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Bringing adult toys on holiday to certain destinations can see you banned, fined or even jailed.

The holiday destinations where adult toys are banned

Real customers show how Gut Wealth has helped them feel confident, calm and in control of their gut health.

IBS sufferers share how they finally found relief — and it’s 25% off

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

Some countries have strict rules about the medications you can and cannot bring in as a tourist.

You can get jailed if you take these five common medications abroad

Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers in the UK with one in seven women being diagnosed in their lifetime.

You should never ignore these six signs of breast cancer

The Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation has recommended that the NHS admminister the chickenpox vaccine to children aged 12 months to 18 months. (Credit: Adobe)

How to tell if your child has chickenpox or a heat rash

Over 700,000 people in the UK are living with glaucoma

Know your risk: experts warn to protect your sight this Glaucoma Awareness Week ...

Allergic reactions to wasp stings can be fatal.

How to treat a wasp sting and spot signs of an allergic reaction

The Prime Minister has launched the NHS 10 year health plan.

The 3 things that could change for you under the 10 year health plan

Pictured: Rebecca Sams, Community Learning Disabilities Nurse and Graham Harrod, Trust Resuscitation Officer.

“It just kicked in” Notts community nurse saves daughter from choking

Volunteers from the Cycle Response Unit.

Keep safe in hot summer weather

Symptoms of ADHD usually start before the age of 12.

Eight signs and symptoms of ADHD in children parents should know about

Last data has revealed that nearly one in three cancer patients are waiting longer for their first treatment.

The best performing hospital trusts for first cancer treatment

Mixing some medications with ibuprofen can have dangerous consequences.

The five medications you can't take with ibuprofen

This is what happens if you test positive for Covid this summer.

Covid rules if you test positive this summer

BBQs, camping stoves, pizza ovens and portable heaters present a carbon monoxide risk this summer.

Doctor Hilary Jones issues urgent carbon monoxide warning

Pollen levels are set to peak on the ‘hottest day of 2025’.

Pollen spike creates 'worst of both worlds' scenario today

GAW 2025 campaign image

Know your risk: Glaucoma UK launches interactive online quiz to help prevent sig...

The award-winning Nottingham West PCN team, from left, Nikita Kaur, Catherine Seals, Amelia Thayer, Tracey Colman. Photo: Submitted

Mental health team serving Eastwood scoops top industry award

I tried the GYMPROLUXE Band and Bar Set and it actually gives surprising results - on sale now

I tried the GYMPROLUXE Band and Bar Set - on sale now

The number of babies being breastfed right after birth is much lower in Nottinghamshire than nationally, figures show

Fewer babies breastfed in Nottinghamshire compared to national average

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Give your cosmetics bag a make over - avoid a painful eye infection by discardin...

Doctor warns of growing risk of easy access to weight loss jabs

The number of talking therapy referals in Nottinghamshire has fallen. Photo: Other

Fewer talking therapy referrals in Nottinghamshire as rates vary across England

Almost two dozen FGM victims have been seen by Nottinghamshire NHS this year. Photo: Other

Charity calls for more identification and support of FGM survivors

Two in five Nottinghamshire children are expected to be overweight in the next 10 years. Photo: Other

Two in five Nottinghamshire children expected to be overweight within 10 years

Women in Nottinghamshire are spending more years in poor health than men – and the problem is still worsening, according to a new report.

Nottinghamshire women spend more years in poor health than men, report finds

The fundraiser is for services at Kings Mill Hospital, which is run by Sherwood Forest Hospitals Trust.

Sutton hospital pledges support to family fundraising for bereavement support

One in three adults in the UK struggles with insomnia, with many turning to CBD as a natural aid.

Is CBD the answer to better sleep? Expert shares bedtime tips

Weight-loss injection

Weight-loss injections could be available on the NHS for those with highest clin...

Dr Julie Barker, GP and End of Life Clinical Lead for Nottingham and Nottinghamshire

Let’s talk honestly about how we die

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

King's Mill Exterior in early morning sunshine

Sherwood Forest Hospitals urges public to stay safe and hydrated during heatwave

Pharmacy First is a convenient way to access NHS treatment for seven common conditions

90,000 people chose Pharmacy First in Notts last year

Should you be worried about rabies when on holiday?

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

The best hospitals and treatment centres in the East Midlands - as rated by inspectors.

The best rated hospitals and treatment centres in the East Midlands

Members of the Patient Experience Team at the Trust

Members of the public invited to give feedback on their local hospitals

Aintree Ward Rampton

Finalists in the National Learning Disabilities & Autism Awards

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

CHEC Nottingham

CHEC Nottingham expands access to eyecare for Mansfield patients

Extra funding for GP practices in Notts

New deal for Notts GP practices

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

Measles is highly contagious and can lead to serious complications or in some cases death.

Measles hotspots - areas with the highest number of cases this year

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

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

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