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Cold led to deadly brain infection in teen

Sophie Bell, 17, thought she had a cold and itchy eye. It was a life-threatening brain infection requiring emergency neurosurgery. Her story is a vital warning.

NHS 'See a GP' Warning Over Meningitis Threat

The NHS issues an urgent warning about life-threatening meningitis, urging people to check vaccination status with their GP. Teenagers and young adults are at high risk.

Meningitis cases surge as vaccination rates fall

Health officials sound alarm as invasive meningococcal disease cases jump 35% in England, with vaccine uptake falling below crucial thresholds. Experts warn of rising sepsis risk and call for urgent action.

NHS rapid blood test for child sepsis breakthrough

The NHS is trialling a groundbreaking rapid blood test that can detect deadly sepsis and meningitis in children within hours, potentially saving countless young lives across UK hospitals.

Wanted App: Retailers' New Weapon Against Shoplifting

UK retailers are deploying an innovative smartphone application that enables real-time sharing of shoplifter images and information, creating a powerful digital neighbourhood watch against retail crime.

Deadly Meningitis Outbreak: UK Health Alert

UKHSA issues urgent warning as invasive meningococcal disease cases surge across England. Learn the critical symptoms and who's most at risk in this developing health crisis.

Harvard Study: Daily Habit May Transform Health

New research from Harvard University suggests a straightforward daily practice could significantly reduce the risk of chronic diseases and extend lifespan. Discover how this accessible habit could revolutionise public health.

Happiness Fights Disease: Scientific Breakthrough

Groundbreaking research reveals that sustained happiness significantly reduces your risk of developing chronic illnesses. Discover how your emotional wellbeing directly impacts your physical health.

Daily habit that could slash dementia risk revealed

A leading NHS doctor shares groundbreaking research showing how a straightforward daily activity could dramatically reduce your chances of developing dementia. Discover the science-backed method that's transforming brain health prevention.

NHS to offer revolutionary HIV-blocking injection

The NHS is set to become the first health service in the world to offer a game-changing HIV prevention injection, potentially transforming the fight against the virus across the UK.

Girl, 13, dies from meningitis after hospital sent her home

Exclusive: The heartbreaking story of a 13-year-old girl who died from meningitis hours after being sent home from hospital, prompting urgent NHS safety reforms and raising serious questions about emergency care protocols.

Graduate, 23, dies from meningitis days after symptoms

A promising university graduate died from meningitis just days after falling ill, with her family initially believing she had freshers' flu. The 23-year-old's sudden deterioration serves as a tragic warning about the deadly disease.

Student's freshers flu was deadly sepsis

A university fresher's week illness turned into a life-threatening sepsis battle after doctors initially dismissed his symptoms as freshers' flu. Read the shocking story of survival.

Teen loses legs after flu turns to sepsis

A healthy teenager's ordinary flu symptoms spiralled into life-threatening sepsis, forcing doctors to amputate both legs in a medical nightmare that highlights crucial warning signs.

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