8 h. ago What is sloth fever? Symptoms and advice after UK Oropouche virus cases

Three cases of Oropouche virus have been detected in the UK for the first time amid a surge of infections around the world

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9 h. ago Deadly ‘sloth virus’ detected in UK for first time as health watchdog issues urgent warning

The tropical malaria-like disease can lead to meningitis and in rare cases death, the UKHSA has warned

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12 h. ago Warning signs to look out for as 'sloth virus' hits people in UK

Health officials have issued an urgent alert after 'sloth fever' - a tropical disease that can be fatal - was detected in Brits returning from one foreign country

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12 h. ago Health bosses issue warning as deadly Oropouche virus with 'severe consequences' found in UK for first time

The UKHSA has reported three cases of Oropouche virus in travellers returning to the UK

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14 h. ago Alert issued by health chiefs after oropouche virus is detected in three Britons, these are the warning signs of 'sloth fever'

UK health chiefs have issued an urgent warning after three people were diagnosed with 'sloth fever' in Britain.

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17 h. ago What is chikungunya virus? Symptoms and advice as cases rise among travellers returning to UK

UK health authorities have urged people to take precautions against mosquito bites when travelling

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35 h. ago Deadly Oropouche virus could have 'severe consequences' for pregnant women

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) confirmed three instances of oropouche virus linked to trips to Brazil were found in the UK amid fears the disease "should not be underestimated"

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43 h. ago 'Sloth virus' arrives in UK for first time as deadly Oropouche symptoms revealed

The latest figures from the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) show a surge in travel-related chikungunya infections across England, with 73 cases recorded between January and June 2025

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45 h. ago Urgent warning as cases of mosquito virus causing 'sudden fever' rise in UK

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has also detected the first cases of the emerging disease oropouche virus in the UK, all of which were linked to travel from Brazil

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51 h. ago Health warning issued on mosquito bites abroad amid rise in chikungunya cases

Chikungunya is a virus spread by mosquito bites, the symptoms of which include a sudden fever and joint pain

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51 h. ago Six Oropouche symptoms easily mistaken for flu after deadly virus first found in UK

UKHSA confirms first UK cases of Oropouche virus in travellers from Brazil. With flu-like symptoms, experts warn holidaymakers to know the signs and take precautions

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51 h. ago Deadly Oropouche virus found in UK for first time after sweeping through Europe

The latest statistics, released today by the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA), disclose three cases of Oropouche virus among travellers returning to the UK from Brazil

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51 h. ago Officials urge caution on mosquito bites abroad amid rise in chikungunya cases

The first cases of oropouche virus, all of which were linked to travel to Brazil, have also been reported in the UK.

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63 h. ago Does My Dog Have Heatstroke? Vet reveals symptoms and advice on how to protect pets from the heat

It’s important to keep an eye on pets when temperatures rise.

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4 d. ago Parents told to look out for these symptoms in kids this week

A leading pharmacist has offered advice on the signs and symptoms

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9 d. ago What is chikungunya? Symptoms and travel advice as China reports 8,000 cases

Health authorities have provided fresh advice in response to thousands of worldwide cases

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4 w. ago Heading on holiday? These are the concerning symptoms you shouldn’t ignore

International travel poses a risk of catching something more than a run-of-the-mill bug

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