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Suffering from seasonal allergies? Experts share their top products to keep hay fever at bay

Suffering with itchy eyes, a runny nose or constant sneezing? You’re not alone — pollen season is well underway, making the walks and outdoor gatherings that were formerly the highlights of lockdown living a nuisance. As the country continues to open up, it’s increasingly important to get allergies under control, though experts note it is… Read More »

Diabetes symptoms: Four ‘common warning signs’ of high blood sugar – ‘It’s an epidemic’

Diabetes is a very common medical condition, and lots of people may be living their daily lives without even knowing they’re affected. Express.co.uk reveals the most common warning signs of diabetes, according to a doctor. Most diabetes patients have type 2 diabetes, which is where the body struggles to convert sugar into energy. The body… Read More »

Josie Coffee: Keeping coffee real in ‘burbs

GATESHEAD roastery and coffee bar, Josie Coffee, has expanded to Mayfield. Owner and operator Chris Edden and his wife Kate launched their latest retail coffee shop on Hanbury Street in Mayfield last week, taking over the space previously home to Portafilter and, more recently, Hanbury’s. This is the second bricks and mortar location for Josie… Read More »

Test and Trace error fuelled Indian variant’s spread in hotspot Blackburn

Test and Trace error ‘fuelled Indian variant’s spread in hotspot Blackburn’: Technical glitch in £37billion system meant hundreds of close contacts were not reached as strain gained foothold in UK Centralised system failed to notify local contact tracers of 164 positive cases Close contacts weren’t reached in timely manner, potentially fuelling spread The Indian strain… Read More »