Flu hospitalisations soar: How to tell it from a cold
Flu cases are surging across the UK, with hospitalisations up 55% in a week. A GP explains the key differences between flu and a cold, symptoms, treatment, and how to get the flu vaccine.
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The £250k-a-year fight against an invisible illness
At 26, Caitlin Magagna battles cystic fibrosis, an invisible genetic condition. Her story reveals the high costs and daily struggles, offering hope with new treatments. Discover her journey.
Olivia Attwood 'Defeated' by Mystery Illness
Loose Women star Olivia Attwood reveals she's been ordered to rest for 24 hours by doctors after a mystery illness forced her to pull out of the ITV show. Get the latest health update.
Doctor's verdict on cold remedies: Honey works
BBC's Dr Oscar Duke reveals which natural cold remedies actually work. Discover why honey gets the green light, while onions and garlic are busted myths. Read the full analysis.
7 dog breeds needing extra help in UK cold snap
A vet nurse reveals the 7 types of dogs most vulnerable to UK snow and ice. Learn how to keep your pet safe, warm and healthy during winter walks.
Benefits Not Eligible for DWP Cold Weather Payment 2025
As a cold snap hits the UK, discover which DWP benefits do not qualify for the £25 Cold Weather Payment and what support is available in Scotland instead. Check your eligibility now.
5 Ways Winter Weather Affects Your Body & Health
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.
Arctic Blast Sparks UK Heart Attack and Stroke Warning
UKHSA issues amber cold health alert as temperatures plummet to -10°C, increasing risks of heart attacks and strokes. Essential advice for vulnerable groups.
DWP Cold Weather Payments: Who Could Miss Out
As a UK cold snap hits, the DWP's £25 Cold Weather Payment is activated. Discover if you're eligible and why some new parents must act to claim this vital support.
Amber Cold Health Alert as Temperatures Plummet to -10C
Health chiefs warn sub-zero temperatures could trigger heart attacks, strokes and respiratory issues. Amber alert issued for northern England until Saturday.
Cold Weather Payment: Get £25 as UK temperatures drop
Millions in the UK are eligible for £25 DWP Cold Weather Payments as a severe cold snap hits. Check if you qualify and how to claim this vital support.
Dog Illness Warning for November Woodland Walks
Vets warn dog owners about Seasonal Canine Illness, a serious condition most common in November after woodland walks. Learn the symptoms and how to protect your pet.
Mum's schizophrenia led to toddler's swing death
A mental health expert explains how schizophrenia tragically distorted a mother's reality, leading to her toddler's death on a park swing. A heartbreaking reminder of the urgent need for mental health support.
UK Snow Chaos: Three Nations Hit by Winter Blast
Britain braces for winter's wrath as snow sweeps across Scotland, Northern Ireland, and Wales with travel disruption expected and temperatures plummeting below freezing.
Arctic -10C Blast to Hit UK With Snow and Ice
Britain braces for a dramatic temperature plunge as weather maps reveal an incoming Arctic freeze that could see mercury plummet to -10C and blanket parts of the country in snow.
Doctor's Warning About Lingering Cold Symptoms
Medical expert reveals when common cold symptoms could signal something more serious as UK faces ongoing virus concerns. Learn the key signs to watch for.
Met Office: Grey Skies Blanket UK Amid Regional Weather Divide
Northern Ireland and Wales face extended grey conditions while Northamptonshire enjoys rare sunshine as weather patterns create stark regional divides across the UK.
UK Snow Forecast: Arctic Blast Brings Widespread Snow and Ice
The Met Office issues urgent weather warnings as Arctic air brings snow and ice to multiple UK regions this week. Find out which areas will be affected and when the cold snap will peak.
Weather crew's home destroyed during hurricane broadcast
A Fox Weather broadcasting team experienced every journalist's nightmare when the very house they were reporting from was destroyed by Hurricane Melissa's fury during a live broadcast, capturing terrifying moments of the storm's devastating power.
UK Cold Weather Alert: Essential Health Tips
As temperatures plummet across Britain, health experts reveal crucial strategies to protect vulnerable residents from winter's dangers. Discover essential cold-weather advice that could save lives.
UK Cold Spell End Date Revealed
Meteorologists reveal when Britain's bitter cold spell will retreat, with temperature maps showing dramatic 10°C swings ahead.
Arctic Blast Brings Snow to Scotland as Temperatures Drop
Britain braces for dramatic temperature plunge as unseasonably cold weather sweeps across Scotland with snow settling on higher ground and blustery showers affecting coastal areas.
Arctic Blast Warning: UK Braces for Snow and Ice
Britain faces a dramatic cold snap with snow expected across multiple regions as Arctic air sweeps across the country. Met Office issues severe weather warnings for hazardous conditions.
UK Weather Warning: Heavy Rain and Flood Risk Sunday
The Met Office issues urgent weather warnings as heavy rain and potential flooding are forecast to drench large parts of the UK this Sunday. Stay informed about affected regions and safety advice.
UK Braces for May Snow Surprise This Weekend
Unseasonal snow is forecast to hit parts of the UK this weekend as temperatures plummet, with the Met Office warning of potential travel disruption and frosty conditions.
US Freeze: Record Cold and Frost Warnings Nationwide
Millions of Americans face dangerous freezing temperatures as an unprecedented cold snap triggers widespread frost alerts across multiple states, with meteorologists warning of potential record lows.
UK Braces for May Snow as Met Office Issues Warnings
Britain faces an unprecedented late-spring freeze as the Met Office warns of significant snowfalls and plummeting temperatures across multiple regions this week.
UK Half-Term Weather: Sunshine and Showers Forecast
British families face mixed weather fortunes during October half-term break as Met Office forecasts dramatic temperature swings and regional variations from unseasonable warmth to heavy downpours.
Arctic Blast: Widespread Freeze Warning for US
A dangerous cold front is sweeping across the United States, bringing potentially record-breaking freezing temperatures and frost risks from the Midwest to the Northeast. Meteorological authorities issue urgent warnings as the mercury plummets.
Cold homes creating health crisis for millions
New research reveals how Britain's cold, damp housing stock is creating a public health emergency, with experts warning of increased risks of asthma, heart attacks and strokes.
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