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Scotsman
27-05-2025
- Health
- Scotsman
How to treat an Asian hornet sting after rise in sightings
This is how you treat an Asian hornet sting according to a leading pharmacist 🐝 Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... There has been a rise in confirmed sightings of Asian hornets across the UK. The Asian hornet is said to possess one of the most unpleasant stings known to man. Well Pharmacy's George Sandhu advises on how to treat a sting from an Asian hornet. There have been a rise in Asian hornet sightings across the UK this year, with a leading pharmacist issuing guidance on what to do if you get stung. Asian hornets are believed to have arrived in France on a shipment from China in 2004. They are an invasive species which pose a significant threat to many of the UK's native insects, including honey bees. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad So far this year, there have been 13 confirmed sightings of the invasive yellow-legged hornet. In 2024, there were 71 sightings and 24 hives found and while experts do not believe there is an established UK population yet, a DEFRA eradication programme continues this year. The Asian hornet is said to possess one of the most unpleasant stings known to man, often compared to being stabbed by a red-hot needle. How to treat an Asian hornet sting after a rise in sightings across the UK. | MIGUEL RIOPA/AFP via Getty Images Well Pharmacy wants the public to be aware of how they can treat themselves or others who may be unfortunate enough to suffer an Asian hornet sting. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Under the Pharmacy First scheme, patients can seek advice and treatment about infected insect bites and stings from a pharmacist, without the need to speak to a GP. Anyone suffering immediate shortness of breath after contact with an Asian hornet or any insect must call 999, while Brits worried about bug bites and stings can go direct to their local pharmacy. What does an Asian hornet look like? The invasive species have slight differences in appearance to wasps and other hornets - most prominently, the Asian hornet has yellow legs. Asian hornets are generally seen as more aggressive than wasps unlike their European cousin and will potentially sting unprovoked. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Where have Asian hornets been sighted? Asian hornets, have mainly been sighted in Kent with a couple of other sightings in Hampshire and a solitary sighting in Shropshire. How to treat an Asian hornet sting If you are stung by an Asian hornet, then Well Pharmacy's George Sandhu has the following advice which could help alleviate the pain. Clean with soap and water A hornet sting is much more painful than normal stings as there is no stinger left behind and nothing to be removed. Mr Sandhu explains: 'Instead head for the sink and use soap and cool water to clean the wound, no matter how small.' Apply ice Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad After cleaning the wound, applying ice will cool the body's temperature and slow the spread of the venom. Mr Sandhu says: 'The coolness of the ice will also provide a soothing relief to the throbbing pain which comes from an Asian hornet sting.' Monitor symptoms If someone has been stung you should keep monitoring the wound and their condition - or make sure someone is around to keep a close eye on them. Mr Sandhu says: 'Some people who are stung by an Asian hornet will find themselves having an allergic reaction following the incident. It is important to consult a medical professional immediately if you believe you've had an allergic reaction to an Asian hornet sting.' Get emergency help It's important to get emergency help if you feel your throat getting tight or are having trouble breathing. Mr Sandhu says: 'It is possible that you may go into anaphylactic shock. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad 'It is crucial to ensure that people around you are aware of this so they can ring 999 and get the proper help for you. 'If you're with someone who is experiencing these symptoms then stay calm and call an ambulance.' Be one step ahead If you are aware that you are allergic to bee or wasp stings, then make sure you have your bee sting kit on hand. Mr Sandhu said: 'Having this kit available will allow for immediate treatment which can help save their lives should they be stung by a bee, wasp or Asian hornet. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad 'The kits are compact and don't take up too much space and should be a part of someone's checklist whenever they suspect they may experience insects they are allergic to.' Pharmacy First Under the Pharmacy First scheme, patients can seek advice and treatment about infected insect bites and stings from a pharmacist, without the need to speak to a GP. Mr Sandhu said: 'It is also important to remember that pharmacists can offer expert advice on any insect bites or stings through the Pharmacy First scheme. 'If you are looking for medical advice and treatment, then head to your local Well Pharmacy where a pharmacist can discuss options to treat the issue. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad 'Many patients have the option to purchase antihistamines, steroid creams and painkillers over the counter at their local pharmacy to enable immediate treatment. 'Other treatments can also be offered all without the need for a doctor's appointment due to the Pharmacy First scheme.' He adds: 'All insect stings and bites can be sore initially however there are a variety of treatments which can aid patients. 'Many patients find that creams are helpful in soothing the area which has been stung whilst others also use soap and water to ensure that the wound is clean. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad 'Asian hornets possess a particularly strong sting which can be very unpleasant however if patients follow the above guidance they will be able to soothe the sting which should heal in a few days.' If you have a health story to share with us, we'd love to hear from you. 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Scotsman
