11 h. ago Parents issued urgent measles warning after child dies from 'eliminated' disease

The World Health Organisation declared that the UK had eliminated the illness in 2017 but outbreaks still occur.

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39 h. ago Doctors issue urgent warning after world's most infectious disease kills child in Liverpool

The child, who died in Alder Hey Children's Hospital in Liverpool, had been treated in intensive care. It is understood they were severely ill with measles.

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40 h. ago Measles outbreak kills child as cases rise and parents are warned

The child is believed to be only the second to die from measles in five years and the death comes amid concerns about low uptake of the MMR vaccine

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67 h. ago Child dies of measles in Liverpool fueling warnings virus could spread like 'wildfire' amid plunging vaccine rates

The child, whose identity has not been disclosed, passed away at Alder Hey Children's Hospital in Liverpool and is believed to have been suffering from other health complications.

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3 w. ago Urgent slide warning issued to parents as temperatures heat up

Popular play items should be checked before children use, say experts.

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3 w. ago Urgent warning issued for parents over slush ice drinks amid risk to children

The FSA has said slush ice drinks containing glycerol, also known as glycerin, are not suitable for children under seven due to the health risks the compound poses

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