Record Flu Cases and Strikes Push NHS to Brink
Britons urged to wear face masks as NHS confronts a 'flunami' of flu, Covid, and RSV. Record hospitalisations and looming junior doctor strikes threaten a 'historic crisis' this winter.
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Worst Ever UK Flu Season Could See 8,000 Hospitalised
NHS warns of unprecedented flu crisis with cases quadrupling next week. Strike action and a 'nastier' H3N2 strain threaten to push hospitals to breaking point. Get your flu jab now.
Scotland's worst flu crisis in years as mutant strain spreads
Scotland faces its worst flu crisis in years as a mutated H3N2 strain drives a 70% weekly rise in hospitalisations. Public health officials urge vaccination as the NHS braces for extreme pressure.
Record flu hospitalisations strain NHS ahead of Christmas
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.
UK Flu Hospitalisations Jump by a Third Amid 'Nastier' Strain
A severe mutant flu strain is driving a sharp rise in UK hospital admissions. Experts warn of a 'quad-demic' threat and advise considering masks to curb the spread. Get the latest figures and health advice.
Infant Botulism Outbreak: 37 Cases in Formula Recall
Health officials investigate a US-wide infant botulism outbreak with 37 cases linked to recalled ByHeart formula. Learn the symptoms and safety steps for parents.
Newborn abandoned in Brazilian field fights for life
Farmers discovered an abandoned newborn girl with umbilical cord attached in a rural Brazilian field. The infant is fighting for her life after overnight exposure.
31 infants hospitalised in US formula botulism outbreak
An outbreak of infant botulism linked to recalled ByHeart formula has resulted in 31 hospitalisations across 15 US states. Health officials urge immediate action.
US Baby Formula Recall Over Botulism Fears
Health officials issue a 'do not use' warning for ByHeart infant formula after 23 hospitalisations across 13 US states. Learn the symptoms and safety steps.
Families sue over baby formula recall after botulism
Parents are taking legal action against ByHeart after their babies contracted infant botulism from the company's formula, leading to a nationwide recall. Learn the full story and what steps to take.
Baby Formula Recalled Over Botulism Bacteria Fears
ByHeart issues urgent baby formula recall after botulism bacteria found. Check your batch codes now. Multiple infants hospitalised across the US.
Flu Hospitalisations Soar 75% in UK NHS Winter Crisis
UK hospitals face mounting pressure as flu admissions surge by over 75% in a week, with experts warning of a perfect storm of respiratory illnesses threatening to overwhelm the NHS this winter.
UK health alert as flu and COVID cases surge simultaneously
Health authorities sound alarm as flu hospitalisations skyrocket 75% in a week while COVID rates climb, putting unprecedented pressure on NHS services across Britain.
New Eris COVID Variant Drives UK Hospitalisation Surge
Exclusive: The new EG.5 or 'Eris' COVID-19 variant is driving a sharp increase in hospital admissions across the UK, with vulnerable patients urged to take precautions as the virus evolves.
Baby thrown from window in plastic bag saved by heroes
Quick-thinking residents in Westminster rushed to save a newborn baby after it was thrown from a first-floor window wrapped in a plastic bag. A major police investigation is now underway.
Melbourne woman admits throwing baby from window in bag
A Melbourne woman has pleaded guilty to the horrific attempted murder of her newborn son, whom she threw from a first-floor window wrapped in a plastic bag. The shocking case has sent ripples through the community as details of the desperate act emerge.
Urgent warning over viral Shein baby grows with mittens
Parents are being urgently warned about a viral baby clothing item from Shein and Temu. Experts state the 'cute' two-in-one romper and mittens combo creates a serious suffocation hazard for infants.
Mother Sues Police Over Bullied Murder Confession
A grieving mother, forced to sign a confession for her baby's murder under intense police pressure, is now suing the force for a shocking miscarriage of justice after being cleared of all wrongdoing.
Mother's bond with daughter forged through tragic loss
In an incredibly moving story, a mother reveals how the tragic stillbirth of her son led to a profound and unbreakable bond with the daughter she later welcomed into the world.
UK Virus Hospitalisations Hit Record High: CDC Alert
A highly contagious virus is driving unprecedented hospitalisations across the UK, with the CDC urging for immediate mass vaccinations to curb the alarming spread.
'Evil' Dad Jailed for Horrific Abuse of Defenceless Baby Son
A so-called father has been caged for a sickening campaign of abuse against his own infant son, leaving the baby with life-altering injuries in a case that has shocked the UK. Read the full horrifying details.
Dapto Daycare Horror: Baby Falls from First-Floor Window
A nine-month-old baby is fighting for life after a catastrophic fall from a first-floor window at a childcare centre in Dapto, NSW. Mira Jayme was rushed to Sydney Children's Hospital following the shocking incident, which has sparked an urgent police inv
Mother Charged in 41-Year-Old Iowa Newborn Death Cold Case
In a landmark development for a decades-old Iowa cold case, authorities have charged a 61-year-old woman with first-degree murder in connection with the death of her newborn son, whose remains were discovered in a field in 1983.
Newborn Mauled by Family Dog; Parents Charged with Neglect
A five-day-old baby is in critical condition after a brutal mauling by the family's American Bully dog. The infant's parents, Jason and Savannah Weaver, now face criminal charges for neglect in the harrowing Indiana incident.
30,000 UK Babies Enrolled in Landmark Health Study
A groundbreaking £10m study will track 30,000 babies across the UK from birth to map their health, development, and environment, aiming to tackle major childhood inequalities.
Westminster Tragedy: Infant Dies in 15th-Floor Window Fall
A devastating incident in Westminster has claimed the life of a one-year-old girl after she fell from a 15th-floor apartment window. Emergency services responded but were unable to save the child.
Kerala's infant mortality rate beats United States
In a remarkable public health achievement, the Indian state of Kerala has reported a lower infant mortality rate than the United States, challenging global perceptions and setting a new benchmark for healthcare in developing nations.
Mom's Facebook plea diagnoses baby's brain bleed
A desperate Wisconsin mother's social media post leads to a life-saving diagnosis for her infant son after multiple hospital visits failed to detect a serious brain injury.
Cheerleader charged after newborn found abandoned in trash
A Kentucky high school cheerleader, Laken Snelling, faces serious charges after her newborn baby was discovered abandoned in a rubbish bin. The community is in shock as details of the case emerge.
Updated Breast Milk Storage Guidelines Revealed
Groundbreaking UK research challenges traditional advice on storing breast milk. Discover the new evidence-based timelines for maximising nutritional quality and safety for your baby.
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