12 h. ago WW3 fears as Russia warns UK over 'red lines' as tensions soar

Russia has issued a stark warning to the UK and Europe, with Sergei Lavrov outlining two “red lines” that he says could trigger a military response from Vladimir Putin.

Events

15 h. ago Flu symptoms to watch for as NHS braces for 'unprecedented' winter wave

NHS chiefs have declared critical incidents amid fears the H3N2 strain, dubbed subclade K, could trigger one of the worst flu seasons to date with hospital beds occupied 56% higher than last year

Sport

16 h. ago Scots children's hospital hit by record flu admissions amid huge rise in cases

Parents are being encouraged to get their children vaccinated to help prevent further hospitalisations.

Events

16 h. ago Are you worried about the 'super flu' crisis? Take our poll and have your say

A new aggressive flu variant known as 'K strain' or H3N2 has already seen a huge spike in hospitalisations with top NHS bosses warning that the worst is yet to come

Events

18 h. ago NHS prescription alert to anyone taking the pill, diabetes medicine or inhalers

People on the common medication are being issued an alert by a doctor

Science

21 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

21 h. ago Flu cases in NHS hospitals jump 55% in one week, figures show

The NHS is under strain as it tackles high flu cases, with some hospitals asking people to wear face masks.

Science

21 h. ago UK hit by 'tidal wave' of flu as 'worst case scenario' warning issued

The NHS has been battling a severe flu outbreak in the UK, with the mutated H3N2 strain circulating - and health bosses have warned of a 'tidal wave' of illness

Events

21 h. ago NHS faces 'super flu' crisis as bosses warn of 'worst case scenario' outbreak

NHS England has released its latest figures as the UK faces its most severe flu outbreak in decades, with the mutated H3N2 strain spreading

Events

22 h. ago What is causing the surge in flu cases – and how to protect yourself

There is one factor likely to be behind the spike in people catching flu this year

Politics

40 h. ago Everything to know as K virus outbreak hits UK in major superflu season

Cases of the H3N2 flu strain - also known as subclade K - have surged in recent weeks with some 1,717 hospital beds being occupied and 69 people being in critical care

Science

41 h. ago British public urged to wear face masks again in UKHSA's flu H3N2 strain update

People are being encouraged to consider wearing a face mask as NHS battles "unprecedented flu wave"

Politics

42 h. ago Where to get a flu vaccine as mutated H3N2 'superflu' virus drives surge in cases

A 'nasty strain' of flu is driving an intense wave of the virus, with hospitals across the UK under strain

Science

42 h. ago Everything you need to know about the 10 symptoms of H3N2 flu strain

Flu cases are rising sharply this winter, with the H3N2 strain causing concern and prompting warnings that hospitals could face heavy pressure

Science

43 h. ago Top doctor issues stark warning about risks of mutant flu strain for children as hospital admissions surge

The new H3N2 flu strain is different to the strain that this year’s vaccines were designed to protect against

Events

44 h. ago Professor identifies flu strain behind UK surge as NHS chief advises masks

An expert has identified the specific strain of A/H3N2 flu responsible for the current UK surge, with NHS leaders advising people to wear masks and practice good hygiene

Politics

45 h. ago Why so many people are getting the flu – and how to protect yourself

About 20% more people will be infected this flu season than experts would normally expect

Politics

45 h. ago What we know about flu variant A/H3N2 K: The strain behind 90 per cent of cases

Flu seasons dominated by this variant tend to be more severe

Politics

46 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

58 h. ago K strain flu: All you need to know about H3N2 amid 'perfect spreading conditions'

Cases of a 'superflu' are causing an early and intense flu season in the UK, with record numbers of people in hospital as the H3N2 variant becomes the dominant strain across the country

Politics