Japanese Encephalitis Virus Found in Victoria Mosquitoes
Health authorities urge vigilance after Japanese encephalitis virus is found in mosquitoes in Horsham, Victoria. Learn the symptoms and how to protect yourself this summer.
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Prostate cancer screening: PSA test access explained
The NHS will not offer mass PSA testing despite campaigner calls. Learn who can currently get checked for prostate cancer and the new recommendations for high-risk groups.
UK boy is only person in world with deadly condition
Oli-Jay Morris, 2, is the only known person with a unique gene mutation. His family are fundraising £14,000 for a personalised treatment plan to save his life.
RSV virus poses serious risk to young children
Parents urged to recognise signs of Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV), a common winter virus that can lead to serious complications like bronchiolitis in infants and young children.
Sisters, 27, diagnosed with breast cancer months apart
Two North Carolina sisters in their 20s, both carrying the CHEK2 gene mutation, were diagnosed with breast cancer within months of each other, prompting urgent double mastectomies. Their story underscores the critical need for early genetic screening.
Rare Pink Grasshopper Found in New Zealand
A stunning pink grasshopper, an exceptionally rare genetic variant, has been discovered during a survey in New Zealand's Mackenzie Basin. Discover the story behind this unique insect.
Rare Pink Grasshopper Discovered in New Zealand
An incredibly rare pink grasshopper, a genetic marvel, has been found in New Zealand's Mackenzie Basin. Discover the story behind this unique insect and its fight for survival.
Polio detected in Germany after 30 years
The wild polio virus has been identified in a Hamburg sewage sample, the first such discovery in Germany in over three decades. Health officials stress the risk remains low due to high vaccination rates. #PublicHealth
UK toddler first in world with unique genetic condition
In an extraordinary medical breakthrough, 19-month-old Oscar Sparrow from West Midlands has been identified as the only person worldwide living with a never-before-seen genetic mutation, offering new hope for rare disease research.
Top Doctors Warn of Deadly Respiratory Virus Wave
Senior medical leaders sound alarm as Britain faces potential winter crisis with dangerous respiratory illnesses. Experts reveal what you need to know to protect your family.
New pandemic-capable virus discovered in bats
Exclusive: Researchers have identified a mysterious new virus lurking in South American bats that shows troubling similarities to COVID-19, raising concerns about future pandemic threats.
GM Mosquitoes Deployed in UK-Led Disease Fight
British researchers are deploying bio-engineered Aedes aegypti mosquitoes to combat deadly diseases in a revolutionary public health initiative that could transform global disease control.
Human Evolution Accelerates in Unprecedented Ways
Groundbreaking research reveals humans are evolving in ways never seen before, with natural selection actively shaping our genomes and removing harmful mutations at an accelerating pace.
NHS 'Wildfire' Flu Warning as Schools Hit by Rapid Spread
Health officials sound alarm as flu cases surge across UK schools, with experts warning the virus is spreading like 'wildfire' and threatening to overwhelm NHS services during winter pressures.
48-Hour Health Alert: Stay Home Warning as Virus Spreads
Medical experts sound alarm over aggressive stomach bug causing severe symptoms - here's how to protect yourself and when to seek help.
Tennessee HFMD Outbreak: Health Alert Issued
Health officials in Tennessee issue urgent warning as highly contagious hand, foot and mouth disease spreads rapidly through communities. Learn the key symptoms and prevention measures.
Tennessee HFMD Outbreak: Health Officials Issue Warning
Health officials in Tennessee report significant surge in contagious hand, foot and mouth disease cases, with schools and childcare centres particularly affected. Learn about symptoms and prevention.
California Confirms Dangerous New Mpox Strain Case
Health officials confirm first US case of deadlier mpox clade in California, sparking urgent warnings about symptoms and transmission risks.
Schoolchildren: The Hidden Drivers of UK's Winter Flu Crisis
New research reveals how school environments are accelerating flu transmission across Britain, with children acting as key vectors spreading viruses to vulnerable populations.
New mpox strain detected in Los Angeles
Health officials sound alarm as dangerous new mpox variant emerges in California, raising concerns about global spread and vaccine effectiveness.
COVID-19 Origin: Bats to Pigs Pathway Revealed
Exclusive investigation reveals how coronavirus jumped from bats to pigs before spreading globally, with disturbing evidence of human interference in nature's delicate balance.
Los Angeles confirms first monkeypox case in growing outbreak
Health officials in Los Angeles have confirmed the city's first monkeypox case as the unusual viral outbreak continues to spread across the United States and globally.
Deadly disease warning for Spain holiday hotspot
UK tourists visiting Costa del Sol warned as health officials confirm West Nile virus outbreak in Malaga region. Essential travel advice and symptoms to watch for.
NHS GP busts common cold weather myth
An NHS doctor reveals the truth about cold weather and illness, explaining what really makes us sick during winter months and how to properly protect yourself.
Chikungunya Virus: First Local Cases in New York
Health officials confirm first locally-acquired chikungunya cases in New York. Learn about symptoms, prevention, and why this mosquito-borne virus is causing concern.
Chikungunya Virus Alert: First Local Case in New York
Health officials confirm the first locally-acquired case of chikungunya virus in New York, raising concerns about mosquito-borne diseases spreading to new regions. Learn about symptoms, prevention, and travel advice.
Chikungunya Virus: New York Reports First Local Cases
Health officials sound alarm as New York records its first locally-acquired chikungunya cases since 2014, warning of mosquito-borne virus spread.
China's New Pandemic Flu Threat in Livestock Sparks Global Fears
Scientists uncover dangerous new flu strain in Chinese livestock with pandemic potential, raising urgent concerns about global public health security and disease monitoring systems.
Chikungunya Outbreak Linked to COVID Restrictions
Health authorities sound alarm as chikungunya virus cases emerge in China and United States, with experts blaming pandemic measures for creating perfect storm conditions.
Shingles: Symptoms, Contagious Risks & NHS Vaccine
Discover everything you need to know about shingles - from the tell-tale rash signs to understanding contagious periods and accessing the NHS vaccination programme that could protect you.
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