3 h. ago Brits warned as one vitamin deficiency can mimic 'irreversible' dementia symptoms

The NHS urges Brits to watch out for symptoms as this deficiency can cause problems such as memory loss.

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4 h. ago New flu strain symptoms to watch for as doctors issue warning for UK

Doctors have issued warnings over a new strain of flu, known as subclade K, which is sweeping across the UK, with worrying new symptoms and pushing up hospital admissions

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5 h. ago NHS warns parents to watch for eight key symptoms in babies this winter

This common infection can cause serious issues for your tot if it develops.

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7 h. ago Doctors warn of different symptoms as new flu strain spreads across UK

The number of people in hospital with flu increased at the start of this year with four hospital trusts declaring critical incidents due to significant pressures on services

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9 h. ago Doctors seeing different symptoms as new flu strain spreads across UK

You may feel sicker for longer and the usual treatments might not work

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18 h. ago Critical NHS incidents declared at four hospital trusts as increase of flu & norovirus surges leaves no beds free

FOUR NHS hospital trusts have declared critical incidents as surges in flu and norovirus cases strain already stretched services. The recent freezing weather has exacerbated the need for hospital beds as many frail, vulnerable and elderly people have been admitted with cold related illnesses. Staff sickness is also heightened at this time of year, putting...

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48 h. ago Germany rejects RFK Jr claims about Covid vaccine exemption prosecutions

Health minister Nina Warken says Robert F Kennedy Jr’s assertions that German doctors are facing legal action are unfoundedThe German government has sharply rejected claims by the US health secretary, Robert F Kennedy Jr, that doctors in Germany have faced legal action for issuing vaccine and mask exemptions during the Covid-19 pandemic.“The statements made by the US secretary of health are completely unfounded, factually incorrect, and must be rejected,” Germany’s health minister, Nina Warken, said in a strongly worded statement released late on Saturday. Continue reading...

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53 h. ago Seven 'common conditions' that pharmacies can treat without a GP appointment

You don't need to wait to see a doctor if you're grappling with these seven health issues

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6 d. ago Blue Cross issues warning for pet owners defrosting cars in freezing weather

Animal charity Blue Cross has issued an urgent warning about the dangers of antifreeze to pets during cold weather, as even a tiny amount can be fatal - here are the symptoms to watch for

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8 d. ago 'Key symptom' of gruesome 'superflu' sweeping UK as doctors issue warning

The brutal 'super flu' strain is understood to have mutated over the summer and poses an increased risk to vulnerable and older people because it has evolved around the defence offered by the flu jab

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1 week ago Grim reason 'super flu' is causing Brits to vomit bile as key symptoms explained

Mutant H3N2 flu is hitting the UK hard, with the strain having mutated seven times over the summer. Now experts have warned that eligible members of the public should get their flu jab

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1 week ago Doctor issues advice to anyone who feels past few years have blurred into one

As a new year has arrived, many of us have started reflecting on our lives. And one doctor has issued some advice to help us break the cycle of monotony in 2026

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1 week ago Trump's health issues exposed as doctor's note reveals red flags

Boffins have been left baffled by the Orange Manbaby's claim that he had a "preventative abdominal MRI" in his newly released doctor's note which claimed he was in top physical condition

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1 week ago NHS issues major 'super flu' update after H3N2 strain surge in England

Over 3,000 flu patients remain hospitalised as doctors warn the NHS is 'not out of danger yet' with winter viruses despite slight fall in cases as we head into the Near Year

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1 week ago NHS issue major 'super flu' update following H3N2 strain surge

We'll be bringing you the very latest updates, pictures and video on this breaking news story

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2 w. ago Doctor issues 'common trigger' warning for painful condition this week

A women's health expert has warned that New Year's Eve celebrations may increase the risk of cystitis, with burning pain when urinating being a key symptom to watch out for

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2 w. ago Experts warn of 2026 pandemic as infectious virus goes 'out of control'

Scientists are worried about a particular strain of bird flu which is spreading all over the world, with worries that a human outbreak would be hard to contain

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2 w. ago Pharmacist lists flu virus symptoms to look out for as superflu spreads

Thousands of people are falling ill with a variety of winter illnesses but the new H3N2 flu strain is putting particular pressures on hospitals

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2 w. 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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2 w. ago Doctor issues health warning to anyone who eats strawberries, apples and pears

The health expert explained why the popular fruit could cause unpleasant symptoms for some people

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