27-05-2025
- Health
- Scotsman
How to treat an Asian hornet sting after rise in sightings
This is how you treat an Asian hornet sting according to a leading pharmacist 🐝 Sign up to our daily newsletter – Regular news stories and round-ups from around Scotland direct to your inbox Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... There has been a rise in confirmed sightings of Asian hornets across the UK. The Asian hornet is said to possess one of the most unpleasant stings known to man. Well Pharmacy's George Sandhu advises on how to treat a sting from an Asian hornet. There have been a rise in Asian hornet sightings across the UK this year, with a leading pharmacist issuing guidance on what to do if you get stung. Asian hornets are believed to have arrived in France on a shipment from China in 2004. They are an invasive species which pose a significant threat to many of the UK's native insects, including honey bees. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad So far this year, there have been 13 confirmed sightings of the invasive yellow-legged hornet. In 2024, there were 71 sightings and 24 hives found and while experts do not believe there is an established UK population yet, a DEFRA eradication programme continues this year. The Asian hornet is said to possess one of the most unpleasant stings known to man, often compared to being stabbed by a red-hot needle. How to treat an Asian hornet sting after a rise in sightings across the UK. | MIGUEL RIOPA/AFP via Getty Images Well Pharmacy wants the public to be aware of how they can treat themselves or others who may be unfortunate enough to suffer an Asian hornet sting. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Under the Pharmacy First scheme, patients can seek advice and treatment about infected insect bites and stings from a pharmacist, without the need to speak to a GP. Anyone suffering immediate shortness of breath after contact with an Asian hornet or any insect must call 999, while Brits worried about bug bites and stings can go direct to their local pharmacy. What does an Asian hornet look like? The invasive species have slight differences in appearance to wasps and other hornets - most prominently, the Asian hornet has yellow legs. Asian hornets are generally seen as more aggressive than wasps unlike their European cousin and will potentially sting unprovoked. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Where have Asian hornets been sighted? Asian hornets, have mainly been sighted in Kent with a couple of other sightings in Hampshire and a solitary sighting in Shropshire. How to treat an Asian hornet sting If you are stung by an Asian hornet, then Well Pharmacy's George Sandhu has the following advice which could help alleviate the pain. Clean with soap and water A hornet sting is much more painful than normal stings as there is no stinger left behind and nothing to be removed. Mr Sandhu explains: 'Instead head for the sink and use soap and cool water to clean the wound, no matter how small.' Apply ice Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad After cleaning the wound, applying ice will cool the body's temperature and slow the spread of the venom. Mr Sandhu says: 'The coolness of the ice will also provide a soothing relief to the throbbing pain which comes from an Asian hornet sting.' Monitor symptoms If someone has been stung you should keep monitoring the wound and their condition - or make sure someone is around to keep a close eye on them. Mr Sandhu says: 'Some people who are stung by an Asian hornet will find themselves having an allergic reaction following the incident. It is important to consult a medical professional immediately if you believe you've had an allergic reaction to an Asian hornet sting.' Get emergency help It's important to get emergency help if you feel your throat getting tight or are having trouble breathing. Mr Sandhu says: 'It is possible that you may go into anaphylactic shock. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad 'It is crucial to ensure that people around you are aware of this so they can ring 999 and get the proper help for you. 'If you're with someone who is experiencing these symptoms then stay calm and call an ambulance.' Be one step ahead If you are aware that you are allergic to bee or wasp stings, then make sure you have your bee sting kit on hand. Mr Sandhu said: 'Having this kit available will allow for immediate treatment which can help save their lives should they be stung by a bee, wasp or Asian hornet. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad 'The kits are compact and don't take up too much space and should be a part of someone's checklist whenever they suspect they may experience insects they are allergic to.' Pharmacy First Under the Pharmacy First scheme, patients can seek advice and treatment about infected insect bites and stings from a pharmacist, without the need to speak to a GP. Mr Sandhu said: 'It is also important to remember that pharmacists can offer expert advice on any insect bites or stings through the Pharmacy First scheme. 'If you are looking for medical advice and treatment, then head to your local Well Pharmacy where a pharmacist can discuss options to treat the issue. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad 'Many patients have the option to purchase antihistamines, steroid creams and painkillers over the counter at their local pharmacy to enable immediate treatment. 'Other treatments can also be offered all without the need for a doctor's appointment due to the Pharmacy First scheme.' He adds: 'All insect stings and bites can be sore initially however there are a variety of treatments which can aid patients. 'Many patients find that creams are helpful in soothing the area which has been stung whilst others also use soap and water to ensure that the wound is clean. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad 'Asian hornets possess a particularly strong sting which can be very unpleasant however if patients follow the above guidance they will be able to soothe the sting which should heal in a few days.'
