Wes Streeting Pledges New Year Talks with Junior Doctors
Health Secretary Wes Streeting commits to post-strike talks with junior doctors in January as NHS faces dual pressure of industrial action and record flu levels. Read the latest.
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NHS faces 'unprecedented' super flu wave: 9 key facts
New NHS data reveals a sharp 18% rise in 'super flu' hospitalisations, with nearly 1,000 more cases. Discover the latest stats and what it means for the health service.
UK Super Flu Surge Shows Signs of Slowing Before Christmas
New NHS data suggests the UK's severe flu outbreak may be stabilising, with public health measures and vaccinations potentially easing pressure on hospitals just in time for the festive season.
CDC Urges Flu Vaccines After Record Child Deaths
US health officials issue urgent call for flu vaccination as a concerning new virus variant circulates. Last season saw a record 288 paediatric deaths, with many preventable.
Child ICU Cases Rise Amid Record Winter Flu Admissions
NHS data reveals a record number of flu patients in hospitals for this time of year, with child intensive care admissions rising. Health officials warn the NHS is 'nowhere near out of the woods yet'.
Flu hospital admissions hit record high, NHS on high alert
Flu patients in NHS hospitals in England surged by 18% last week, reaching an all-time high for this time of year. Health chiefs warn the service is 'nowhere near out of the woods' as industrial action continues.
Flu Cases at Record High, NHS on High Alert During Strikes
Hospitals face a double crisis as flu hospitalisations reach record levels for December, compounded by a five-day strike by resident doctors. Officials warn the NHS is 'nowhere near out of the woods'.
Record 'Super Flu' Hospital Cases as H3N2 Strain Spreads
NHS faces a 'tidal wave' of flu as mutated H3N2 strain drives record hospitalisations. See the latest data and map for your area. Get your flu jab now.
Record flu hospitalisations hit NHS amid junior doctors' strike
Flu hospital admissions in England hit a record high, with over 3,100 beds filled daily. The NHS faces a 'perfect storm' as a five-day junior doctors' strike compounds winter pressures. Read the latest.
NHS has no proven treatments for severe flu, experts warn
Leading scientists reveal the NHS has no proven drugs for severe influenza as a new H3N2 strain sweeps England. A major trial is now underway to find effective treatments.
Should healthy young people get a flu jab before Christmas?
As a 'superflu' wave strains the NHS, a GP explains why young, healthy adults should consider a flu vaccine to protect vulnerable relatives this Christmas. Key facts and deadlines.
12-year-old in coma after flu dismissed as 'school bug'
Jessica Williamson, 12, ended up in an induced coma with sepsis after her flu symptoms were dismissed. Her mother urges flu vaccinations and second medical opinions.
H3N2 flu symptoms surge in UK: Key signs to spot
A pharmacist reveals the key symptoms of the spreading H3N2 flu strain in the UK and how to protect yourself. Learn the signs and essential prevention tips.
NHS 'Super Flu' Crisis: Doctor Warns as Cases Soar
ITV's Dr Nighat Arif warns of a 'more virulent' H3N2 'super flu' straining the NHS, with 2,660 daily hospital cases. Learn the symptoms and how to protect yourself.
H3N2 'Super Flu' Symptoms Named as Cases Surge
A new H3N2 flu strain is surging across the UK, with hospitals under pressure. A pharmacist reveals the early symptoms to watch for and when to seek help.
US 'Super Flu' Cases Skyrocket Weeks Ahead of Schedule
A dangerous new flu strain, H3N2 subclade K, is driving a sharp early surge across the US, prompting school closures and renewed mask mandates. Health officials urge vaccinations.
Doctors' Leaders Deny Christmas Strike Will Cause Deaths
BMA leaders insist the five-day Christmas strike by resident doctors is not reckless, arguing the real danger is doctors leaving the NHS. Read the full story on the escalating NHS crisis.
NHS mask advice for severe flu season explained
As the UK faces a severe flu season, NHS leaders advise symptomatic people to wear masks. We examine the evidence on mask effectiveness against the H3N2 strain.
NHS doctors strike as 'super flu' overwhelms hospitals
A resident doctor explains why NHS medics are walking out despite a severe winter flu crisis, detailing burnout, pay disputes, and a battle for public support. Read her powerful first-hand account.
Flu hospitalisations soar: How to tell it from a cold
Flu cases are surging across the UK, with hospitalisations up 55% in a week. A GP explains the key differences between flu and a cold, symptoms, treatment, and how to get the flu vaccine.
H3N2 flu cases surge 56% as NHS warns of 'tidal wave'
Health bosses warn the UK faces its worst flu season in decades as the H3N2 strain drives a 56% surge in hospital admissions. Experts urge vaccination and mask-wearing to curb the outbreak.
Girl's post-flu leg pain reveals rare childhood myositis
A nine-year-old's severe leg pain after flu turned out to be acute childhood myositis. Her mother urges UK parents to listen to their children and trust their instincts.
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.
Save money on cold and flu medicines with this simple swap
As flu cases rise, experts urge Brits to swap expensive branded medicines for cheaper generic versions with the same active ingredients. Save money this winter.
UK H3N2 Flu Cases Surge 56% as NHS Issues Warning
UK health bosses warn of severe H3N2 flu outbreak. Hospital admissions soar 56%. Experts urge vaccination and masks. Learn symptoms and prevention advice.
Pharmacist: Common cold medication can make you feel worse
A UK pharmacist warns that misusing common cold and flu remedies can prolong illness. Learn the key mistakes to avoid and how to recover effectively this winter.
NHS flu jab crisis as staff uptake plummets before Christmas
Alarming data reveals fewer than one in ten frontline NHS staff are vaccinated against flu at some trusts, as health bosses warn of a record outbreak and looming doctors' strike. Urgent action is needed.
Mutant Flu Strain Fuels Record UK Hospital Admissions
A mutated H3N2 flu virus is causing a record-breaking surge in UK hospital cases. Officials warn of a 'national response' as admissions could triple. Discover the risks and vaccine effectiveness.
Health chiefs urge masks as flu admissions hit record high
The UKHSA urges the public to wear masks if unwell to curb a record flu surge. With hospital admissions up 56%, get the latest winter health guidance.
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.
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