patients are happiest.

The 13 leading GP surgeries in Falkirk where patients are happiest

UTIs are most common in females and it is estimated that over half of all women in the UK will have at least one UTI in their lifetime.

Your UTI risk could increase this summer - key signs of infection

Every day men across the UK are dying early from preventable causes.

You should never ignore these five symptoms if you are a man

Experts are investigating a rise in hepatitis A cases, which are suspected to be linked to a 'food item' from a 'supermarket'.

Symptoms of Hepatitis A you need to know about after rise in cases

There have been 13 cases recorded of the new Covid variant in the UK.

New Covid strain found in the UK - signs and symptoms to look out for

Not everyone can give blood, these are the common health conditions that mean you can't be a donor.

The common health conditions that could stop you from giving blood

Many people turn to social media for information from the latest trends to their health.

Five health experts you can actually trust on TikTok

New data from the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) shows that syphilis cases have continued to rise.

Cases of Syphilis on the rise - warning signs of Victorian era STI

Women taking popular medicines for weight loss and diabetes, are being reminded to use effective contraception while taking these medications.

The 3 things women need to know before starting weight loss injections

The Food Foundation says it's concerning children are being served so much processed meat in school meals

Call for change over 'worrying' health risk in school dinners

Weight loss injections including Mounjaro and Wegovy have became household names.

Weight loss jabs work 53% better with coaching

NHS Forth Valley has hit back at claims it is underfunding CAHMS. Pic: Contributed

Labour candidate's claims over CAHMS service disputed

Around 10 people die in the UK every year from bee and wasp stings.

How to treat summer bug bites and stings - and when to call 999

A new Covid strain is currently "under monitoring" by the World Health Organisation.

New Covid variant NB.1.8.1 warning signs and symptoms to look out for

The disposable vape ban could drive thousands back to smoking.

Disposable vape ban 'could drive thousands back to smoking'

Scary stats show two in five Brits believe doom-scrolling is self-care

Lettuce water is once again growing in popularity on social media.

Can lettuce water really help you sleep?

The disposable vape ban will make it illegal to buy or sell disposable vapes in the UK.

The exact date the disposable vape ban starts in the UK

Gut Wealth's award winning sachets have helped IBS sufferers get back into eating whatever they want

25% off 'life-changing' IBS sachets that help you eat freely again

The disposable vape ban comes into effect on June 1.

GP shares 13 tips on how to stop vaping ahead of disposable vape ban

Pollen levels have been rising, this is how to tell the difference between a summer cold and hay fever.

How to tell the difference between a summer cold and hay fever

Delayed discharges due to lack of care home places and care packages is a major issue. Pic: Contributed

Radical plan to free up elderly patient beds at FVRH

Rhiannon says Gut Wealth helped her go from daily pain and bloating to enjoying meals out again

Women with IBS say this gut fix changed their lives – now 25% off

The parents of Sophie Mitchell were shocked to learn of the long wait for the procedure, pictured: dad Paul, mum Gillian, brother Freddie, five, and Sophie, three. Pic: Michael Gillen

NHS Forth Valley: Parents of Grangemouth toddler told 80 week wait

NHS Forth Valley urges people to go to the pharmacy first. Picture: Contributed

Pharmacy plan to reduce medicine waste

Gut Wealth: the postbiotic supplement that’s been called ‘life-changing’ by reviewers.

IBS sufferers call Gut Wealth sachets ‘life-changing’ – now 25% off

Work to tackle high absence levels and high staff turnover has improved staff morale and the quality of patient care. Pic: Michael Gillen

Tackling low morale among nurses leads to better quality patient care

How to treat an Asian hornet sting after a rise in sightings across the UK.

How to treat an Asian hornet sting after surge in sightings

Norovirus can easily spread amongst children.

Kids with these symptoms asked to 'stay home' this half term

Tracking weight loss progress using the Voy app, part of a behaviour-led programme supporting Wegovy and Mounjaro users.

Mounjaro and Wegovy work better with this weekly tracking habit

Weight-loss 'wonder drugs' should be part of a more deliberate approach, says a new survey

Scotland leads UK for weight loss in major new study

The single use vape ban comes into force on June 1 this year. Pic: Falkirk Council

Falkirk retailers warned vape ban begins next month

Marie Lavery with the finger painting she received from residents following her retirement (Picture: Submitted)

Bonnybridge care home says goodbye to Marie after over 30 years of dedication

Warning to those who are more vulnerable to limit their exposure to direct sunlight.

Vulnerable Brits warned to avoid direct sunlight during hot spell

Dr Teresa Cannavina, a GP in Falkirk, is supporting BMA Scotland's campaign. (Pic: Contributed)

'Our patients deserve better' - says Falkirk GP

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