NHS to offer chickenpox vaccine to all children
The NHS will offer the chickenpox jab to all children in a landmark move to curb outbreaks and prevent serious complications, following JCVI advice.
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England's Infant Vaccine Crisis: Experts Sound Alarm
Health officials issue urgent warning as childhood vaccination rates across England fall dangerously below WHO safety thresholds, risking resurgence of preventable diseases.
Shingles vaccine cuts heart attack and stroke risk
A major new study suggests the shingles vaccine does more than prevent the painful rash—it could dramatically cut the risk of heart attacks and strokes, even for younger adults.
MMR Vaccine Uptake Crisis Hits UK Schools
Exclusive investigation reveals how dangerous anti-vaccine myths are fuelling a worrying decline in MMR uptake across UK schools, putting children at risk of measles outbreaks and creating a public health emergency.
NHS Urges Millions to Get Winter Vaccines Amid Health Warning
Health chiefs sound alarm as vulnerable groups urged to get protected against deadly respiratory illnesses ahead of winter surge. Full eligibility criteria revealed.
Qld MPs back police powers for instant DV orders
Queensland Parliament approves controversial legislation granting police authority to issue on-the-spot domestic violence protection orders, sparking intense debate over civil liberties and victim safety.
Anti-vax father blames family for Cambridge grad's death
The father of a Cambridge University graduate who died from a rare disease blamed her family for not pushing conventional medicine, a coroner's court heard, in a case highlighting the anti-vaccine movement's tragic consequences.
UK Whooping Cough Alert: Cases Surge 250%
Health officials issue a stark warning as whooping cough cases skyrocket by 250% in a year. Learn the symptoms, risks, and how to protect your family from this highly contagious disease.
Wieambilla Ambush: Two Police Officers and Neighbour Slain
A routine welfare check in rural Queensland turned into a deadly ambush, claiming the lives of two young police officers and an innocent neighbour. The tragic incident at a remote Wieambilla property has shocked Australia and sparked a major investigation
Daniel Morcombe's Parents Back Qld's Offender Register
Bruce and Denise Morcombe, the grieving parents of Daniel Morcombe, back Queensland's groundbreaking new public child sex offender register. Discover how 'Daniel's Law' aims to empower parents and enhance community safety.
CDC Deploys Team to Contain Texas Measles Outbreak
US health officials scramble to contain a growing measles outbreak in Texas. The CDC has dispatched an emergency response team amid concerns over declining vaccination rates and potential wider transmission.
Urgent '100-Day Cough' Warning For UK Holidaymakers
Returning travellers are being urged to watch for symptoms of highly contagious whooping cough after UK health officials report a significant spike in cases.
UK Measles Crisis: Cases Soar 3,000% as Alert Declared
Health officials sound alarm as measles outbreaks surge across England, driven by low MMR vaccination rates. Latest NHS data reveals a dramatic spike in cases, putting unvaccinated children at serious risk.
Sunshine Coast Lockdown: Armed Police Hunt Gunman
Exclusive: Sunshine Coast residents in lockdown as specialist police, including the Critical Incident Response Team, scour bushland for an armed suspect following a dramatic shooting incident near a popular shopping precinct. Ongoing manhunt continues.
Brisbane Story Bridge Pro-Palestine Protest Banned
Queensland Police enforce a blanket ban on a planned pro-Palestine protest across Brisbane's iconic Story Bridge this Sunday, citing severe traffic and public safety concerns.
Queensland Corruption: 33% Witnessed It, 54% Silent
A damning report from Queensland's corruption watchdog reveals a deep-seated culture of silence, with 33% of public servants witnessing corruption and 54% failing to report it. Discover the alarming findings and the call for urgent reform.
UK Doctors Urge Covid Jabs for All Children Aged 5-11
The Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health updates its official stance, strongly recommending vaccination for healthy children aged 5-11 amid rising hospitalisations and new variant concerns.
Rabies alert: Hundreds exposed after dog attack
Health officials warn of potential rabies exposure after an infected dog bit multiple children, sparking a major public health response.
Queensland toughens laws after Emma Lovell murder
Queensland introduces stricter laws for adult offenders following the tragic death of Emma Lovell, as her family fights for justice.
Queensland flu outbreak: Children at risk as cases surge
Health officials in Queensland sound the alarm as influenza cases spike among children, urging parents to take preventive measures.
Measles outbreak in Adelaide linked to Bali travellers
Health officials issue urgent warnings as measles cases linked to Bali trips emerge in Adelaide, urging vigilance and vaccination checks.
CDC expands polio travel warning to new countries
The CDC has expanded its polio travel warning to include new destinations. Here’s what travellers need to know to stay safe.
Toddler dies after mum blames anti-vaxxers in viral post
A grieving mother blames anti-vaccine rhetoric after her two-year-old son succumbs to a preventable illness, sparking outrage and sorrow.
FDA approves Pfizer COVID vaccine for children 5-11
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted emergency use authorisation for Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine in children aged 5 to 11, marking a pivotal moment in paediatric healthcare during the pandemic.
Baby critical after Bilinga crash
A baby was rushed to hospital following a terrifying collision in Bilinga, Queensland, as emergency services battled to save the child. The shocking incident has left locals in disbelief.
US buys 100M doses of Moderna's updated COVID vaccine
The Biden administration has purchased 100 million doses of Moderna's newly updated COVID-19 vaccine, targeting the latest variants ahead of the autumn vaccination campaign.
UK Faces Surge in Measles, Whooping Cough & COVID-19
Health experts warn of a sharp rise in preventable diseases like measles and whooping cough, alongside lingering COVID-19 threats. Vaccination rates decline, sparking public health concerns.
WHO warns of polio resurgence in Pakistan and Afghanistan
The World Health Organization raises alarm over rising polio cases in Pakistan and Afghanistan, citing security issues and vaccine hesitancy as major hurdles.
New STI jab rolled out as drug-resistant cases rise
Public health chiefs are urgently rolling out a new vaccination to combat one of Britain's most common sexually transmitted infections as drug-resistant cases surge.
NHS England expands HPV vaccine to boys aged 12-13
In a landmark decision, NHS England has extended the HPV vaccine programme to include boys aged 12-13, aiming to eradicate cervical cancer and reduce HPV-related diseases.
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