79 m. ago Melanie Sykes is forced to hire security guards as she insists 'it's not possible to go out on my own as a single woman' without being harassed by strangers

Melanie Sykes has revealed she plans to hire a security detail after feeling in danger during solo outings.

Events

4 h. ago Bird flu warning as UK health boss says virus has 'pandemic potential'

The UKHSA director warns the circulating strain of bird flu has the potential to become a pandemic after a case of bird flu in sheep was confirmed

Events

7 h. ago Bird flu ‘has potential to become pandemic’, UKHSA director says

Richard Pebody said while the virus is ‘not new’ and the risk to the public remains low, its features have changed in recent years.

Events

8 h. ago UK risks losing 'low level' status of Victorian disease as it makes comeback, UKHSA warns

The latest infectious disease data shows a concerning rise in cases of a Victorian-era disease

Events

10 h. ago UKHSA warning as 'priority pathogen' watch list reveals 24 'danger' viruses with biggest risk to public health

Bird flu and coronaviruses are diseases in the 'deadly' virus families that health officials warn have pandemic potential

Events

16 h. ago 24 viruses and bacteria added to 'watch list' of greatest risk to UK

The UKHSA list includes diseases that could launch the next pandemic

Events

22 h. ago Officials list ‘priority pathogens’ that pose greatest risk to public health

The list of 24 pathogen families is the first to consider global health threats, as well as threats specific to the UK population.

Politics

35 h. ago FSA verdict on food safety risks after bird flu found in sheep in England

Health officials say the risk to the public remains "very low"

Events

6 d. ago Parents put on high alert over rash linked to 'highly infectious' illness

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has issued a warning after cases were reported, caused by the same bacteria as strep throat

Events

6 d. ago Listeria infection symptoms as outbreak linked to NHS desserts leaves one dead

The UKHSA warns that some people are at risk of life-threatening health problems after infection

Science

7 d. ago Emmerdale Caleb Miligan's tragic death 'sealed' after telling Joe Tate comment

Emmerdale's Caleb Miligan will likely face serious danger on the ITV soap after Joe Tate revealed to Dr Crowley he was his new target for an organ transplant, and he has no idea

Events

8 d. ago Aviva Investors walks back ‘watch list’ pledge to ditch least green investments

Asset manager blames ‘different macro backdrop’ for change of tack on climate divestments

Economics

9 d. ago Five Netflix and Amazon shows Outlander fans watch to fill the Droughtlander void

Droughtlander is well and truly underway, so we've put together a list of shows to watch - recommended by fellow fans - which will help with the Outlander void!

Politics

1 week ago A million more at risk of paying 40% tax: Chancellor may extend freeze on thresholds

Rachel Reeves is under pressure to raise taxes and cut spending to plug a £10 billion gap in the public finances or risk breaking her own borrowing rules.

Economics

1 week ago Hospital staff forced to 'put public at risk' from Ebola and Monkeypox in dirty clothes

As some of the lowest-paid NHS staff prepare to go on strike over working conditions, they reveal the scandal forcing them to put the public at risk with contaminated clothes

Events

1 week ago Grieving families at centre of hospital infection scandal hit out after press release blunder

A statement was issued on the Scottish Hospitals Inquiry website on Wednesday evening branding the under-fire Glasgow hospital as “safe” and that “there is no need for public concern as to any risk posed by the hospital.”

Science

1 week ago Critics warn staff cuts at federal agencies overseeing US dams could put public safety at risk

Experts are warning that Trump administration workforce cuts at federal agencies overseeing U.S. dams are threatening their ability to provide reliable electricity, supply water to farmers and protect communities from floods

Events

1 week ago Rats and other rodents posing ‘huge’ public health risk amid ongoing bin strike

The National Pest Technicians Association is urging residents in Birmingham to protect themselves from disease.

Events

1 week ago Which quango is next for Labour's 'bonfire'? The bodies controlling £350bn of public money and 400,000 staff that could be at risk from Starmer's new

NHS England is being merged back into the Department of Health, with ministers arguing that more than 9,000 jobs can be cut by removing 'duplication'.

Events

1 week ago Mrs Hinch has emergency operation after falling seriously ill

Sophie Hinchliffe had to visit two hospitals before a scan revealed the danger

Politics