Flu Surge in 30 US States, CDC Warns Season to Worsen
CDC reports alarming flu surge in 30 US states, with H3N2 strain dominant. Officials warn season may worsen, urging vaccination for all over six months. Learn more.
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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.
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.
Two sisters die months apart from suspected heart condition
A mother shares her family's devastating loss after both her young daughters died, suspected from a genetic heart condition. Read her heartbreaking story and vital warning to other families.
Conjoined twin dies months after separation surgery
Aruna Rodrigues, who survived a complex 19-hour operation to separate her from her conjoined twin, has died from septic shock. Read the full tragic story.
Girl's post-flu leg pain reveals rare childhood myositis
A nine-year-old's severe leg pain after flu turned out to be acute childhood myositis. Her mother urges UK parents to listen to their children and trust their instincts.
Melania Trump Visits Children's Hospital for Holidays
First Lady Melania Trump visited Children's National Hospital, continuing a decades-old tradition. She read to young patients and wished them strength and toys from Santa.
Toddler's lazy eye in video revealed brain tumour
A two-year-old's brain cancer was discovered after a playground video showed a lazy eye. Her parents urge others to trust their instincts about subtle symptoms.
Robot enables virtual zoo visits for sick children
Two young cancer patients experience Edinburgh Zoo through a telepresence robot, thanks to UK charity SpecialEffect. A heartwarming story of technology bridging healthcare gaps.
Baby dies from sepsis after unconsented hospital biopsy
Ten-day-old Willow Rose died from sepsis following a biopsy performed without parental consent at John Radcliffe Hospital. Her parents seek answers and NHS changes.
Toddler's mouth sealed shut after drain cleaner accident
A Birmingham toddler suffered a heart attack and lost his tongue after accidentally drinking drain unblocker. His father speaks out as the family awaits life-changing surgery.
Baby loses tongue after drinking drain cleaner
A 13-month-old Birmingham boy suffered a heart attack and lost half his tongue after drinking drain cleaner. His family is now fundraising for specialist surgery abroad.
Toddler survives after heart stops for 90 minutes
Two-year-old Finn Watkinson survived against all odds after his heart stopped beating for 90 minutes. Despite suffering brain injury, doctors hope for full recovery. Read his incredible story.
Toddler dies after hospital decimal point error
A two-year-old boy with special needs died after a misplaced decimal point caused a tenfold medication overdose at a Florida hospital, sparking a wrongful death lawsuit.
Baby's severed hand reattaches itself in womb
Doctors deliver incredible medical miracle as baby girl's hand reattaches itself in the womb after being severed by rare amniotic band syndrome.
Alan Carr's niece battles neuroblastoma
Comedian Alan Carr opens up about his niece's courageous fight against childhood cancer neuroblastoma and his family's emotional journey through diagnosis and treatment.
Hundreds of under-10s referred to gender services
Exclusive NHS data shows nearly 600 children aged nine and under have been referred to gender identity services, with medical professionals raising serious concerns about the implications for vulnerable young people.
Baby Ezra defies odds with rare condition survival
Meet baby Ezra, the courageous infant born with amniotic band syndrome whose incredible survival story is capturing hearts across Britain after beating overwhelming medical challenges.
Toddler dies from mystery illness within hours
Heartbreaking details emerge about the sudden death of a two-year-old girl from a mystery illness that escalated within hours, leaving her family and community devastated.
COVID jabs safer for kids' hearts than virus
Groundbreaking research shows COVID-19 jabs trigger fewer cardiac issues in young people than coronavirus infection, offering reassurance to concerned parents.
Mother spots hand sign that saves baby from heart condition
A UK mother's vigilance led to the discovery of a rare heart condition in her baby after noticing a crucial warning sign on her daughter's hand.
Baby saved by namesake's tragic story
In an extraordinary twist of fate, a baby girl's life was saved after doctors discovered a critical heart defect, prompted by her parents' choice of name that honoured another child who tragically passed away.
Boy, 10, survives garden spike impalement miracle
A ten-year-old boy cheated death after being partially impaled through the chest by a metal garden spike during a terrifying play accident in his own backyard.
FDA warns dentists: Fluoride risks for children
American health authorities sound alarm over fluoride treatments for young children, citing potential developmental and health complications. UK dentists urged to reconsider routine procedures.
Mum saves daughter after doctors miss bowel condition
A mother's persistent concerns saved her daughter's life after medical professionals repeatedly dismissed her symptoms as a stomach bug, only to discover a dangerous bowel condition requiring emergency surgery.
Boy, 9, survives terrifying shark attack in Florida
A brave nine-year-old boy recounts his miraculous survival after being attacked by a shark while swimming in Florida, suffering severe injuries to his leg and thigh.
Baby's runny nose was deadly cancer doctors missed
A mother's heartbreaking story reveals how doctors repeatedly dismissed her baby's runny nose and breathing difficulties as common cold symptoms, only to discover it was aggressive neuroblastoma cancer.
Toddler's heartbreaking final words before cancer death
A three-year-old girl from Northern Ireland uttered heartbreaking final words to her mother before losing her battle with a rare and aggressive form of cancer that doctors initially dismissed as a virus.
Delta flight emergency after slide detaches mid-air
A Delta Airlines flight from New York to Los Angeles made an emergency return after an emergency slide detached from the aircraft shortly after takeoff, prompting aviation safety concerns.
Eastern Airways flight declares emergency over UK
A dramatic mid-air emergency unfolded as an Eastern Airways flight declared an emergency while flying over the UK, prompting a major response from emergency services and raising serious safety concerns.
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