Health officials advise masks as winter viruses spread
The UK Health Security Agency has issued guidance on preventing flu, Covid-19, and norovirus. Key advice includes wearing masks, getting vaccinated, and staying home if unwell.
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NICE recommends eight asthma management apps for NHS
The NHS spending watchdog, NICE, recommends eight smartphone apps to help 5.4 million UK asthma patients manage their condition, aiming to reduce hospital admissions. Consultation open until 26 January.
NHS: 10 childhood illnesses requiring time off school
As millions of pupils return after Christmas, the NHS issues clear guidance on when to keep a sick child home. Learn the 10 key illnesses and how long they need to isolate.
NHS: 10 illnesses that require time off school
As millions of pupils return after Christmas, the NHS issues clear guidance on when to keep a sick child home. Learn the key symptoms and required isolation periods.
5 Red Flags for UK Hotel Bookings in January
Travel experts warn UK holidaymakers to be vigilant when booking January hotel stays. Discover the five key pitfalls to avoid for a hassle-free winter getaway.
5 Red Flags When Booking a UK Hotel in January
Travel experts warn UK residents to be vigilant when booking January hotel stays. Discover the five key pitfalls to avoid for a hassle-free winter getaway.
NHS 18-Illness School Absence Guide for Parents
The NHS has issued crucial advice to UK parents on 18 common childhood illnesses, detailing when children should stay home from school. Get the full list and guidance here.
NHS: When to keep your child off school - 18 illnesses
The NHS has issued essential guidance for parents on 18 common childhood illnesses, detailing when children should stay home from school. Stay informed to protect your child's health and their classmates.
NHS Atenolol Warning for Six Key Patient Groups
The NHS has issued crucial safety guidance for six specific groups taking the blood pressure medication atenolol. Discover who must consult a doctor before use.
NHS Atenolol Warning for Six Key Patient Groups
The NHS has issued crucial safety guidance for six specific groups taking the blood pressure medication atenolol. Learn who must consult a doctor and which drug interactions to avoid.
NHS: How to tell if your cough is Covid or flu
Struggling to tell Covid and flu apart this winter? NHS guidance explains the key symptom differences, including a crucial clue in your cough. Learn the signs and when to seek help.
NHS Alert: Who Can Use Beclometasone Inhalers
The NHS has issued important safety guidance on beclometasone steroid inhalers for asthma and COPD. Find out who can use them, key warnings, and essential usage tips to manage your condition effectively.
Trans guidance delay 'puts children at risk', ministers warn
Shadow Education Secretary Laura Trott warns that Bridget Phillipson's failure to publish long-delayed trans guidance for schools is creating a dangerous 'patchwork' of rules. Read the full story.
First Joint Family Christmas: Parents and Step-Parents in Bed
An 11-year-old braced for festive tension. Instead, she found her divorced parents and step-parents sharing a bed on Christmas morning, beginning a 25-year tradition of blended family harmony. Discover how this unconventional start taught lasting lessons
NHS warns beta blockers not suitable for five conditions
The NHS warns beta blockers like atenolol and bisoprolol may be unsuitable for people with asthma, low blood pressure, and other conditions. Consult your GP before stopping medication.
Dad loses 7st in a year after Mounjaro treatment
A busy father of four from West Yorkshire has transformed his life, shedding over 50kg in just over a year. Discover how he changed his diet and mindset.
Minister blocks trans guidance over discrimination claims
Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson faces accusations of blocking new trans guidance. She argues the rules are 'discriminatory'. Read the full story and have your say.
Paracetamol warning for cold and flu season
A pharmacist issues a vital warning about mixing paracetamol with popular cold and flu remedies, highlighting the risk of accidental overdose. Learn how to stay safe this winter.
Phillipson Blocks Women-Only Spaces Guidance
Women and Equalities Secretary Bridget Phillipson refuses to sign off EHRC guidance on single-sex spaces, branding it 'trans-exclusive'. The move delays clarity for hospitals and businesses.
Public sector pay gap closes, pensions remain superior
Official Treasury guidance reveals state workers' pay has caught up with the private sector, with far more generous pensions. Chancellor Rachel Reeves urges pay restraint. Read the full analysis.
Mars in Capricorn: Your Daily Horoscope Guidance
As Mars shifts into Capricorn, the cosmos urges action. Discover your daily horoscope and how Jane Austen's timeless wisdom aligns with today's celestial energy. For personalised insights, call your star sign's number.
Falkner: Government 'Abandoned' Women's Rights
Former EHRC head Kishwer Falkner accuses Labour of 'dissembling' over delays to new transgender guidance for single-sex spaces. Read the full story on the Westminster row.
Flu Cases Spike: When to Call 999
Flu cases are rising sharply across the UK. NHS guidance warns three specific symptoms require immediate emergency care. Learn the signs and high-risk groups.
Cosmetic filler dangers: blindness and skin loss warning
Experts issue a stark warning as nearly 10,000 non-surgical procedures were performed in 2024. Incorrectly injected fillers can cause blindness and skin necrosis. Learn about the new safety push.
Record Flu Cases and Strikes Push NHS to Brink
Britons urged to wear face masks as NHS confronts a 'flunami' of flu, Covid, and RSV. Record hospitalisations and looming junior doctor strikes threaten a 'historic crisis' this winter.
UK Parents Value Netflix's BBFC Age Ratings
A new BBFC poll finds 96% of UK parents rely on age ratings for Netflix content. Discover how the partnership helps families make safe viewing choices.
Confusion grips RFK Jr's vaccine panel over Hep B vote
Advisers appointed by HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. expressed confusion over a key hepatitis B vaccine vote, forcing a delay. Read the full report on the chaotic policymaking.
UKHSA urges mask-wearing as flu and Covid spread
The UK Health Security Agency has issued new guidance urging the public to wear face masks in specific settings to combat rising flu rates and Covid this winter.
EHRC impasse over gender guidance sparks discord
Internal conflict at UK's human rights watchdog over delayed single-sex spaces guidance distracts from pressing issues like far-right rise. New appointments could reshape approach.
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