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.
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Teen loses legs after flu turns to sepsis
A healthy teenager's ordinary flu symptoms spiralled into life-threatening sepsis, forcing doctors to amputate both legs in a medical nightmare that highlights crucial warning signs.
COVID or Flu? Your Essential Winter Symptom Checker
Struggling to tell COVID-19 from seasonal flu? Our comprehensive symptom checker reveals the key differences and when to seek medical help.
Woman's flu diagnosis reveals rare Victorian disease
A routine flu diagnosis turned into a medical mystery when a British woman discovered she'd contracted a rare Victorian-era illness doctors thought had disappeared from modern Britain.
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.
Gran loses fingers and toes after flu-like bug turns septic
A grandmother's life was turned upside down after a suspected case of sepsis, initially mistaken for flu, led to the amputation of all her fingers and toes. This harrowing story highlights the critical importance of recognising sepsis symptoms early.
Teen cancer survivor dies from sepsis after flu symptoms
In a heartbreaking turn of events, 18-year-old Amaan Iqbal Ali, who had recently beaten cancer, died from sepsis after initially showing what appeared to be flu symptoms. His family is now raising awareness about the dangers of sepsis.
Student's flu led to sepsis and quadruple amputation
A chilling warning for students and parents as a routine Freshers' flu escalates into life-threatening sepsis, leading to a quadruple amputation for one young man. Learn the critical signs doctors missed.
Get Your Flu Jab in October for Best Winter Protection
Health experts issue a crucial reminder to book your free NHS flu vaccination, highlighting October as the optimal window for building immunity ahead of the winter virus season.
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.
Eye pain leads to Multiple Sclerosis diagnosis
A young woman's unexplained eye pain and vision problems turned out to be early signs of Multiple Sclerosis. Discover the symptoms that led to her diagnosis and why doctors urge everyone to pay attention to neurological changes.
NHS Urges Flu Jabs for Pregnant Women and Children
The NHS intensifies its winter vaccination campaign, strongly advising pregnant women and young children to get protected as flu cases surge across the UK.
NHS Flu Vaccine Shortage Puts Women & Children at Risk
Exclusive: The NHS faces a critical shortage of the enhanced flu vaccine, prioritising vulnerable groups and leaving millions of women and children with limited protection this winter. Health officials issue stark warning.
Avian Flu Outbreak Confirmed in Massachusetts and Oregon
A highly pathogenic avian influenza strain has been detected in poultry flocks across Massachusetts and Oregon, prompting urgent containment measures and nationwide surveillance efforts.
Major H5N1 Bird Flu Outbreak Hits Australian Poultry Farm
Australia confirms its first major outbreak of the highly pathogenic H5N1 bird flu. As UK authorities ramp up biosecurity, we examine the global implications and the urgent measures being taken to protect farms and wildlife.
Deadly Cancer Warning: Infection Could Be A Symptom
UK medical experts issue an urgent alert after discovering a severe infection linked to kidney and blood cancers. Learn the critical signs to watch for that could save your life.
NHS Alert: 7 Key Symptoms That Signal Serious Illness
Groundbreaking research from Manchester University identifies crucial symptom patterns that could transform early diagnosis and save NHS resources. Discover the vital signs you shouldn't ignore.
Deadly Flu Complication Strikes Young Adults: UK Warning
Medical experts warn of a surge in life-threatening sepsis cases following influenza infection. Healthy young adults are particularly vulnerable to this rapid-onset complication.
BBQ Sausage Pain Could Hide Bowel Cancer Warning Signs
Leading surgeons issue urgent warning that persistent stomach pain after barbecues could be a red flag for colon cancer, as cases surge in younger adults.
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.
Breast cancer symptoms mistaken for COVID: study
A recent study highlights how breast cancer symptoms are being misdiagnosed as COVID-19 or flu, delaying crucial treatment. Experts urge awareness to prevent life-threatening consequences.
Child dies from flu at Sydney kindergarten
A heartbreaking incident in Sydney's Northern Beaches has left a community in mourning after a young child succumbed to flu complications at a local kindergarten. Health authorities urge vigilance as flu season peaks.
Man mistakes brain cancer for flu in tragic case
A man's flu-like symptoms were shockingly diagnosed as an aggressive brain tumour, highlighting the dangers of misdiagnosis.
Mum's flu diagnosis was actually heart failure
A mother shares her terrifying ordeal after being misdiagnosed with flu, only to discover weeks later she was suffering from life-threatening heart failure.
Face warning sign of high cholesterol revealed
Experts reveal a surprising facial symptom linked to high cholesterol that could signal serious health risks. Learn how to spot it and what to do next.
UKHSA warns of avian flu symptoms after human cases
The UK Health Security Agency has issued a warning after five cases of avian flu were detected in humans. Here's what you need to know to stay safe.
Flu-linked brain complication in kids: What to know
A rare but severe brain condition, acute necrotising encephalopathy (ANE), has been linked to flu in children. Experts warn parents to be vigilant about symptoms.
RFK Jr’s Ostrich Bird Flu Claim Raises Alarm
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. faced backlash after claiming an ostrich at a Canadian farm tested positive for avian flu, raising fears about the spread of the virus.
Early Dementia Signs Linked to Common Illnesses
New research reveals surprising connections between dementia symptoms and other health conditions. Learn the early warning signs and how to protect your brain health.
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