20 h. ago UKHSA issues alert over disease that is 'nearly twice as contagious' as a cold

Brits are being warned that this disease can spread quickly and can become very serious if left untreated.

Events

26 h. ago UKHSA issues alert over infection 'far more serious' than common cold

This year has seen cases of the infection soaring across the country

Events

55 h. ago Infectious diseases doctor urges parents to sign one document in UKHSA alert

Dr Kostas Karampatsas, a paediatric infectious diseases consultant at St George's Hospital, spoke in a clip shared by the UKHSA

Society

5 d. 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

6 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

Events

1 week ago New UK alert issued amid surge in cases of potentially deadly disease

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has issued a warning

Events

1 week ago UKHSA 'serious threat' alert as cases of deadly disease soar

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has issued a warning as new figures showed a rise in cases of a disease that can be devastating, life-changing and sometimes deadly

Events

2 w. ago Where mpox cases are rising in Europe as UKHSA issues 'high risk' warning

Experts warn the infection can be 'unpleasant and painful'

Events

2 w. ago Health officials issue mpox warning as 'unpleasant and painful' disease spreads across Europe

The UKHSA has issued a fresh warning as mpox cases have been detected across Europe and the US with "no connection to countries" with known outbreaks

Events

2 w. ago UKHSA issues 'serious' danger alert to parents living in Victorian homes

Young children are at serious risk

Society

2 w. ago Stay home and wear a mask warning as four winter bugs spreading across the UK

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has issued a warning to the public due to a rise in illnesses such as flu, Covid, the common cold, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV)

Events

2 w. ago UKHSA issues 'stay at home' warning over 'unpleasant' winter virus

The UK Health Security Agency has issued a warning over a winter bug with nasty symptoms

Events

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

Events

3 w. ago Do you have a 'constant cold' that won't go away? Our expert reveals the surprising cause lurking in your home

Finding yourself more sniffly than usual as the weather grows chillier? Don't just dismiss it as a common winter cold, say experts.

Politics

3 w. ago UKHSA issues 'wear a mask' warning as 4 illnesses spread in UK

Winter illnesses have started doing the rounds now that the colder weather has set in and deaths from one have risen by 15%

Events

3 w. ago Brits urged to 'mask up' as four illnesses spread country in pandemic era warning

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has issued a warning to Brits as the weather turns colder and a number of bugs are doing the rounds

Events

3 w. ago Cold and hard winter coming after common sign we've all seen

Certain behaviours exhibited by animals can be used as a trusted indicator on the severity of an upcoming season, with the woolly bear caterpillar being one of these

Politics

3 w. ago Mould on windows 'won't go away' with bleach but kitchen staple 'clears it'

Mould around windows is a common problem and can be exacerbated by the damp, cold conditions typical of autumn - but there's a simple solution that can help

Politics

3 w. ago UKHSA issues flu warning after 'early' spike as cases and hospital admissions rise

Health experts warn of a rise in positive tests for flu in the past week, with flu season coming early

Events

4 w. ago New Covid strain symptoms and how they differ from common cold

It can be hard to tell whether a runny nose or sore throat is a sign of Covid or just a typical seasonal cold

Science