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Take care when using creams to treat dry skin conditions as they can easily dry onto clothing, bedding and bandages making them more flammable.
The government plans to crack down on illegal underage sunbed use to cut cancer risks to teenagers.
Safety leaflet on topical corticosteroids and withdrawal reactions to help patients and their carers to use these medicines safely.
How to spot lumpy skin disease, what to do if you suspect it and how to prevent it spreading.
UKHSA are providing an update to previous advice regarding contaminated non-sterile alcohol-free wipes in response to continuing detection of cases and a recent death attributable to Burkholderia stabilis infection.
Things to consider when buying or using cosmetics.
UKHSA and MHRA are urging the public not to use 4 specified non-sterile alcohol-free wipe products due to the risk of infection associated with their use.
As colder weather arrives, the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) and the National Fire Chiefs Council (NFCC) are urging the public to be aware of fire risks linked to emollient skin creams.
Find out what you can do to prevent tree pests and diseases from establishing and spreading.
There are different regulations which apply to devices and equipment including hand gels and PPE (personal protective equipment)
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