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Deadly Meningitis Outbreak: UK Health Alert

UKHSA issues urgent warning as invasive meningococcal disease cases surge across England. Learn the critical symptoms and who's most at risk in this developing health crisis.

New COVID Variants Bring Unusual Symptoms to UK

Health experts warn of emerging COVID variants causing distinctive new symptoms including severe night sweats and sleep disturbances. Latest UKHSA data reveals unusual patterns as autumn wave begins.

UK Health Alert: Avoid Animal Contact Amid Outbreak

The UK Health Security Agency has issued an urgent alert after a significant rise in gastrointestinal infections linked to contact with farm animals and reptiles. Here's what you need to know to stay safe.

New Covid 'Stratius' Strain Has Peculiar Symptoms

Health officials are monitoring a new Covid-19 variant dubbed 'Stratius'. Experts reveal its peculiar symptoms differ from classic signs, with sore throat and runny nose now less common.

UK homes told to open windows daily in health alert

A stark new warning from the UK Health Security Agency advises all households to ventilate their homes for 10 minutes daily to combat a dangerous build-up of indoor air pollution from cooking, cleaning, and heating.

Urgent MMR Vaccine Call as UK Measles Cases Surge

UK health officials issue an urgent plea for parents to check children's MMR vaccine status as measles outbreaks spread rapidly across England, with a major surge in cases in the West Midlands.

UKHSA Urge Testing For Cold-Like Symptoms

Health officials issue a stark warning as a nasty winter bug, mimicking a common cold, sweeps across the UK. Learn the key signs and why a test is crucial to protect the vulnerable.

Urgent UK Health Alert Over Contaminated Chicken

Health officials issue a major product recall for contaminated cooked chicken sold nationwide. Public urged to check fridges and freezers as product is linked to a dangerous E.coli outbreak.

UK Govt Issues RED Alert for Dangerous 36-Hour Heatwave

The UK Health Security Agency and Met Office have issued a joint red alert, warning of a severe 36-hour heatwave with potentially dangerous health impacts. Get the full forecast and essential safety advice.

UK Botulism Outbreak: Urgent Health Warning Issued

Health officials are urgently investigating a botulism outbreak in the UK. This rare but life-threatening illness is linked to a specific food product. Learn the critical symptoms to watch for and the latest safety advice.

UK Warning: Flesh-Eating Bacteria in Coastal Waters

The UK Health Security Agency has issued a stark warning about Vibrio vulnificus, a rare but deadly flesh-eating bacteria found in coastal waters. Rising sea temperatures are increasing the risk, with severe infections leading to amputations or death with

UK warns of chikungunya virus risks from mosquitoes

Health authorities in the UK have issued warnings about the potential spread of the chikungunya virus, a mosquito-borne disease, as cases rise globally. Learn about symptoms, risks, and prevention.

UK approves first chikungunya vaccine

The UK has authorised a groundbreaking vaccine against chikungunya, a painful mosquito-borne virus, as climate change increases the risk of tropical diseases spreading to temperate regions.

UK heat-health alerts as temperatures soar

The UK Health Security Agency has issued heat-health alerts across most of England, warning of potential risks to vulnerable groups as temperatures soar this week.

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