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Jan 18, 2025 | 
nottinghampost.com | Sam Cooper |Steven Smith
Motorists have been warned that a common courtesy gesture could land them with a fine of up to £1,000. Car insurance experts at Quotezone.co.uk have cautioned drivers that flashing their headlights at other road users could result in trouble. Flashing headlights is often used as a polite signal, such as indicating another driver to proceed at a junction or merge into traffic, or thanking them for allowing you to do so.
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Dec 5, 2024 | 
nottinghampost.com | Sam Dimmer |Steven Smith
Health officials have issued a new warning for anyone displaying symptoms of a winter vomiting bug to remain at home for 48 hours. The UK Health Security Agency reported that cases of norovirus are still on the rise, driven by a strain known as GII. 17. In its weekly winter update released on Thursday, it was also noted that flu and RSV cases continue to increase, leading to more hospitalisations.
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Nov 16, 2024 | 
nottinghampost.com | Sam Cooper |Steven Smith
A new potent strain of norovirus, commonly known as the 'winter vomiting bug', is making its way across the UK. The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has reported that the Kawasaki strain, or GII. 17 variation, is now responsible for 70% of cases. Dr John Burke from AXA Health earlier this week highlighted the virus's "extremely contagious" nature.
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Nov 13, 2024 | 
nottinghampost.com | Sam Cooper |Steven Smith
A GP with 25 years of experience, Dr John Burke, has outlined the signs of norovirus as concerns grow over a new strain. AXA Health has reported that cases of the sickness bug have doubled from last year. The 'Kawasaki bug', found originally in Kawasaki, Japan, back in 2014, has now spread across the UK, resulting in 70% of all recent norovirus cases.
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Nov 8, 2024 | 
nottinghampost.com | Sam Cooper |Steven Smith
If you're in your 50s and looking to give your heart health a boost, wellness experts have a simple dietary tip: ditch the processed meats. Drawing on years of experience preparing clients for physically demanding activities, where nutrition is key, the pros from Ski Vertigo say they've gained valuable insights into what works best for cardiovascular health - and it's not just for athletes.
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Nov 6, 2024 | 
nottinghampost.com | Sam Cooper |Steven Smith |Annabal Bagdi
Compulsory roadside eyesight tests have been introduced across the UK as part of a national police campaign to improve road safety. The initiative highlights the importance of regular eye checks, with law enforcement carrying out screenings to ensure drivers meet the necessary vision standards. Those who fail could face penalties such as fines up to £1,000, penalty points, or even disqualification.
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Oct 17, 2024 | 
nottinghampost.com | Ben Lyons |Steven Smith
TV host Dermot O'Leary has shared his memories of Liam Payne's audition for The X Factor when he was just 14, as he paid tribute to the singer following his tragic death. Payne sadly died after falling from a third-floor balcony at a hotel in Buenos Aires, Argentina. He shot to fame at the age of 16 when he formed One Direction on The X Factor in 2010 with Zayn Malik, Louis Tomlinson, Niall Horan and Harry Styles, having returned to the ITV show two years after his initial audition.
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Oct 11, 2024 | 
essexlive.news | Mel King |Steven Smith
According to the latest Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) figures, as many as 760,000 families who were eligible for pension credit did not claim it in the financial year ending in 2023. This marks a decline from the previous year, where up to 870,000 entitled families failed to make a claim. There has been a noticeable uptick in pension credit claims following its association with winter fuel payments.
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Oct 11, 2024 | 
essexlive.news | Mel King |Steven Smith
A recent study has identified the top ten car models that are predicted to 'go extinct' first in the UK, with the Hyundai Coupe leading the pack. The research was conducted by experts at Ovoko, a car parts marketplace, who compiled a list of the most popular petrol and diesel car models from YouGov.
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Oct 11, 2024 | 
nottinghampost.com | Joshua Hartley |Steven Smith
A health expert has revealed which key foods can help people avoid heart disease, including one that can be 'easily incorporated' into most meals. A staggering 7.6 million individuals in the UK are coping with heart or circulatory diseases, according to The British Heart Foundation. Diet and exercise are crucial for heart health, and Dr John Burke, chief medical officer at AXA Health, has highlighted optimal foods and exercises for a healthy heart.
