50 h. ago '2.4 million' free flu jabs in just days for huge number of Brits

Some people may be able to get the free flu vaccine

Science

66 h. ago UKHSA issues 'do not wait' warning to five million people under 65

Health officials have urged those at a higher risk of complications from flu to get their vaccine

Events

67 h. ago NHS faces a ‘collision’ of flu and doctor strikes, chief says

Sir Jim Mackey said the NHS will have to stay focused on patient safety.

Events

69 h. ago Flu levels continue to rise with fears millions are not vaccinated

There were 422 new hospital admissions for flu in England last week, up from 251 the previous week.

Science

7 d. ago ‘I’ve stopped being eligible for the Covid vaccine and I’ve caught it three times in six months’

Ella Halpern-Matthews has had half a lung removed and suffers chronic chest infections, but is not eligible for a booster vaccine

Events

9 d. ago 'Stay at home and avoid contact': Warning to those with flu symptoms after 'sharp increase' in cases

Those who are eligible for the flu vaccine are being urged to book an appointment 🤧

Events

1 week ago 'Hugely concerning': Parents urged to get children vaccinated after flu cases 'spread like wildfire'

Experts have described the increase in cases as ‘hugely concerning’ 🚨

Society

2 w. ago Parents urged to vaccinate children against ‘wildfire’ virus as cases rise

Many schoolchildren will already have received flu vaccines at school, but there are still options for those who have missed out

Society

2 w. ago Parents urged to vaccinate children against flu ‘wildfire’ as cases rise

Experts said flu has hit early this year, with a worrying increase among children.

Society

2 w. ago School flu 'wildfire' warning as NHS shares where to get vaccines this week

Flu is surging early this year so the NHS has established pop-up clinics at venues such as fire stations and bowling alleys as well as pharmacies this half-term

Events

2 w. ago Flu warning as Brits urged to get vaccine after UKHSA uncovers staggering trend

The UK Health and Security Agency (UKHSA) has warned that vulnerable adults could be placed at risk of serious infection if children aren't vaccinated this season

Events

2 w. ago Six types of people who can get the flu vaccine free of charge

A variety of people across the country can receive the flu vaccine for free

Politics

2 w. ago 12 groups eligible for free flu vaccine this autumn and winter

The flu usually peaks in December or January and getting vaccinated this month will ensure you're healthy for Christmas

Politics

3 w. ago People born in or before one year among vulnerable groups urged to get NHS vaccine

You can check your eligibility for the winter flu vaccination by using the NHS App as the health service warns the influenza infection can be serious for those at high risk

Politics

3 w. ago Do I need to get a flu vaccine? Doctors urge these groups to get a shot

The flu virus changes every year, so it’s important to get a new vaccine annually

Science

3 w. ago Warning issued over flu season with five groups urged to get the vaccine

Recent vaccine policy changes have created some confusion, particularly around COVID-19 vaccines

Events

3 w. ago NHS Lanarkshire hosts Scots health and care leaders to strengthen urgent and unscheduled care collaboration

The national summit, co-hosted by the Centre for Sustainable Delivery (CfSD), brought together colleagues from NHS 24, the Scottish Ambulance Service (SAS) and health boards across the country.

Politics

3 w. ago NHS Lanarkshire urges people with respiratory disease to get flu vaccine

In the 2024/25 winter season, the health board saw some of the highest numbers of acute admissions for flu since before the pandemic.

Politics