63 h. ago Top doctor says NHS ‘not out of danger yet’ amid cold weather warning

The whole of England has been placed under an amber cold health alert by the UK Health Security Agency

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65 h. ago NHS 'not out of danger' as cold snap threatens hospitals amid super flu wave

Health officials warn hospitals still remain 'extremely busy' with around 95 per cent of beds filled

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3 d. ago Health expert reveals 'mystery virus' behind festive illness outbreak

Health experts have identified the 'mystery virus' that's been causing widespread illness across the UK this festive period.

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3 d. ago Paramedic calls on everyone to make 3 changes now to ward off flu in January

Cold and flu season continues to blight us here in the UK – but did you know there are some easy steps you can take to prevent yourself from catching one of the winter illnesses

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3 d. ago Man, 26, who thought he 'had the flu' for years dies as heartbroken family pay tribute

The 26-year-old Kieran Shingler started getting symptoms in 2022 that he believed was Covid-19 before a CT scan uncovered a mass in his brain that led to his death

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4 d. ago Pharmacist urges Brits to stock up on 4 medicines now to 'avoid GP visit in January'

A pharmacist has urged people to prepare for winter by stocking up on basic medicines before the cold and flu season really bites in January. Frederick Apenteng said they may help you avoid a GP visit

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5 d. ago NHS workers share 3 key differences between cold and flu symptoms

With a super flu outbreak affecting the UK, it's important to know the difference between a cold and flu. Berkshire NHS has shared three key differences to look out for

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5 d. ago NHS shares 3 symptoms to tell difference between cold and flu

It's quite common to have a cold around this time of the year, but how do you know if your chesty cough and runny nose is actually a sign you have the flu instead?

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7 d. ago Two symptoms when eating may signal Covid rather than flu or RSV, warns UKHSA

The UK Health Security Agency has warned Britons to be aware of high levels of seasonal bugs, and has outlined the key symptoms to look out for - including one distinctive sign when eating

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7 d. ago Symptom when you eat that suggests Covid rather than flu or RSV

This specific symptom is usually the giveaway sign that you have Covid rather than something else

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1 week ago The six best ways to boost your immune system as flu cases soar

Cold and flu season is upon us - here are the best ways to boost your immune system to avoid getting ill

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1 week ago Cold, flu or Covid? Symptoms explained as winter illnesses sweep the UK ahead of Christmas

How to tell if your symptoms are a common cold, flu or Covid as a 'super flu' wave hits NHS hospitals

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1 week ago Super flu or a cold? Here are the key symptoms to look out for

There are several key differences between flu and cold symptoms

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1 week ago New virus worse than Covid is 'untreatable' with symptoms including sore throat

Symptoms of adenovirus include shortness of breath, a runny nose, and a sore throat

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1 week ago Dietician names 7 'hero' ingredients to combat colds and flu as 'super flu' strikes

As the UK experience record numbers of 'super flu' hospitalisations, dietitian Katie Sanders has shared seven ingredients that may help ease cold and flu symptoms this winter

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1 week ago 7 'most effective' ingredients to combat colds and flu as 'super flu' hits UK

One dietitian has shared her expert insights into the most effective ingredients for combatting cold and flu symptoms. It comes as the number of people hospitalised in England with "super flu" continues to soar

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2 w. ago Stay healthy this Christmas: Doctor’s tips to beating winter germs

A doctor has shared her top tips to keeping your family free of winter viruses this Christmas.

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2 w. ago Paracetamol alert given to anyone taking it for cold and flu symptoms

A pharmacist has issued an important warning about paracetamol when taking common cold and flu remedies that already contain the painkiller, highlighting lesser-known facts about the widely-used drug that everyone should be aware of

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2 w. ago Pharmacist issues paracetamol warning to anyone with cold and flu symptoms

A pharmacist has issued a paracetamol warning to anyone who's suffering with cold and flu symptoms. Pharmacist Anum said it's vital to know before taking the medication

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2 w. ago The berry packed with antioxidants that could shorten your winter cold and flu

Americans spent $175 million on these teas, jams and other products in 2024

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