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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.
Things to consider when buying or using cosmetics.
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.
Safety leaflet on topical corticosteroids and withdrawal reactions to help patients and their carers to use these medicines safely.
Engage with MOD on SKYNET Integrated Enterprise Solution, a transformation project developing and assessing options for the future delivery model for the SKYNET programme.
New partnerships across life sciences, quantum and advanced connectivity.
How to spot lumpy skin disease, what to do if you suspect it and how to prevent it spreading.
Guidance on using non-investigational medicinal products in a clinical trial.
OPSS would like to invite any interested parties to submit any scientific information relevant to the safety assessment of cosmetic ingredients.
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