Bird flu pandemic tipping point identified by scientists
New modelling reveals authorities have a critical two-day window to quarantine cases and prevent a bird flu pandemic. Discover the urgent findings from India's latest research.
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Japanese Encephalitis Virus Found in Victoria Mosquitoes
Health authorities urge vigilance after Japanese encephalitis virus is found in mosquitoes in Horsham, Victoria. Learn the symptoms and how to protect yourself this summer.
RSV virus poses serious risk to young children
Parents urged to recognise signs of Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV), a common winter virus that can lead to serious complications like bronchiolitis in infants and young children.
Polio detected in Germany after 30 years
The wild polio virus has been identified in a Hamburg sewage sample, the first such discovery in Germany in over three decades. Health officials stress the risk remains low due to high vaccination rates. #PublicHealth
Top Doctors Warn of Deadly Respiratory Virus Wave
Senior medical leaders sound alarm as Britain faces potential winter crisis with dangerous respiratory illnesses. Experts reveal what you need to know to protect your family.
New pandemic-capable virus discovered in bats
Exclusive: Researchers have identified a mysterious new virus lurking in South American bats that shows troubling similarities to COVID-19, raising concerns about future pandemic threats.
Rare 50p Coin Sells for £113 at Auction
A scarce 2009 Kew Gardens 50p coin has sold for over double its face value in a recent auction, sparking renewed interest in coin collecting across the UK.
Deadly disease warning for Spain holiday hotspot
UK tourists visiting Costa del Sol warned as health officials confirm West Nile virus outbreak in Malaga region. Essential travel advice and symptoms to watch for.
NHS GP busts common cold weather myth
An NHS doctor reveals the truth about cold weather and illness, explaining what really makes us sick during winter months and how to properly protect yourself.
Chikungunya Virus: First Local Cases in New York
Health officials confirm first locally-acquired chikungunya cases in New York. Learn about symptoms, prevention, and why this mosquito-borne virus is causing concern.
Chikungunya Virus Alert: First Local Case in New York
Health officials confirm the first locally-acquired case of chikungunya virus in New York, raising concerns about mosquito-borne diseases spreading to new regions. Learn about symptoms, prevention, and travel advice.
US Bets Big to Break China's Rare Earth Monopoly
The Biden administration makes unprecedented investments in Western rare earth companies to secure critical minerals and challenge China's market dominance in green technology.
Chikungunya Virus: New York Reports First Local Cases
Health officials sound alarm as New York records its first locally-acquired chikungunya cases since 2014, warning of mosquito-borne virus spread.
China's New Pandemic Flu Threat in Livestock Sparks Global Fears
Scientists uncover dangerous new flu strain in Chinese livestock with pandemic potential, raising urgent concerns about global public health security and disease monitoring systems.
Chikungunya Outbreak Linked to COVID Restrictions
Health authorities sound alarm as chikungunya virus cases emerge in China and United States, with experts blaming pandemic measures for creating perfect storm conditions.
Shingles: Symptoms, Contagious Risks & NHS Vaccine
Discover everything you need to know about shingles - from the tell-tale rash signs to understanding contagious periods and accessing the NHS vaccination programme that could protect you.
Rare 50p Coin Could Be Worth Over £500
Discover how a rare 2009 Kew Gardens 50p coin hiding in your pocket change could be worth a small fortune to collectors.
COVID Experts Reveal 7 Crucial Protection Methods
Leading health specialists unveil essential protection strategies against evolving COVID variants. Discover the vital measures that could make all the difference this winter.
London restaurants raided over smuggled meat virus fears
Public health officials issue urgent warning after illegal meat shipments from high-risk countries discovered in London restaurants, posing serious disease threats including Crimean-Congo haemorrhagic fever.
Teen's hug gave dad fatal virus in tragic family story
A heartbreaking story of a 19-year-old girl who unknowingly passed a fatal virus to her father during a loving hug, leading to his tragic death just weeks later.
Contagious 'slapped cheek' virus warning for UK
Medical experts issue urgent warning about highly contagious parvovirus sweeping through Britain. Discover the early symptoms, including the distinctive 'slapped cheek' rash, and learn how to protect vulnerable groups from this silent spreader.
UK health alert as flu and COVID cases surge together
Health authorities sound the alarm as flu hospitalisations skyrocket by 75% while COVID infections continue to spread rapidly across Britain. Experts reveal which age groups are most at risk and what symptoms to watch for.
Victorian disease surges as new 'Stratuss' cough spreads
Health experts issue urgent warning as whooping cough cases surge to highest level in decades while new 'Stratuss' respiratory virus spreads rapidly across Britain.
Disease mosquitoes may invade UK due to climate change
Health officials warn that climate change could allow disease-carrying Aedes mosquitoes to breed in southern England by 2040-2050, potentially bringing dengue and Zika viruses to British shores.
NHS gives world's first RSV vaccine to baby
Groundbreaking NHS programme launches as newborn becomes first in the world to receive new RSV vaccine, marking a major milestone in child healthcare.
Bird flu pandemic warning as virus spreads to mammals
Leading scientists sound the alarm as H5N1 bird flu jumps to mammals worldwide, raising fears of potential human transmission. Exclusive analysis reveals the growing threat.
Urgent UK Mobile Security Alert: FluBot Malware Attack
Critical warning issued as sophisticated FluBot malware sweeps across Britain, stealing banking details and personal data through fake delivery notifications. Learn how to protect your device now.
Mourinho's Fenerbahçe hit by virus crisis before Lille clash
Jose Mourinho's Fenerbahçe debut thrown into chaos as viral outbreak sweeps through squad, forcing emergency training session cancellations days before decisive Champions League playoff.
Kremlin scientist: West plotting virus apocalypse
A top Russian scientist close to Vladimir Putin claims Western powers are developing a virus to eliminate humanity, leaving only a select few to be served by robots in a post-apocalyptic world.
Doctor's urgent warning: Avoid these 3 places
An NHS doctor reveals the three key locations where viruses spread fastest and shares crucial advice for protecting yourself and others during peak illness season.
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