Three Major Virus Threats Identified for 2026
An infectious diseases expert names Influenza A, mpox, and Oropouche virus as key threats for 2026, warning of potential pandemics and global spread. Learn the risks.
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Most UK Children Catch Adenovirus by Age 10
The UK Health Security Agency highlights adenovirus, a common but often overlooked infection that affects most children. Learn the symptoms and when to seek medical help.
UKHSA: Most Children Catch Adenovirus by Age 10
The UK Health Security Agency highlights adenovirus, a common but often overlooked infection affecting most children. Learn the symptoms and when to seek medical help.
NHS Rolls Out Chickenpox Vaccine for Young Children
The NHS introduces a combined MMRV vaccine to protect against chickenpox. Find out if your child is eligible and how to get the jab, even if they've already had MMR doses.
Adenovirus 'Mystery Bug' Sweeps UK After Flu
A 'mystery virus' causing cold and stomach symptoms is sweeping the UK. Pharmacist Ian Budd explains it's likely Adenovirus and why it's spreading now. Learn the symptoms and how it transmits.
NHS Rolls Out Chickenpox Vaccine for Children
The NHS begins offering a chickenpox vaccine to children across the UK. Find out if your child is eligible and when they can receive the new MMRV jab.
NHS to give children combined MMRV vaccine from Friday
The NHS launches a historic childhood immunisation programme, offering a combined MMRV vaccine to protect against measles, mumps, rubella, and chickenpox. Learn how this change aligns the UK with other nations and protects children's health.
NHS Launches Free Chickenpox Vaccine for All Children
The NHS begins a historic rollout of the free chickenpox vaccine for children. Learn who is eligible, the new schedule, and how it protects against serious complications.
Free NHS Chickenpox Vaccine Rollout for Kids
The NHS is introducing a free chickenpox vaccine for all UK children. Find out who is eligible, the new schedule, and why this move is a game-changer for public health.
NHS Rolls Out Chickenpox Vaccine for All Children
The NHS begins offering a chickenpox vaccine to all children as part of the routine immunisation programme from today, a move hailed as a 'historic milestone' for public health.
NHS rolls out chickenpox vaccine for all children
The NHS begins offering a chickenpox vaccine to all UK children as part of the routine MMR jab, a move hailed as a 'historic milestone' for child health. Find out if your child is eligible.
UK Adenovirus Spread Concerns Amid NHS Winter Pressure
Health officials warn of a 'heartier' adenovirus spreading in the UK as the NHS contends with flu and strikes. Learn the symptoms and how to protect yourself.
'Untreatable' Adenovirus Spreads, Experts Warn UK Public
A hardy 'untreatable' adenovirus is spreading globally this winter. Health experts warn it's tougher than flu, with key symptoms to watch for. Learn how to stay safe.
Study: Covid Booster Linked to Higher Shingles Risk
New research reveals a small, temporary increase in shingles risk after a Covid mRNA booster. Learn the facts and what it means for UK vaccine policy.
Bird flu pandemic tipping point identified by scientists
New modelling reveals authorities have a critical two-day window to quarantine cases and prevent a bird flu pandemic. Discover the urgent findings from India's latest research.
Japanese Encephalitis Virus Found in Victoria Mosquitoes
Health authorities urge vigilance after Japanese encephalitis virus is found in mosquitoes in Horsham, Victoria. Learn the symptoms and how to protect yourself this summer.
RSV virus poses serious risk to young children
Parents urged to recognise signs of Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV), a common winter virus that can lead to serious complications like bronchiolitis in infants and young children.
Polio detected in Germany after 30 years
The wild polio virus has been identified in a Hamburg sewage sample, the first such discovery in Germany in over three decades. Health officials stress the risk remains low due to high vaccination rates. #PublicHealth
Top Doctors Warn of Deadly Respiratory Virus Wave
Senior medical leaders sound alarm as Britain faces potential winter crisis with dangerous respiratory illnesses. Experts reveal what you need to know to protect your family.
New pandemic-capable virus discovered in bats
Exclusive: Researchers have identified a mysterious new virus lurking in South American bats that shows troubling similarities to COVID-19, raising concerns about future pandemic threats.
NHS free shingles vaccine may slash dementia risk
Groundbreaking NHS programme offers free shingles vaccination to millions of over-70s, with research showing it could dramatically reduce dementia risk by preventing viral attacks on the brain.
Chikungunya Virus: First Local Cases in New York
Health officials confirm first locally-acquired chikungunya cases in New York. Learn about symptoms, prevention, and why this mosquito-borne virus is causing concern.
Chikungunya Virus Alert: First Local Case in New York
Health officials confirm the first locally-acquired case of chikungunya virus in New York, raising concerns about mosquito-borne diseases spreading to new regions. Learn about symptoms, prevention, and travel advice.
Chikungunya Virus: New York Reports First Local Cases
Health officials sound alarm as New York records its first locally-acquired chikungunya cases since 2014, warning of mosquito-borne virus spread.
Chikungunya Outbreak Linked to COVID Restrictions
Health authorities sound alarm as chikungunya virus cases emerge in China and United States, with experts blaming pandemic measures for creating perfect storm conditions.
COVID Experts Reveal 7 Crucial Protection Methods
Leading health specialists unveil essential protection strategies against evolving COVID variants. Discover the vital measures that could make all the difference this winter.
London restaurants raided over smuggled meat virus fears
Public health officials issue urgent warning after illegal meat shipments from high-risk countries discovered in London restaurants, posing serious disease threats including Crimean-Congo haemorrhagic fever.
Teen's hug gave dad fatal virus in tragic family story
A heartbreaking story of a 19-year-old girl who unknowingly passed a fatal virus to her father during a loving hug, leading to his tragic death just weeks later.
Contagious 'slapped cheek' virus warning for UK
Medical experts issue urgent warning about highly contagious parvovirus sweeping through Britain. Discover the early symptoms, including the distinctive 'slapped cheek' rash, and learn how to protect vulnerable groups from this silent spreader.
UK health alert as flu and COVID cases surge together
Health authorities sound the alarm as flu hospitalisations skyrocket by 75% while COVID infections continue to spread rapidly across Britain. Experts reveal which age groups are most at risk and what symptoms to watch for.
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