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Mum’s heartbreaking warning after 11-year-old daughter dies from allergic reaction to toothpaste

The mother of an 11-year-old girl who died after an allergic reaction to toothpaste is sharing her story. The family of Denise Saldate, who live in California, US, are in mourning after her sudden death caused by a reaction to a milk protein in prescription toothpaste. Denise on April 6, just two days after she received a prescription …

Need to quit smoking? Try sniffing chocolate, say scientists

We all know smoking is bad for us, causing everything from bad breath to increasing our risk of cancer. But, despite all the warnings, some of us still can’t resist an occasional ‘social cigarette’ at the pub – with others sustaining a full-blown addiction. Thankfully, scientists have discovered a brand new way to quit for good, and we …

Viral tweet has people questioning whether they have astigmatism – but what is it?

A Twitter post illustrating how people with astigmatism see light has gone viral and is causing users to question whether they might also suffer from the common eye condition. The tweet, by Unusual Facts, depicted two side-by-side images of traffic at night to highlight the difference in vision between those with astigmatism and those without it. …