5 h. ago UK set for cold start to 2026 with amber health alert issued

Amber alerts are in place as temperatures are set to plunge

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12 h. ago Full list of areas in England covered by UKHSA cold weather health alerts

The UKHSA has issued an eight-day cold weather alert across the country

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13 h. ago ‘Rise in deaths’ predicted as amber cold health alerts issued in northern England

UKHSA warns vulnerable and elderly people may be at risk with temperatures to drop severely overnightAmber cold health alerts have been issued for northern England, with low temperatures predicted to cause a “rise in deaths” among vulnerable and elderly people.The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has issued two amber warnings for north-east and north-west England, which will be in place between 8pm on Sunday until midday on Monday 5 January. Continue reading...

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2 d. ago New health alert issued on Boxing Day by UK Health Security Agency

Events cancelled after alert issued due to concerns

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3 d. ago NHS alert as one group of women may need to contact GP 'urgently'

You should contact your doctor or nurse about the medical issue

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3 d. ago Cold temperatures set to continue with health alert in force

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has issued a yellow cold health alert which lasts until noon on December 27 for south-west England.

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3 d. ago No White Christmas but Met Office issues yellow weather warning

A cold health alert has been put in place for later on Christmas day

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3 d. ago UKHSA issues cold health alert for Christmas Day amid Met Office weather warning

The UK Health Security Agency has issued a yellow cold health alert

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4 d. ago Festive swimmers hit the beach for a brave Christmas Eve dip as cold health alert is issued with temperatures set to plunge as low as minus 5C

Brave Geordies in red bathing suits and Santa hats plunged into the sea in North Tyneside and swimmers in Helen's Bay in County Down, Northern Ireland, also faced the cold waves.

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4 d. ago Christmas weather forecast as cold health alert and frost warnings issued

The UK Health Security Agency has issued a yellow cold health alert for parts of England from Christmas Day evening through to Boxing Day, warning of an impact on health services

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4 d. ago Everything you need to know as Christmas Day cold health alert issued for parts of UK

Temperatures expected to drop as low as -1C overnight on December 25.

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4 d. ago Cold health alert issued for Christmas Day as temperatures drop below freezing

Parts of the UK have been issued a cold health alert by the UK Health Security Agency

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5 d. ago Pregnant women warned of 'very serious infection' as health leaders issue vaccine alert

Having the jab during pregnancy is the 'most effective way' to protect women and their babies serious illness

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8 d. ago Dapagliflozin alert as NHS says call GP 'now' if you have three symptoms

This drug is commonly prescribed for type 2 diabetes, but the NHS says to seek immediate medical help for three side effects

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9 d. ago NHS issues fresh flu alert to people with certain conditions at 'high risk'

Last week, more than 3,100 people were hospitalised with influenza, which poses potentially fatal risks to some

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9 d. ago Warfarin alert over vitamin that can 'change how your body responds' to it

A nutrient that's common in our diets is often referred to as the 'clotting vitamin' - here's what you should know

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9 d. 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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1 week ago Doctor shares ‘trigger signs’ alert for condition many will face this Christmas

Each dinner table this Christmas will likely have a few people who suffer with the issue, the doctor revealed

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1 week ago NHS alert for those taking blood pressure medication like amlodipine and ramipril

The health service has issued guidance for those on common meds.

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1 week ago Air fryer and coffee machine health alerts as people told to make check

The interior of the air fryer, particularly the basket, can become a breeding ground for mould if not properly cleaned and dried after each use, experts warn

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