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Cold led to deadly brain infection in teen

Sophie Bell, 17, thought she had a cold and itchy eye. It was a life-threatening brain infection requiring emergency neurosurgery. Her story is a vital warning.

Deadly E. coli outbreak at Welsh festival

Public Health Wales declares an outbreak of Shiga toxin-producing E. coli linked to The Big Tribute Festival. Health officials are urgently investigating the source.

Walgreens Nasal Spray Recall Over Bacteria Risk

Walgreens recalls over 41,000 saline nasal sprays contaminated with Pseudomonas lactis. The FDA warns consumers to stop use immediately due to potential health risks for immunocompromised individuals.

Jamaica Leptospirosis Outbreak After Hurricane

Jamaica confirms a deadly leptospirosis outbreak with six suspected deaths following Hurricane Melissa's catastrophic flooding. Health officials urge caution in contaminated areas.

NHS 'See a GP' Warning Over Meningitis Threat

The NHS issues an urgent warning about life-threatening meningitis, urging people to check vaccination status with their GP. Teenagers and young adults are at high risk.

Whooping cough surge puts infants at risk

Whooping cough cases are rising dramatically across the US. Learn how to protect your family with vaccination and recognise the dangerous symptoms of this bacterial infection.

Meningitis cases surge as vaccination rates fall

Health officials sound alarm as invasive meningococcal disease cases jump 35% in England, with vaccine uptake falling below crucial thresholds. Experts warn of rising sepsis risk and call for urgent action.

Neutrogena Wipes Health Alert: Infection Risk Warning

Shocking new safety warning reveals potentially contaminated Neutrogena makeup remover wipes could cause serious bacterial infections and life-threatening sepsis. Essential reading for skincare users.

NHS rapid blood test for child sepsis breakthrough

The NHS is trialling a groundbreaking rapid blood test that can detect deadly sepsis and meningitis in children within hours, potentially saving countless young lives across UK hospitals.

Deadly Meningitis Outbreak: UK Health Alert

UKHSA issues urgent warning as invasive meningococcal disease cases surge across England. Learn the critical symptoms and who's most at risk in this developing health crisis.

Rare Bacterial Infection Outbreak Hits UK

Health authorities scramble to contain a rare invasive streptococcal infection outbreak across multiple UK regions, with several confirmed cases and ongoing investigations.

Girl, 13, dies from meningitis after hospital sent her home

Exclusive: The heartbreaking story of a 13-year-old girl who died from meningitis hours after being sent home from hospital, prompting urgent NHS safety reforms and raising serious questions about emergency care protocols.

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