A Northern Ireland primary school saw 170 pupils absent in a single day due to a mutated flu strain, with the headteacher comparing it to Covid times. Learn about the surge and the vital flu vaccine rollout.
A stark economic divide defines the 2025 holiday season. While a wealthy minority fuels luxury spending, many face rising costs and poverty. Explore the data behind the 'K-shaped' economy.
The NHS is battling a record flu wave this winter, driven by the H3N2 K variant. Learn about the symptoms, vaccine effectiveness, and which groups are most at risk.
Health officials warn London faces a severe flu surge, with hospitalisations potentially tripling. Low vaccination rates leave the capital vulnerable. Book your free NHS flu jab now.
A major UK vaccine advisory body now recommends the hepatitis B vaccine for all adults, not just high-risk groups. This significant policy shift aims to eliminate the virus nationwide.
A key CDC advisory panel has voted to recommend the hepatitis B vaccine for all adults in the US. This major policy shift aims to combat rising infection rates and reduce health disparities.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr faces fierce backlash after controversial comments linking childhood vaccines to an 'autism epidemic'. Critics condemn his remarks as harmful misinformation. Read the full story.
A key CDC advisory committee has voted to alter infant hepatitis B vaccine guidance, a move experts warn could increase preventable infections and create access barriers. Read the full story.
A key US advisory panel, now stacked with vaccine sceptics, votes on whether to alter the decades-old recommendation that newborns receive the hepatitis B vaccine within 24 hours of birth.
A key US vaccine advisory committee has postponed a crucial vote on restricting infant hepatitis B immunisation after a contentious meeting. Experts warn of far-reaching health consequences. Read the full story.
Flu hospital admissions in England hit a record high, surging 56% compared to last year. Health officials warn of an 'unprecedented wave'. Find out who is eligible for a free NHS flu jab and where to get it.
Chief Medical Officer Chris Whitty calls for more research to prevent and manage infections in older adults, highlighting risks from sepsis to dementia. Read his urgent report.
Tasmania's parliament has approved a contentious $1.13bn roofed stadium at Macquarie Point, clearing the final hurdle for the Tasmania Devils to join the AFL and AFLW in 2028. Read the full story.
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy is FDA-approved for only 13 conditions, yet some clinics market it for over 100. Experts warn of deadly risks and call for urgent regulation.
A US vaccine advisory committee, reshaped by Health Secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr, is considering a major shift in childhood immunisation policy. Experts warn the move could reverse decades of progress in combating the liver disease.
A top US vaccine official's memo alleging Covid jabs killed children, without providing evidence, has caused deep concern among public health experts. Read the full story.
Exclusive poll reveals nearly half of Londoners want to move out, with soaring rents and taxes hitting young people hardest. Discover the data and FTSE 100 insights.
Explore the groundbreaking five-era model of brain evolution and the promising vaccine that could protect against dementia. Listen to the full Science Weekly podcast for more.
A new nasal spray vaccine trial begins in the UK following a deadly 2024 whooping cough outbreak. Learn the symptoms and why this development is crucial for public health.
Exclusive polling reveals most London voters believe Sadiq Khan should not seek a fourth term as Mayor in 2028, with many unhappy with the city's direction. Read the full analysis.
A US federal advisory panel could vote to end the decades-old recommendation for hepatitis B shots in newborns. The move, driven by RFK Jr-appointed officials, signals a radical shift in American immunisation policy.
Keir Starmer's approval rating has sunk to a historic low of -47, trailing behind Kemi Badenoch and Nigel Farage. New polling reveals voter discontent and growing pressure on the PM.
US regulator FDA announces major overhaul of vaccine approval process following COVID-19 review. New protocols aim to strengthen public trust in immunisation programmes.
The FDA is set to withdraw a rule requiring asbestos testing in talc-based cosmetics, a move health campaigners warn could make America 'less healthy'. Learn the full story.
Donald Trump's approval rating turns negative across every major poll for the first time, with 55% of Americans disapproving. Discover what's driving this dramatic shift.
Ralph Abraham, a Louisiana health official who criticised Covid-19 vaccines, has been appointed deputy director at the CDC, raising concerns among health experts about US vaccine policy direction.
New Pew Research shows 70% of Latino voters disapprove of Donald Trump's presidency, with significant concerns over immigration and economic policies. Discover the shifting political landscape.
US FDA removes black-box warnings from menopause hormone therapy amid scientific criticism. Experts question evidence behind claims of dementia prevention and longevity benefits.
US Health Secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr reveals he instructed the CDC to change its official position on vaccines and autism, sparking widespread condemnation from public health experts. Discover the full story.
The UK faces an unusually early flu season dominated by the new H3N2 strain. Health officials urge eligible individuals to get vaccinated. Learn the key symptoms and protection advice.