{
  "id": 11149158,
  "title": "Health Ministry warns against GB Daily Glow Skin Cream after mercury found",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/01/health-ministry-warns-against-gb-daily-glow-skin-cream-after-mercury",
  "topic": "health",
  "section": "Health & Medicine",
  "published": "2026-10-01T08:53:05.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Malay Mail",
    "slug": "malay-mail-malaymail",
    "url": "https://www.malaymail.com/news/malaysia/2026/10/01/health-ministry-warns-against-gb-daily-glow-skin-cream-after-mercury-found/237271"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Ministry of Health (MOH) has issued a warning against the cosmetic product GB Daily Glow Skin Cream after it was discovered to contain mercury. This toxic substance is prohibited in cosmetics due to its potential to cause harm to the kidneys, nervous system, and brain development in children or unborn babies. The MOH advises the public to discontinue the use of this product and seek medical attention if they experience any discomfort or adverse effects. It is crucial for consumers to verify the status of cosmetic products and check the list of cancelled items on the National Pharmaceutical Regulatory Agency (NPRA) website. The sellers and distributors of the affected cosmetics must immediately cease their sale and distribution, as this action violates the Control of Drugs and Cosmetics Regulations 1984. Legal penalties include fines of up to RM25,000 for first-time offenders and up to RM50,000 for subsequent violations.",
  "summary": "PUTRAJAYA, Oct 1 — The Ministry of Health (MOH) has cancelled the notification of the cosmetic product GB Daily Gl...",
  "key_points": [
    "Ministry of Health warns against GB Daily Glow Skin Cream",
    "Contains mercury, prohibited in cosmetics",
    "Discontinue use, seek medical attention"
  ],
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Malay Mail",
        "title": "Health Ministry warns against GB Daily Glow Skin Cream after mercury found",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/01/health-ministry-warns-against-gb-daily-glow-skin-cream-after-mercury-11154304",
        "published": "2026-10-01T08:53:05.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Free Malaysia Today",
        "title": "GB Daily Glow Skin Cream banned from sale",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/01/gb-daily-glow-skin-cream-banned-from-sale",
        "published": "2026-10-01T09:04:00.000Z"
      }
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}