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Girl, 12, dies after flu misdiagnosis

Azzurra Breda tragically died on New Year's Eve after doctors sent her home with flu symptoms. An investigation is now underway. Learn the signs of pneumonia.

Jenny Agutter's long-term shingles health battle

Call The Midwife star Jenny Agutter opens up about her painful five-year shingles struggle and addresses retirement rumours as the BBC drama returns. Read her full health update.

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.

Existing drugs offer new hope for Alzheimer's treatment

Groundbreaking research identifies three existing medicines - Viagra, a shingles vaccine and an MND drug - as promising candidates for repurposing to treat Alzheimer's disease, potentially transforming lives for one million Britons.

Menopause brain fog nearly destroyed my career

A successful professional shares her harrowing journey through menopause brain fog that threatened her livelihood, and the crucial warning signs every woman should know.

'Head cold' was actually brain aneurysm - mother's warning

A mother's terrifying ordeal after doctors repeatedly dismissed her worsening symptoms as a simple head cold, only to discover she was suffering from a life-threatening condition that required emergency brain surgery.

Flu vs COVID: Spot the Crucial Differences

As winter viruses surge, learn how to distinguish between flu and COVID-19 symptoms, understand the latest strains, and discover when to seek medical help.

Silent Brain Tumour Signs: Beyond Headaches

Medical experts reveal the subtle warning signs of brain tumours that extend far beyond persistent headaches, including vision changes and personality shifts that could save lives through early detection.

Migraine Warning: Brain Tumour Signs You Must Know

New research reveals persistent migraines may indicate serious underlying conditions. Learn the crucial symptoms that differentiate ordinary headaches from potential brain tumour warnings.

NHS free shingles vaccine may slash dementia risk

Groundbreaking NHS programme offers free shingles vaccination to millions of over-70s, with research showing it could dramatically reduce dementia risk by preventing viral attacks on the brain.

NHS: 7 Symptoms You Should Never Ignore

The NHS has identified seven crucial health warning signs that could indicate serious underlying conditions. Discover what symptoms demand immediate medical attention.

NHS Urgent Blood Clot Warning: Critical Signs

The NHS has issued a crucial warning about potentially fatal blood clots, revealing the subtle symptoms that could save your life. Learn the critical signs and when to seek emergency care.

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.

Hidden Heart Attack Sign You Must Know

Medical experts reveal a surprising early warning sign of heart attacks that often goes unnoticed. Learn how to spot this subtle symptom and when to seek urgent medical attention.

COVID, Flu, RSV, Cold: Spot the Difference

As winter viruses surge across the UK, our comprehensive guide helps you distinguish between COVID-19, influenza, RSV and common cold symptoms to ensure you get the right care.

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