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Free Flu Jab 2024: Who Qualifies?

Millions of Brits can get free flu vaccines this autumn. Discover if you're eligible for NHS protection against seasonal influenza and where to get your jab.

12 Groups Eligible for Free NHS Flu Jab

Discover if you qualify for a complimentary NHS flu vaccine this season. Our comprehensive guide outlines all 12 eligible groups and explains why vaccination matters more than ever.

NHS expands free flu jab eligibility for winter

The NHS has significantly expanded its free flu vaccination programme for winter 2024/25, now including people with learning disabilities, carers, and household contacts of vulnerable individuals. Discover if you qualify for protection.

First flu death of season confirmed in UK

Public Health England confirms first influenza-related death amid rising cases, prompting urgent warnings for vulnerable groups to get vaccinated ahead of winter peak.

Why Police Can't Recover Your Stolen Phone

Exclusive investigation reveals why British police struggle to retrieve stolen mobile phones despite advanced tracking technology, as brazen thieves exploit legal loopholes and overwhelmed forces.

Flu vs COVID: Expert Reveals 5 Key Differences

A leading health expert explains how to distinguish between flu and COVID-19 symptoms as cases rise across the UK. Learn the key differences in duration, symptom onset, and tell-tale signs.

UK Flu Crisis: 75% Surge in Hospital Cases Sparks Warning

New NHS data reveals a dramatic 75% increase in flu hospitalisations across England, with experts warning the outbreak is accelerating faster than anticipated. Health officials urge vulnerable groups to get vaccinated immediately.

Bangladesh's Record Dengue Outbreak: 1,476 Dead

Bangladesh faces its worst dengue outbreak on record, with hospitals overwhelmed and fatalities soaring as the virus spreads beyond its typical seasonal peak, raising major public health alarms.

UK Flu Jabs Roll Out Early Amid Severe Season Warning

Pharmacies across the UK are administering flu vaccines earlier than usual. Health officials urge the public to get protected amid warnings of a potentially severe flu season and ongoing COVID-19 pressures.

Texas Mom Dies From Brain Haemorrhage After Catching Flu

A healthy Texas mother-of-three, Witten Daniel, tragically died from a brain haemorrhage after a common flu virus aggravated a previously undetected brain condition known as a cavernoma. Her family shares their heartbreaking story to raise awareness.

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