AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoSkin Health: European dermatologists warn that viral skincare routines can trigger allergic reactions, acne flare-ups and chemical burns; climate change is also adding to skin-health risks. Medicine Alert: A batch of lercanidipine, a blood-pressure drug, has been recalled in an urgent health warning; patients should check official advice before using affected tablets. Climate and Care: Britain’s audit office says extreme heat and flooding are affecting services including healthcare, while gaps in government reporting make the full risks hard to assess. Diabetes: An intensive diet-and-exercise programme put 54% of younger adults with type 2 diabetes into remission after six months. Infection Risks: Europe had its worst West Nile virus season on record, with Belgium reporting its first locally acquired cases; health agencies have also flagged recurring gaps in emergency preparedness. Food Safety: Spanish authorities warn that poisonous mushrooms can resemble edible varieties, after more than 150 kilos of irregularly collected mushrooms were seized in Navarra. Cancer: Irish European athletics champion Ciara Mageean has died aged 34 after bowel cancer spread to her liver and lungs.
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