Yahoo
08-04-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Spain thump Portugal in women's Nations League as Belgium upset England
Aitana Bonmati letting fly as Spain ran riot against Portugal in the women's Nations League (MIGUEL RIOPA) Spain thumped Portugal 7-1 to move top of their group in the women's Nations League on Tuesday, while European champions England lost 3-2 in Belgium. In Vigo, world champions Spain started fast as Salma Paralluelo opened the scoring on two minutes. Advertisement Double-reigning women's Ballon d'Or Aitana Bonmati flighted in a sublime second six minutes later, before adding a third on 12 minutes. Alexia Putellas, the only other woman to hold two Ballon d'Or awards, scored Spain's fourth two minutes before the half-hour. Mariona Caldentey slotted in a fifth in the 47th minute. Putellas continued the rout on 51 minutes as she showcased her class with a perfect take on the turn and a composed finish. Esther Gonzalez completed the scoring for the Spanish on the hour, before Pina Fonseca scored a consolation for the visitors with 19 minutes remaining. Advertisement "We have seen a lot of positive things," said Spain coach Montse Tome. "I would highlight the goalscoring ability, with fewer shots we managed to score a lot of goals. The team's collective play was very good and this materialised in goals." The result left Spain top of Group A3, two points ahead of England after the Euro 2022 winners were shocked by Belgium. Sarina Wiegman's side had beaten the same opponents 5-0 in Bristol four days earlier but, after making multiple changes for the return fixture, they sank to their first defeat of the campaign. "It's disappointing and we have made it a lot harder for ourselves," England captain Leah Williamson told ITV. Advertisement "We started too slow and we didn't adapt too quick and we didn't hurt them enough. "We still have two games to go. We should be winning this game, that's why we are frustrated." Belgium raced into a 3-0 lead inside 30 minutes in Leuven as Tessa Wullaert grabbed a brace either side of a Justine Vanhaevermaet header. Beth Mead pulled one back from the penalty spot for the away side on 35 minutes and Michelle Agyemang set up a grandstand finish with an 81st-minute goal, but Belgium held firm to pick up their first points of the competition. - France stay perfect - France won 2-0 in Oslo with goals inside the final 15 minutes by Sandy Baltimore and Clara Mateo. Advertisement A tense deadlock was broken in the 76th minute by Baltimore, after a one-two with team-mate Grace Geyoro. Mateo then made the game safe moments after coming on, as she headed in a second on 85 minutes. Frida Maanum struck the bar for Norway, but Laurent Bonadei's France side held on to remain the only team in League A with a 100 percent record. France sit atop Group A2 on a perfect 12 points. Norway are second on four points, while Iceland and Switzerland, who drew 3-3, complete the pool. In Group A1, Germany produced a barnstorming second half to romp to a 6-1 victory over Scotland in Wolfsburg. Advertisement Real Madrid playmaker Caroline Weir gave the visitors a shock half-time lead when she tapped home following a goalkeeping error in the 41st minute. Selina Cerci scored two in six minutes to flip the match before the hour. Giovanna Hoffmann grabbed a brace in the 63rd and 65th minutes, before Laura Freigang added a fifth with a cute backheel two minutes later. Hoffenheim forward Cerci completed her hat-trick with 14 minutes remaining when she fired a fierce strike into the top corner. Germany top their group with 10 points, with the Netherlands second on goal difference after they beat Austria 3-1. Advertisement Austria went ahead on nine minutes before Wieke Kaptein equalised a minute later. Danielle van de Donk and Vivianne Miedema netted in the second half for the Dutch. Sweden stayed top of Group A4 despite a 1-1 draw at home to Wales, while Italy sit second on six points after they won 3-0 in Denmark. nf/ea
Yahoo
08-04-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Spain enjoy goalfest against Portugal in women's Nations League as France edge Norway
