Flu vaccine updated to target Super-K strain as NHS rollout begins
First doses from Tuesday In order to protect against last year’s Super-K strain, this winter’s flu vaccine has been updated, as the NHS has started its rollout. The first doses will be going to schoolchildren and pregnant women from Tuesday, the BBC reported. Last winter the flu arrived early, more than a month ahead of […]
3 days ago
One dead and 207 ill in UK salmonella outbreak linked to imported eggs
Health officials warn as salmonella cases continue to rise One person has died and more than 200 have fallen ill in a UK salmonella outbreak that health officials believe is linked to eggs imported from outside the UK. The UK Health Security Agency has identified 207 cases between 11 August 2025 and 1 August this […]
2 weeks ago
UK Heatwave: Fifth of the year likely next week as temperatures could hit 35C
We could be in for another heatwave A fifth widespread UK heatwave of the year is likely to be declared next week, with temperatures forecast to climb towards 35C across central and south-east England. Yellow heat health alerts are in force across most of England from 9am on Saturday until 9pm on Tuesday, and the […]
3 weeks ago
Number of meningitis cases has rose again
The experts have explained The number of meningitis cases has rose again, according to figures released by the UK Health Security Agency. Sky News reports that The UKHSA says, as of 12.30pm yesterday, 18 laboratory cases are confirmed and 11 cases remain under investigation, giving a total of 29 suspected cases overall. Although the number […]
6 months ago
Could the meningitis outbreak lead to a lockdown like during Covid?
The experts have explained Two young people have died and 20 more are sick in the UK, after the outbreak of a deadly meningitis in Kent. An urgent public health alert has now been issued as health workers across England are urged to look out for signs of infection. Following an outbreak thought to have […]
6 months ago
Symptoms of meningitis to look out for and how to find out if you’re vaccinated
Here’s all you need to know The recent outbreak of meningitis in Kent has left two people dead, and a number of cases being reported. The infectious disease broke out in the Canterbury area with 20 reported cases of the “invasive” meningitis in Kent, as per the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA). The outbreak has […]
6 months ago