Scientists have dismissed a dangerous list of coronavirus tips floating on social media as being ‘totally bogus’. The list, being shared on WhatsApp and other social networks, claims to be information from an expert from Stanford Medicine – a claim the US university has denied. Its fake prevention tips include drinking water to wash the … Read more
TEN babies have died in a Fisher-Price sleeper, the company reveals – as safety officials warn parents to stop using the rocking crib after babies are three months old Since 2015, 10 infant deaths have been reported in connection to the Fisher-Price ‘Rock ‘n Play’ sleeper The infants were all over three months old and … Read more
Top sportswear brands warn of multi-million pound sales hits as coronavirus epidemic worsens By Daily Mail City & Finance Reporter Published: 21:50 GMT, 11 March 2020 | Updated: 22:28 GMT, 11 March 2020 The world’s top sportswear brands have warned of multi-million pound hits to sales as the coronavirus epidemic spreads. Adidas said its sales … Read more
Menstrual cups can cause pelvic organ prolapse if women don’t use them correctly, experts warn Menstrual cups are inserted into the vagina to collect blood during a period Experts say instructions to use menstrual cups are not clear It could lead to weakening of the pelvic muscles, causing pelvic organ prolapse One affected woman said … Read more
UK firms must brace for virus hammer blow as tactics used during 2008 crash may not work, experts warn Many now fear the virus outbreak could deter investment and damage trading Ministers have fewer options to fight back against a hit to consumer spending The IFS urged the Chancellor to consider deferment of tax payments … Read more
An autism test used by GPs to flag adults with the condition in adults is ‘unreliable’, academics have said. The Autism-Spectrum Quotient (AQ10) screens adults who are suspected of having the condition but do not have learning disabilities. They are asked 10 questions including ‘do you notice small sounds others don’t?’ and ‘do you find … Read more
Films will warn viewers if they contain scenes of ‘domestic abuse’ for the first time under new censor guidelines British Board of Film Classification decided ‘domestic abuse’ will be flagged BBFC worked with Women’s Aid and Respect charities while making decision The issue will be flagged even if it does not impact the certification By … Read more
Films will warn viewers if they contain scenes of domestic violence for the first time under new censor guidelines British Board of Film Classification decided ‘domestic abuse’ will be flagged BBFC worked with Women’s Aid and Respect charities while making decision The issue will be flagged even if it does not impact the certification By … Read more
NEW SOUTH WALES: 23 January 25 Three men aged 43, 53, and 35 who had recently travelled to China contracted the disease. Two flew in from Wuhan while the other arrived in Sydney from Shenzhen, south China. They were treated in isolation at Westmead Hospital. January 27 A 21-year-old woman is identified as the fourth … Read more
Baby monitors and smart cameras can be hacked by criminals and used to spy on victims’ homes and families, cyber chiefs warn Home cameras, and baby monitors linked to the internet, ‘vulnerable’ to attack Advice to consumers to keep devices safe includes using stronger passwords National Cyber Security Centre said hackers can use cameras to … Read more