21 h. ago NHS 24 technical issue as Scots told to only call 111 'if urgent'

NHS 24 has advised Scots only to use its 111 telephone service if they are in need of urgent care.

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58 h. ago NHS issues alert for Bonfire weekend as four issues may need A and E treatment

Bonfire weekend sees a person searching for advice on burns every 30 seconds on the NHS website

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58 h. ago Lloyds Pharmacy issues flu warning as NHS says flu season 'has come month early'

Lloyds Pharmacy doctor has issued flu advice as early wave hits the NHS

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3 d. ago Flu hospitalisations soar in the UK as NHS issues 'urgent SOS' warning

Flu is on the rise, according to UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA), as GP data also shows viral illnesses are twice as high among children than is usual for the time of year

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3 d. ago NHS issues urgent call for flu jabs as virus cases triple last year's levels

The NHS has issued an urgent 'flu jab SOS' as cases of the virus have soared to triple those recorded at the same time last year, with just weeks to go before the worst of the flu season typically bites

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3 d. ago UKHSA warns of 'unusually early' flu season after NHS issues urgent 'SOS'

Flu cases and hospitalisations are on the rise across England as the NHS issues an urgent warning

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3 d. ago UK braced for 'worst flu season on record' as experts warn THOUSANDS could die and NHS issues 'flu jab SOS'

NHS England chief executive Sir Jim Mackey said there was 'no doubt' this winter will be one of the toughest the health service has ever faced, with hospitals at capacity.

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3 d. ago NHS issues urgent 'jab SOS' as cases of 'nasty' virus soar to triple last year's levels

Health bosses warn England's 'biggest ever flu season' could be round the corner

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6 d. ago NHS issues 'tell your doctor' alert for people taking painkiller gabapentin

The prescription-only medicine can have some side effects made worse with certain substances

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8 d. ago NHS issues pain warning as red flag can signal serious reaction to lansoprazole

Lansoprazole is is commonly used to treat a variety of stomach-related conditions, including heartburn, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and stomach ulcers

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1 week ago NHS says 'call 999' if you get 'tingling' sensation in two areas

The NHS has issued a warning that if you experience 'tingling', particularly in two specific areas, it could be time to dial 999

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1 week ago NHS issue cough advice as expert warns Brits to avoid doing one thing in winter

There are three remedies said to be able to help with your cough, and one of them is something you probably already have at home

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1 week ago NHS issue message to people who wear contact lenses or glasses

People have been warned they're at risk of having common eye conditions - and it's likely you have it if you're wearing glasses or contacts

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1 week ago NHS issues 'don't do it' warning to anyone who has one Covid symptom

Not following the advice can cause further issues

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1 week ago NHS issues warning to take this pill daily 'from October' for six months

Government guidelines tell Brits to take this supplement daily

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2 w. ago NHS warning issued on 'very infectious' winter illness spreading among children

Cases of this illness are rising earlier than usual due to the spread of infection among children

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2 w. ago Winter illness alert as NHS says four groups most 'at risk' as cases rise

The NHS has issued an urgent warning to four groups of people who are at "higher risk" of a winter illness

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2 w. ago NHS warns specific Covid symptoms could be a sign you need urgent attention

A new Covid variant XFG has been circulating according to the UKHSA and it has been steadily dominating Covid cases across the UK - and now the NHS has issued a warning

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2 w. ago NHS says this Covid symptom may mean you need urgent attention

UKHSA has confirmed that a new Covid variant XFG is circulating and has been steadily dominating Covid cases across the UK - and now the NHS has issued a warning

Science

2 w. ago NHS and UKHSA issue key alert to certain Brits to 'book' one vaccine this autumn

You can use the NHS app to verify if you are eligible for vaccinations

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