Warning over the dangers of Botox parties

Warning over the dangers of Botox parties

Getty Images HIS said only trained and experienced healthcare professionals should administer Botox Scotland’s regulator of private health clinics has issued a warning about the dangers of so-called Botox parties. Healthcare Improvement Scotland (HIS) is concerned about treatment at parties organised with unregulated providers, such as beauticians, where alcohol is being consumed. The regulator says … Read more

Mandya MLA defends Shivakumar’s warning to Kannada film fraternity

Mandya MLA defends Shivakumar’s warning to Kannada film fraternity

MLA for Mandya Ravi Kumar Ganiga on Sunday defended Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar’s warning to the Kannada film fraternity for their failure to turn up for the 16th edition of Bengaluru International Film Festival (BIFFes). Speaking to reporters in Mysuru, Mr. Ganiga said there was nothing wrong with Mr. Shivakumar’s statement that the “nuts … Read more

Nicotine pouch warning from Oxfordshire Trading Standards

Nicotine pouch warning from Oxfordshire Trading Standards

BBC reporter Katharine Da Costa explains how some illegal imports of nicotine pouches contain very high levels of nicotine High strength nicotine pouches that are being sold illegally in the UK could cause inadvertent overdosing and harm to teenagers and young adults, experts have warned. Nicotine pouches – small sachets that fit under the top … Read more

Doctors issue warning over water bead Christmas gifts for children

Doctors issue warning over water bead Christmas gifts for children

Emergency doctors in the UK have issued a safety warning over water beads, which could be given to children as gifts over Christmas. The brightly coloured soft plastic beads, also known as jelly balls, sensory beads, or water crystals, are marketed as crafting tools and homeware items – but also toys. They are typically only … Read more

Advocacy groups challenge FSSAI’s draft notification on removing warning labels from iron-fortified food products

Advocacy groups challenge FSSAI’s draft notification on removing warning labels from iron-fortified food products

A file photo of normal and fortified rice. According to advocacy groups, all food products must carry warning labels so that vulnerable groups can avoid fortified foods. The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India’s (FSSAI) draft notification on an amendment to remove crucial warning labels on iron-fortified food products for individuals with thalassemia and … Read more

IMD’s thunderstorm warning to 31 districts of Telangana for Saturday

IMD’s thunderstorm warning to 31 districts of Telangana for Saturday

Meteorological Centre Hyderabad’s forecast for Telangana for Saturday (September 21, 2024). | Photo Credit: By Arrangement The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a thunderstorm warning to 31 districts of Telangana for Saturday (September 21, 2024). According to the IMD’s weather bulletin, thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and gusty winds are expected in isolated areas across … Read more