Mystery illness outbreak investigated across England
Public Health England launches urgent investigation as unexplained vomiting and diarrhoea cases emerge in Birmingham, Bridgwater, and surrounding areas. Health authorities work to identify source.
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UK-wide meningitis alert as contagious strain spreads
Health officials issue nationwide alert as highly contagious meningitis strain spreads rapidly. Symptoms, risks and prevention measures explained.
Teen's hug gave dad fatal virus in tragic family story
A heartbreaking story of a 19-year-old girl who unknowingly passed a fatal virus to her father during a loving hug, leading to his tragic death just weeks later.
Baby's red ears revealed deadly sepsis condition
A mother's instinct and attention to unusual red ears helped doctors diagnose life-threatening sepsis in her baby boy, leading to emergency treatment and recovery.
Graduate, 23, dies from meningitis days after symptoms
A promising university graduate died from meningitis just days after falling ill, with her family initially believing she had freshers' flu. The 23-year-old's sudden deterioration serves as a tragic warning about the deadly disease.
Ginny Lemon hospitalised with meningitis
RuPaul's Drag Race UK favourite Ginny Lemon reveals serious meningitis battle and hospitalisation, sharing health journey with fans
NHS Alert: 2 Critical Meningitis Signs for Parents
Health experts reveal crucial early warning symptoms of deadly meningitis that could save your child's life. Learn to spot the signs before it's too late.
Student's freshers flu was deadly sepsis
A university fresher's week illness turned into a life-threatening sepsis battle after doctors initially dismissed his symptoms as freshers' flu. Read the shocking story of survival.
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.
Bishop reveals near-fatal meningitis battle in emotional video
The Bishop of London opens up about her near-fatal encounter with meningitis and how it transformed her perspective on life and faith in powerful new footage.
Newcastle University student dies from suspected meningitis
Newcastle University mourns the loss of a first-year student who passed away after a short illness, with suspected meningitis prompting health warnings across campus.
Schoolgirl's neck pain revealed deadly sepsis
Eight-year-old Jessica Breeze's ordinary neck pain turned into a life-threatening sepsis battle. Her family shares crucial symptoms every parent must know to spot this silent killer.
CDC Alert: Deadly Bacteria Causes Severe Infections in US
The CDC has issued a nationwide alert after a rare and potentially fatal bacteria, Neisseria meningitidis, was found to cause serious bloodstream and joint infections in the US. Learn about the symptoms and risks.
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.
Student's Meningitis Death Sparks Family's Urgent Warning
The heartbroken family of a first-year university student who died from meningitis issues a vital warning to all students and parents about the deadly signs to watch for.
Urgent 48-hour meningitis warning as cases surge 50%
UKHSA alerts public as invasive meningococcal disease cases rise sharply across England, with students and young adults most at risk. Symptoms and emergency signs explained.
Student's 'Freshers Flu' Was Deadly Sepsis
A university fresher's common cold symptoms masked a deadly sepsis infection. Read her harrowing survival story and learn the vital signs that saved her life.
GP's son nearly dies from sepsis after she followed NHS rules
A devastated GP reveals how she followed NHS protocol by sending her ill son home, only for him to develop life-threatening sepsis. She now issues an urgent warning to all parents.
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.
Dad, 40, dies from sepsis after toothache - family's warning
The heartbroken family of Ian Green, a 40-year-old father from St Helens, issues a critical public health warning after he tragically died from sepsis stemming from a tooth infection. They urge greater awareness of the deadly signs.
Meningitis Alert: Urgent Warning for UK Students
Health experts issue critical warning to students about the deadly signs of meningitis and septicaemia after a concerning rise in cases across UK universities.
Teen died from meningitis after 111 call misdiagnosis
Exclusive: An inquest reveals how a 111 call handler failed to spot the deadly signs of meningitis in 16-year-old Samuel Wai-Hoong, leading to a fatal delay in treatment. His heartbroken family demands justice and systemic change.
Parents' Agony: Son, 13, Died After Hospital 'Sent Him Home Twice'
Exclusive: The heartbroken parents of 13-year-old William Cressey demand answers after their son died from meningitis, claiming he was sent home from hospital twice. A devastating story of missed opportunities and a family's fight for change.
Doctors missed chances to spot deadly meningitis in toddler
A damning inquest finds that medical professionals failed to recognise the deadly signs of meningitis in 18-month-old William Mead, leading to a 'catastrophic outcome' and sparking calls for urgent NHS protocol reforms.
Woman, 20, fights for life after headache was deadly brain bug
A young woman's nightmare ordeal as a common headache spiralled into a life-threatening brain infection. Her story is a vital warning about recognising the severe symptoms of meningitis and sepsis.
Urgent UK meningitis warning as cases surge 18%
EXCLUSIVE: UK Health Security Agency issues critical warning as meningitis cases surge across Britain. Learn the life-threatening symptoms you must not ignore.
Mum's quick-thinking saves baby from deadly sepsis
A mother's instinct and rapid action saved her baby girl from a deadly sepsis infection after she became unresponsive. This urgent warning could help other parents spot the signs.
Mum's NHS Negligence Plea After Baby's Meningitis Death
Exclusive: A grieving mother from Maidenhead demands answers from the NHS after her one-year-old daughter, Natasha, died from meningitis. She claims repeated pleas for help were ignored by medical professionals.
180+ New School Vaccination Centres for UK Teens
The UK is launching a major expansion of school immunisation programmes, with over 180 new vaccination centres to be established in schools across England. This initiative targets teenagers for crucial vaccines against meningitis, HPV, diphtheria, tetanus
Toddler's 'Calpol' Symptoms Were Actually Deadly Sepsis
A UK couple's nightmare as their daughter's seemingly mild illness rapidly spiralled into life-threatening sepsis. Doctors reveal the critical signs every parent must know.
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