NHS 24-Hour Flu Rule as Hospital Cases Rise 9%
The NHS has issued urgent flu advice as hospitalisations surge. Learn the '24-hour rule' for germs and key steps to protect yourself and others this winter.
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Three Major Virus Threats Identified for 2026
An infectious diseases expert names Influenza A, mpox, and Oropouche virus as key threats for 2026, warning of potential pandemics and global spread. Learn the risks.
New 'Super Flu' Strain Hits US with Severe Symptoms
A new influenza variant, subclade K, is causing severe week-long fevers and hospitalisations across the US. Experts warn the surge has not peaked. Learn the symptoms and why vaccination remains crucial.
Record 'Super Flu' Cases Hit US, New Strain K Emerges
A new influenza A H3N2 variant, subclade K, is causing severe illness across the US and globally. Cases surge, children hospitalised. Learn the symptoms and risks.
Severe 'Super Flu' Sweeps US, Child Deaths Reported
A severe new 'super flu' strain is sweeping the US, causing critical illness and child fatalities. Hospitalisations surge 54% in a week. Experts urge vaccination as cases hit a 25-year high.
Bird flu outbreak at third Nottinghamshire farm
A third farm in Nottinghamshire has confirmed a bird flu outbreak, prompting a 3km protection zone. All poultry will be culled. Follow for breaking UK news updates.
Bird flu outbreak at third Nottinghamshire farm
A third commercial poultry farm in Nottinghamshire has been confirmed with the H5N1 bird flu strain. A 3km protection zone is now in place. Read the latest updates and official response.
Couple Die After Being Denied Hospital Treatment, Probe Launched
Health chiefs investigate after an elderly couple died from flu following claims they were told no doctor was available. Their daughter demands answers and change.
Couple die after hospital turns them away, citing no doctor
The family of Margaret Wing, 64, and Steven Jackson, 76, claim they died of Influenza A after being told no doctor was available at Inverell Hospital. Their daughter demands answers and accountability.
Couple Die After Hospital 'No Doctor' Refusal, Family Claims
The family of Margaret Wing, 64, and Steven Jackson, 76, say they died of Influenza A after Inverell Hospital allegedly said no doctor was available. Their daughter demands answers from NSW Health.
30 US States in Worst Tier for Flu Activity
CDC data reveals a severe flu surge, with 30 states at 'very high' activity. A new H3N2 subclade K variant, mismatched to the vaccine, is dominant. Health officials urge vaccination.
Five-year-old dies after severe flu in US surge
Influencer Paul Kim's five-year-old son, Micah, has died after an 11-day battle with severe influenza. The tragic case comes amid the worst US flu season in nearly 15 years. Read the full story.
Edinburgh Zoo's Wee Waddle Axed Amid Bird Flu Fears
Edinburgh Zoo postpones its popular penguin parade, the Wee Waddle, to protect birds from avian influenza. Enhanced bio-security measures are now in place.
New Flu Variant Fuels Rapid Rise in US Cases
A new flu variant, subclade K, is driving a rapid increase in US cases. Experts urge vaccination as holiday travel is expected to worsen the outbreak. Learn the key facts and risks.
Boy, 11, dies from severe flu before Christmas
Tragic story of Jace Watkins, 11, who died from flu complications before opening his presents. A stark reminder of the virus's severity. Read more and learn about flu risks.
11-year-old boy dies from severe flu before Christmas
Jace Watkins, 11, tragically died from flu complications on December 27. The previously healthy boy suffered a seizure and was placed on a ventilator. Read more about this heartbreaking case and flu risks.
Record US flu surge hits New York amid holiday travel
US flu cases surge to record levels, with New York hardest hit. A new variant and low vaccination rates raise concerns. Health officials urge public to get vaccinated and take precautions.
Australian Flu Cases Quadruple, Urgent Booster Call
Australia faces a severe flu wave with cases four times higher than last year. Health chiefs urge booster shots as a new H3N2 'K variant' spreads. Protect yourself this holiday season.
Bird flu pandemic tipping point identified by scientists
New modelling reveals authorities have a critical two-day window to quarantine cases and prevent a bird flu pandemic. Discover the urgent findings from India's latest research.
US 'Super Flu' Surge Sees Hospitalisations Soar by 50%
A dangerous new 'super flu' strain and the latest Covid variant are driving a winter surge in the US, prompting school closures and renewed mask mandates. Learn the symptoms and risks.
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.
Early flu surge pressures European healthcare, WHO warns
The WHO reports a severe flu season across Europe, driven by a new strain. Vaccination is urged to lower the risk of serious illness, especially for vulnerable groups.
12-year-old in coma after flu dismissed as 'school bug'
Jessica Williamson, 12, ended up in an induced coma with sepsis after her flu symptoms were dismissed. Her mother urges flu vaccinations and second medical opinions.
NHS 'Super Flu' Crisis: Doctor Warns as Cases Soar
ITV's Dr Nighat Arif warns of a 'more virulent' H3N2 'super flu' straining the NHS, with 2,660 daily hospital cases. Learn the symptoms and how to protect yourself.
US 'Super Flu' Cases Skyrocket Weeks Ahead of Schedule
A dangerous new flu strain, H3N2 subclade K, is driving a sharp early surge across the US, prompting school closures and renewed mask mandates. Health officials urge vaccinations.
Flu hospitalisations soar: How to tell it from a cold
Flu cases are surging across the UK, with hospitalisations up 55% in a week. A GP explains the key differences between flu and a cold, symptoms, treatment, and how to get the flu vaccine.
Widow: Associate's Flu Led to Richardson's Death
Amanda Richardson believes her husband, Labor legend Graham Richardson, would be alive if not for contracting influenza from an associate. The infection led to fatal pneumonia.
A/H3N2 K Flu Variant Behind 90% of UK Cases
The UK's flu season has started weeks early, dominated by the A/H3N2 K variant. Experts explain its impact, vaccine efficacy, and urge prompt vaccination to curb severe illness.
China's H3N2 flu outbreak overwhelms hospitals
Hospitals across 17 Chinese provinces are overwhelmed by a severe H3N2 influenza outbreak, with children hardest hit. Read the latest on the response and risks.
Bird Flu 'Carnage' Warning for UK Swans
Experts warn of 'beginning of the end' for UK swans as bird flu outbreak causes dozens of deaths in Kent. Volunteers fear winter migration will bring carnage.
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