Spain enjoy goalfest against Portugal in women's Nations League as France edge Norway Aitana Bonmati was amongst the goals as Spain ran riot against Portugal in the women's Nations League (MIGUEL RIOPA) Spain thumped Portugal 7-1 to move top of their group in the women's Nations League on Tuesday, while two late goals allowed France to emerge victorious in Norway. In Vigo, world champions Spain flew out of the traps as Salma Paralluelo opened the scoring on two minutes. Advertisement Double-reigning women's Ballon d'Or Aitana Bonmati flighted in a sublime second six minutes later, before adding a third on 12 minutes. Alexia Putellas, the only other woman to hold two Ballon d'Or awards, scored Spain's fourth two minutes before the half-hour. Spain showed their ruthless side after the break as Mariona Caldentey slotted in a fifth in the 47th minute. Putellas continued the rout on 51 minutes as she showcased her class with a perfect take on the turn inside the box and composed finish. Esther Gonzalez completed the scoring for the Spanish on the hour, before Pina Fonseca scored a consolation for the visitors with 19 minutes remaining. Advertisement The result left Spain top of Group A3, but European champions England can reclaim top spot later when they travel to Belgium. France won 2-0 in the Norwegian capital thanks to two goals inside the final 15 minutes courtesy of Sandy Baltimore and Clara Mateo. The deadlock on a tense affair was broke in the 76th minute by Baltimore after a one-two with team-mate Grace Geyoro. Mateo then made the game safe for France moments after entering the field of play as she headed in a second on 85 minutes. Frida Maanum struck the bar for Norway shortly afterwards, but Laurent Bonadei's side held on to remain the only team in League A to boast a 100 percent record. Advertisement France sit atop Group A2 on a perfect 12 points. Norway are second on four points, while Iceland and Switzerland, who drew 3-3, complete the pool. In Group A1, Germany produced a barnstorming second half to romp to a 6-1 victory over Scotland in Wolfsburg. Real Madrid playmaker Caroline Weir gave the visitors a shock half-time lead when she tapped home following a goalkeeping error in the 41st minute. Selina Cerci scored two in six minutes to flip the match on its head before the hour. Giovanna Hoffmann grabbed a brace in the 64th and 65th minutes, before Laura Freigang added a fifth with a cute backheeled finish two minutes later. Advertisement Hoffenheim forward Cerci completed her hat-trick with 14 minutes remaining when she fired a fierce strike into the top corner. Germany top their group with 10 points, with the Netherlands second on goal difference after they defeated Austria 3-1. Austria went ahead on nine minutes before Wieke Kaptein equalised a minute later. Danielle van de Donk and Vivianne Miedema netted in the second half for the Dutch. Sweden stayed top of Group A4 despite a 1-1 draw at home to Wales, while Italy sit second on six points after they won 3-0 in Denmark. nf/ea
Yahoo
18-02-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
🐣 Gem of the Week: Rodrigo Mora 🇵🇹
This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇫🇷 here. As every week, OneFootball introduces you to the new gems of world football. Today, we're presenting the future of Portugal, who is already making a name for himself in the Portuguese Liga. A young prodigy from FC Porto, Rodrigo Mora is already attracting the top clubs in Europe. An attacking midfielder with a small stature, the Portuguese player has already scored three goals and delivered three key passes. Rodrigo Mora loves to break through lines, projects himself forward, and can be dangerous with his first touch of the ball. Beyond his individual qualities, the midfielder also serves the team as he should and doesn't hesitate to participate in defensive work. At only 17 years old, the Portuguese player still has a good margin for improvement, allowing him to iron out a few flaws. Moreover, last February 13th, Rodrigo Mora had the opportunity to make his debut in the Europa League, against AS Roma. A season that is making him explode onto the European scene and soon the world. Remember this name, you'll hear it often! 📸 MIGUEL RIOPA - AFP or licensors
