NHS faces winter virus surge as flu hospitalisations jump 9%
Hospital flu cases rise 9% in England post-Christmas, with ambulance handover delays hitting winter highs. Health chiefs urge public to get vaccinated as cold snap adds pressure.
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US Flu Crisis: Child Deaths Rise as Cases Surge
The US flu season intensifies with nine paediatric deaths and record hospitalisations. Health officials urge vaccination despite concerns over the dominant H3N2 strain. Read the latest.
US 'Super Flu' Cases Surge 53%, Hospitals Bring Back Masks
A dangerous new flu strain is exploding across the US, with hospitalisations nearly double last year's rate. Hospitals are reintroducing mask mandates and visitor limits.
Over 3,000 flu patients in hospital before Christmas
NHS England data reveals over 3,000 daily flu hospitalisations before Christmas. Health Secretary Wes Streeting warns 'we are not out of the woods' despite a slight dip in cases. Read the latest.
New 'K' Flu Variant Hits US Children Hard
A highly contagious new flu variant, H3N2 subclade K, is causing severe illness across the US. Experts warn of high fevers and dehydration. Get vaccinated now to limit severity.
Wes Streeting Vows New Year Talks to End Junior Doctors' Strike
Health Secretary Wes Streeting commits to fresh talks in January to resolve the junior doctors' pay dispute, as strikes continue amid record flu hospitalisations. Read the latest.
NHS faces 'unprecedented' super flu wave: 9 key facts
New NHS data reveals a sharp 18% rise in 'super flu' hospitalisations, with nearly 1,000 more cases. Discover the latest stats and what it means for the health service.
UK Super Flu Surge Shows Signs of Slowing Before Christmas
New NHS data suggests the UK's severe flu outbreak may be stabilising, with public health measures and vaccinations potentially easing pressure on hospitals just in time for the festive season.
NHS has no proven treatments for severe flu, experts warn
Leading scientists reveal the NHS has no proven drugs for severe influenza as a new H3N2 strain sweeps England. A major trial is now underway to find effective treatments.
Record Flu Cases and Strikes Push NHS to Brink
Britons urged to wear face masks as NHS confronts a 'flunami' of flu, Covid, and RSV. Record hospitalisations and looming junior doctor strikes threaten a 'historic crisis' this winter.
Worst Ever UK Flu Season Could See 8,000 Hospitalised
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's worst flu crisis in years as mutant strain spreads
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.
Record flu hospitalisations strain NHS ahead of Christmas
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.
UK Flu Hospitalisations Jump by a Third Amid 'Nastier' Strain
A severe mutant flu strain is driving a sharp rise in UK hospital admissions. Experts warn of a 'quad-demic' threat and advise considering masks to curb the spread. Get the latest figures and health advice.
Infant Botulism Outbreak: 37 Cases in Formula Recall
Health officials investigate a US-wide infant botulism outbreak with 37 cases linked to recalled ByHeart formula. Learn the symptoms and safety steps for parents.
Newborn abandoned in Brazilian field fights for life
Farmers discovered an abandoned newborn girl with umbilical cord attached in a rural Brazilian field. The infant is fighting for her life after overnight exposure.
31 infants hospitalised in US formula botulism outbreak
An outbreak of infant botulism linked to recalled ByHeart formula has resulted in 31 hospitalisations across 15 US states. Health officials urge immediate action.
US Baby Formula Recall Over Botulism Fears
Health officials issue a 'do not use' warning for ByHeart infant formula after 23 hospitalisations across 13 US states. Learn the symptoms and safety steps.
Families sue over baby formula recall after botulism
Parents are taking legal action against ByHeart after their babies contracted infant botulism from the company's formula, leading to a nationwide recall. Learn the full story and what steps to take.
Baby Formula Recalled Over Botulism Bacteria Fears
ByHeart issues urgent baby formula recall after botulism bacteria found. Check your batch codes now. Multiple infants hospitalised across the US.
Flu Hospitalisations Soar 75% in UK NHS Winter Crisis
UK hospitals face mounting pressure as flu admissions surge by over 75% in a week, with experts warning of a perfect storm of respiratory illnesses threatening to overwhelm the NHS this winter.
UK health alert as flu and COVID cases surge simultaneously
Health authorities sound alarm as flu hospitalisations skyrocket 75% in a week while COVID rates climb, putting unprecedented pressure on NHS services across Britain.
New Eris COVID Variant Drives UK Hospitalisation Surge
Exclusive: The new EG.5 or 'Eris' COVID-19 variant is driving a sharp increase in hospital admissions across the UK, with vulnerable patients urged to take precautions as the virus evolves.
UK Virus Hospitalisations Hit Record High: CDC Alert
A highly contagious virus is driving unprecedented hospitalisations across the UK, with the CDC urging for immediate mass vaccinations to curb the alarming spread.
30,000 UK Babies Enrolled in Landmark Health Study
A groundbreaking £10m study will track 30,000 babies across the UK from birth to map their health, development, and environment, aiming to tackle major childhood inequalities.
Westminster Tragedy: Infant Dies in 15th-Floor Window Fall
A devastating incident in Westminster has claimed the life of a one-year-old girl after she fell from a 15th-floor apartment window. Emergency services responded but were unable to save the child.
Kerala's infant mortality rate beats United States
In a remarkable public health achievement, the Indian state of Kerala has reported a lower infant mortality rate than the United States, challenging global perceptions and setting a new benchmark for healthcare in developing nations.
Mom's Facebook plea diagnoses baby's brain bleed
A desperate Wisconsin mother's social media post leads to a life-saving diagnosis for her infant son after multiple hospital visits failed to detect a serious brain injury.
Cheerleader charged after newborn found abandoned in trash
A Kentucky high school cheerleader, Laken Snelling, faces serious charges after her newborn baby was discovered abandoned in a rubbish bin. The community is in shock as details of the case emerge.
Updated Breast Milk Storage Guidelines Revealed
Groundbreaking UK research challenges traditional advice on storing breast milk. Discover the new evidence-based timelines for maximising nutritional quality and safety for your baby.
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