Junior doctors in England begin a five-day walkout, rejecting a government pay offer. The strike coincides with record flu hospitalisations, intensifying pressure on the NHS. Health leaders urge the public to get vaccinated.
Up to half of England's medical workforce begins a five-day strike over pay. Search our interactive map to see if your hospital is affected and what to do if you need care.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Public opinion splits over junior doctors' five-day pre-Christmas strike as flu admissions hit record highs. Read the debate on pay, timing, and NHS underfunding.
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.
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.
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.
Resident doctors will strike for five days before Christmas after rejecting a government offer. Health Secretary Wes Streeting calls the timing 'irresponsible' as flu hospitalisations soar. Read the full details.
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.
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 are rising sharply across the UK. NHS guidance warns three specific symptoms require immediate emergency care. Learn the signs and high-risk groups.
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 health bosses warn of severe H3N2 flu outbreak. Hospital admissions soar 56%. Experts urge vaccination and masks. Learn symptoms and prevention advice.
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.
Health officials advise masks and other precautions as flu cases rise. Should masks be reintroduced? Have your say in our poll and comments.
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.
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.
The A/H3N2 K flu variant is behind 90% of cases this season, starting weeks early. Experts urge vaccination despite potential lower efficacy. Learn the key facts.
The UK's flu season has started weeks early, dominated by the A/H3N2 K variant. Experts explain its impact, vaccine efficacy, and urge prompt vaccination to curb severe illness.
BBC Breakfast's Naga Munchetty warns of 'really serious' flu surge with hospitalisations up 56%. NHS faces unprecedented pressure as experts urge public to get vaccinated.
NHS warns of unprecedented flu crisis with cases quadrupling next week. Strike action and a 'nastier' H3N2 strain threaten to push hospitals to breaking point. Get your flu jab now.
Scotland faces its worst flu crisis in years as a mutated H3N2 strain drives a 70% weekly rise in hospitalisations. Public health officials urge vaccination as the NHS braces for extreme pressure.
England's Chief Medical Officer Sir Chris Whitty urges over-65s to take immediate action against infections like flu and Covid-19, which can spike heart attack and stroke risks. Get vaccinated now to ensure protection for Christmas gatherings.
Flu patients in England's hospitals are at a record level for December, 56% higher than last year. NHS warns of an 'unprecedented wave' as the season peaks. Get your flu jab now.
Flu patients in English hospitals are at a record level for December, 56% higher than 2024. The NHS warns of an 'unprecedented wave' as the season peaks. Get your flu jab now.
Flu patients in English hospitals are at a record high for December, with numbers 56% above last year. Health chiefs warn of an 'unprecedented wave' as the NHS faces strikes. Get your flu jab now.