6 h. ago Alzheimer's Society research reveals 1 in 3 people don't know their neighbours

It means lonely elderly people may be going unnoticed, with social isolation increasing their risk of dementia up to 60 per cent.

Politics

11 h. ago H3N2 'super flu' cases mapped as people most at risk identified

A map reveals NHS hospitals with the highest flu cases as a record-breaking outbreak sweeps across the country

Events

12 h. ago Mutant flu map of Britain: As cases QUADRUPLE in some areas in just a week, how is your local hospital faring?

Health chiefs today warned the virus had plunged the NHS into a 'worst case scenario'. In seven NHS trusts alone, hospitalisations have more than quadrupled in a week.

Science

13 h. ago Is the H3N2 'super flu' more dangerous than normal flu? Symptoms and advice

A mutant 'superflu' has sparked a 'worst case scenario' alert from the NHS as cases soar

Science

18 h. ago What you need to know about the flu jab as 'super flu' hospitalisations soar

The mutated H3N2 'super flu' is driving a surge in cases

Science

19 h. ago Should I get a flu jab this winter to fight off H3N2 ‘super flu’?

New strain of virus appears to be hitting people harder and lasting for longer than expected

Politics

22 h. ago 'Risk' warning as record levels of people in hospital with flu

Health Secretary Wes Streeting has issued a warning

Events

36 h. ago Scotland’s looser rules on assisted dying could lead to ‘death tourism’, say senior politicians

Cross-party group of MSPs says bill going through Holyrood could attract people from elsewhere in UKSenior Scottish politicians fear there could be a risk of “death tourism” from terminally ill people travelling from other parts of the UK to end their lives in Scotland.A cross-party group of MSPs, including the deputy first minister, Kate Forbes, said the looser controls on eligibility written into an assisted dying bill for Scotland could attract people who are unhappy with stricter rules planned for England and Wales. Continue reading...

Events

41 h. ago Strengthening one body part now will help boost metabolism and lower risk of dementia

One doctor has urged people to start training one body part to help lower the risk of several health conditions

Events

44 h. ago Is this winter’s super flu worse than before and should you get a vaccine?

This year’s flu season started earlier with a new strain currently dominating cases

Politics

54 h. ago Consuming lots of energy drinks may raise heart disease and stroke risk, say doctors

Study cites case of otherwise fit and healthy man in his 50s who had a stroke after eight-drink-a-day habitHeavy consumption of energy drinks may raise the risk of heart disease and pose a serious risk of stroke, doctors have warned.Millions of people worldwide regularly drink the products, which are non-alcoholic and typically contain more than 150mg of caffeine per litre, very high glucose-based sugar content and varying quantities of other chemicals. Continue reading...

Events

57 h. ago Dozens poisoned by Welsh pub's Sunday Lunch as health officials issue statement

The pub in question said that it would close for a 'deep clean' as the local health agency assured that people that the 'risk to to the public was low'

Politics

62 h. ago England flu hotspots mapped: See areas worst hit by 'mutant strain'

Flu cases are surging across England with people being urged to go back to wearing face masks if have symptoms – and below a map highlights the worst affected hospitals in the country

Events

64 h. ago Interactive map reveals how many patients with mutant flu are currently being treated in YOUR local hospital

The number of hospital beds in England occupied by infected patients is already higher than ever for this time of year with 'no peak in sight', officials have warned.

Science

67 h. ago Tesco urges customers to return product after allergy alert issued

Tesco has issued a recall over fears its product may pose a risk to people with dairy allergies or intolerances

Economics

68 h. ago DWP's six UK areas where young people will be targeted for new job schemes or risk losing benefits

Greater Manchester will be one of the many areas across the UK targeted by the government's latest scheme to get young people into work

Events

3 d. ago Government issues update to young people at risk of having benefits cut under new scheme

A six-month paid work placement is guaranteed for every eligible 18- to 21-year-old who has been on Universal Credit and looking for work for 18 months under the new scheme

Politics

4 d. ago Pharmacist issues Christmas Day warning for anyone who takes weight loss jabs

A clinical pharmacist has warned that millions of people using weight loss jabs risk vomiting on Christmas Day if they overindulge in rich festive food and drink

Events

6 d. ago What is holiday heart? The condition that even healthy people are at risk of this Christmas

Cases always spike around this time of year

Events

6 d. ago Some people risk £5k fines and prison over Christmas crackers law

There's a 'little-known' legal reason why Christmas crackers could cause major issues

Events