Flu patients in NHS hospitals in England surged by 18% last week, reaching an all-time high for this time of year. Health chiefs warn the service is 'nowhere near out of the woods' as industrial action continues.
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Nick Hulme, departing after 46 years in the NHS, warns the service must improve fast or risk public turning to 'charlatans'. Read his full, frank assessment of the crisis.
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Flu patients in England's hospitals are at a record level for December, 56% higher than last year. NHS warns of an 'unprecedented wave' as the season peaks. Get your flu jab now.
NHS England reveals over 200,000 people visited A&E for minor issues like itchy skin and ingrown toenails last winter. Health Secretary urges public to use GPs and pharmacies instead.
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A polar vortex brings record cold and snow, causing thousands of flight delays and state of emergency declarations across the US. Follow the latest severe weather updates.
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Scotland's NHS faces backlash for spending £360,000 on professional actors to role-play patients while 850,000 people remain on waiting lists. Critics demand funds be redirected to frontline care.
A 1,200-mile winter storm is causing travel chaos for 42 million Americans, coinciding with one of the busiest travel days of the year. Discover the latest forecasts and travel warnings.
A major winter storm causes Thanksgiving travel chaos across the US, with over 1,700 flights delayed and blizzard conditions forecast. Stay updated on the latest developments.
A GP reveals how cold weather impacts immunity, heart, lungs and skin. Discover practical tips to stay warm and healthy during the UK winter months.
NHS waiting lists drop for first time in 15 years, but service faces record winter demand and doctor strikes. Health Secretary declares service 'on road to recovery'.
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The NHS launches critical winter campaign targeting vulnerable patients with weakened immune systems as flu and COVID cases rise. Health officials warn of serious complications without protection.
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The NHS braces for its toughest winter yet as an early flu season collides with ongoing pressures. Health officials warn of potential thousands of fatalities and overwhelming strain on hospital services across the UK.
Health officials issue urgent warning as new flu strain detected ahead of winter 2025. NHS prepares for potential surge with expanded vaccination programme targeting vulnerable groups.
Health officials sound alarm over rapidly increasing flu hospitalisations with cases doubling in a week. NHS faces mounting pressure as emergency measures are activated.
The NHS is launching an unprecedented recruitment drive in Australia to fill critical staffing gaps, offering relocation packages worth thousands amid ongoing healthcare workforce shortages.
An experienced NHS paramedic reveals surprising but simple strategies to protect yourself during the brutal winter virus season. Discover why that common cold remedy might be making you sicker.
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A major NHS trust has declared a critical incident as emergency departments face unprecedented demand, with patients facing 12-hour waits and ambulances queuing outside hospitals.
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NHS Lanarkshire and NHS Ayrshire & Arran receive staggering £135.5 million in emergency funding, raising serious concerns about patient safety and the sustainability of Scotland's healthcare system.
NHS experts reveal three crucial flu symptoms that demand immediate medical attention. Learn to spot the danger signs and protect your health this winter season.
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Medical leaders sound alarm over Scottish Government's latest NHS recovery plan, warning that without tackling the staffing catastrophe, the health service faces irreversible decline. Exclusive analysis reveals why current proposals fall dangerously short