New 'Covid Stratus' Variant: Symptoms and How Long It Lasts
Health experts warn about the highly transmissible Covid Stratus variant now dominant in the UK. Discover the distinctive symptoms, typical duration, and protective measures.
Category : Pandemics
Deadly Fungus Candida auris Sweeps Europe - UK on Alert
A deadly drug-resistant fungus, Candida auris, is spreading rapidly across Europe, with UK health officials issuing urgent warnings. Cases have surged, posing a severe threat to vulnerable patients in hospitals and care homes.
New Covid 'Stratius' Strain Has Peculiar Symptoms
Health officials are monitoring a new Covid-19 variant dubbed 'Stratius'. Experts reveal its peculiar symptoms differ from classic signs, with sore throat and runny nose now less common.
Hoarse Voice Identified as Potential COVID Symptom
UK researchers identify a hoarse voice as a potential symptom of COVID-19, urging the public to be aware of this lesser-known sign alongside traditional ones like cough and fever.
CDC Warns of Rising 'Nightmare Bacteria' Infections
Health officials issue a stark warning as drug-resistant bacterial infections, including the deadly 'nightmare bacteria', show a concerning rise, threatening to undo decades of medical progress.
Brits born after this date now unprotected against measles
A major study reveals Brits born after a specific cutoff date are now completely unprotected against a common and dangerous virus. Find out if you're at risk.
Trump Admin Withheld Ebola Aid from Africa
In a controversial last-minute move, the Trump administration withheld millions in Ebola crisis funding from West Africa, raising alarms about future pandemic preparedness and US global health leadership.
Violet Affleck's Long COVID Battle Fuels Mask Mandate Plea
Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck's daughter, Violet, makes a powerful plea for mask mandates in LA schools, revealing her own private struggle with a post-viral condition.
Pandemic 'severely disrupted' children's development - MP
Dame Diana Johnson raises alarm over the long-term impact of lockdowns on young people's speech, social skills, and mental health in Parliament.
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.
WHO: Darfur's health system near total collapse
The World Health Organization issues a grave warning that Darfur's health system is on the brink of total collapse, with children dying daily from vaccine-preventable diseases amidst escalating violence.
Langya Virus: 70% Mortality Rate Sparks Global Concern
Health experts are on high alert as the Langya virus (LayV), a new zoonotic henipavirus, spreads in China. With a staggering 70% mortality rate in some outbreaks and no current vaccine, the WHO is monitoring the situation closely.
Health Boss: Dan Andrews' Lockdowns 'Never Necessary'
A senior health official in Victoria has shockingly conceded that former Premier Dan Andrews' severe COVID-19 restrictions, which confined millions for months, may not have been required, sparking fury and demands for accountability.
Amanda Kloots' tribute to Nick Cordero 4 years after Covid death
The Talk co-host Amanda Kloots posts emotional message remembering husband Nick Cordero four years after his devastating COVID-19 battle, sharing how she keeps his memory alive for their son Elvis.
Disease X: Why experts fear we're unprepared for next pandemic
A chilling new book reveals how the world remains vulnerable to 'Disease X' - the unknown pathogen that could trigger the next pandemic. Experts warn that despite COVID-19 lessons, crucial preparedness gaps persist.
Disease X: A chilling hunt for the next pandemic
A chilling review of Channel 4's documentary 'Disease X: Hunting the Next Pandemic', an hour of pure terror that exposes the looming threat of a future global health catastrophe and the scientists racing to stop it.
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.
Scientists Hunt Virus That Could Cause Next Pandemic
A gripping Channel 4 documentary follows UK virologist Dr. Chris Smith and his team across the globe as they hunt for the next potential pandemic virus. Discover the cutting-edge science behind pandemic prevention.
South Africa Battles New COVID Surge From JN.1 Variant
South Africa faces a dramatic resurgence of COVID-19 cases driven by the JN.1 variant, with hospitalisations soaring in Gauteng and Western Cape provinces. Health officials issue urgent warnings as the country grapples with its fourth major wave.
Bangladesh's Record Dengue Outbreak: 1,476 Dead
Bangladesh faces its worst dengue outbreak on record, with hospitals overwhelmed and fatalities soaring as the virus spreads beyond its typical seasonal peak, raising major public health alarms.
Deadly Flesh-Eating Bacteria Warning in Louisiana
Health authorities in Louisiana have confirmed the presence of the deadly Vibrio vulnificus bacteria in local waters, linked to five fatalities. Experts warn of severe risks from consuming raw shellfish and exposing wounds to warm seawater.
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.
Cat bite gives backpacker typhoid fever in Indonesia
Exclusive: A young British traveller's dream gap year turns into a medical crisis after contracting typhoid from a cat bite in Indonesia, sparking urgent health warnings for backpackers.
Third Death in Louisiana Flesh-Eating Bacteria Outbreak
Health officials in Louisiana confirm a third fatality from a rare flesh-eating bacteria found in coastal waters. Discover the risks, symptoms, and essential safety advice.
Flesh-Eating Bacteria Death Prompts Louisiana Health Alert
A deadly Vibrio vulnificus infection has resulted in a fatality in Louisiana, prompting urgent health warnings about the risks of saltwater and seafood exposure.
Measles Alert: Gold Coast and Bali Travellers at Risk
Queensland Health issues urgent alert after a contagious measles traveller visited busy Gold Coast locations and flew from Bali. Check your vaccination status now.
Ebola Outbreak Surges in Congo Amid Pandemic Lockdown
As the world battles Covid-19, a new Ebola crisis explodes in the Congo. Lockdown measures are hindering the fight, causing deaths to surge. Health officials sound the alarm on a potential dual-pandemic catastrophe.
Brazil's Army Deploys Bacteria Mosquitoes to Fight Dengue
Brazil launches a groundbreaking public health offensive, deploying the army to release billions of bacteria-infected mosquitoes in a bid to halt a devastating dengue fever outbreak.
New 'Super Mosquito' Threatens Malaria Surge in Africa
A highly efficient malaria-carrying mosquito species, Anopheles funestus, is rapidly spreading across Africa, threatening to undermine decades of progress in disease control and posing a grave new health challenge.
Sydney Measles Alert: Health Officials Urge Vaccination Check
NSW Health issues urgent public health warning after a confirmed measles case in Sydney. Authorities are tracking potential exposure locations and urging residents to check their vaccination status.
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