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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
US regulator FDA announces major overhaul of vaccine approval process following COVID-19 review. New protocols aim to strengthen public trust in immunisation programmes.
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.
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.
Miss Mexico, Fatima Bosch, crowned Miss Universe 2025 in Bangkok after a pageant marred by walkouts, falls, and vote-rigging allegations. Discover the full story.
Donald Trump's provocative comments about Democrats and 'seditious behaviour' ignite a political firestorm. Explore the fallout and what happens next. Listen to the Trump100 podcast.
CDC website altered to reflect RFK Jr's belief in vaccine-autism link, sparking condemnation from health experts. Scientific consensus maintains no connection exists.
Groundbreaking documentary follows Professor Sarah Blagden's revolutionary cancer vaccine research. Discover how her work could transform cancer prevention and treatment in the UK.
An 'unusually early' flu season, driven by a new H3N2 strain, is sweeping the UK. Health officials urge eligible individuals to get their flu jab at pop-up clinics to protect themselves and the NHS this winter.
A controversial AI-generated Christmas mural in Kingston described as 'bonkers' and 'dystopian' has been removed following dozens of complaints from horrified shoppers.
The British Museum terminates its controversial 15-year partnership with Japan Tobacco International following government intervention and WHO guideline breaches. Discover the implications for cultural funding.
The NFL faces backlash for labelling Jameis Winston a 'national treasure'. Explore the controversial history that makes this designation so jarring and ill-advised.
Disney faces backlash as the Moana live-action trailer shows the lead character with straighter hair, sparking whitewashing accusations from fans. Read the full story.
Health experts urge eligible Brits to get flu and RSV vaccines as cases surge early. Protect yourself now against this winter's triple threat of viruses.