NHS must use Covid lessons to fight winter flu, say experts
Academics warn the NHS faces a severe winter unless it adopts pandemic-era measures like better vaccine access, sick pay, and ventilation to curb flu spread.
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Food safety warning over Dubai-style chocolate bars
The UK's Food Standards Agency warns consumers with allergies to avoid Dubai-style chocolate after finding undeclared peanut and sesame. Read the full safety alert.
UK Food Watchdog Issues Dubai Chocolate Allergy Alert
The Food Standards Authority warns consumers with allergies to avoid popular Dubai-style chocolate bars after finding undisclosed peanuts and sesame. Stay safe this festive season.
Sugar or Sweeteners: Which is Worse for Health?
A listener's question sparks a deep dive into the complex science of sugar versus artificial sweeteners. Experts from Anglia Ruskin and Washington universities weigh in on the health debate.
Newsom Appoints Ex-CDC Chiefs to Lead California Health Network
Governor Gavin Newsom appoints former CDC officials Dr Susan Monarez and Dr Debra Houry to spearhead California's new public health initiative, PHNIX, in direct response to Trump administration policies.
Federal Cuts Threaten Alaska's Fight Against Overdose Deaths
Proposed federal budget cuts to law enforcement and Medicaid could devastate Alaska's efforts to combat rising overdose fatalities, warn public health and police chiefs.
Mutated flu virus sparks Covid-era fears in NI school
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.
Mutated Flu Wave Sparks Fears of 8,000 UK Hospitalisations
A mutated flu strain is driving a severe winter crisis in England, with hospitalisations 56% higher than 2024. Experts warn of up to 8,000 patients as NHS braces for Christmas wave. Get your vaccine now.
Maha campaigners demand Trump fire EPA's Lee Zeldin
Leaders of the Make America Healthy Again movement call for EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin's removal, accusing him of favouring chemical firms over public health. Read the latest on the growing feud.
UK Flu Warning: 8,000 Hospitalisations Possible
Health leaders warn a mutated flu strain could hospitalise up to 8,000 people. The virus is hitting younger patients early and hard. Learn the symptoms and risks.
Death Cap Mushroom Poisoning Outbreak in California
California health officials issue urgent warning to foragers after a death and severe liver damage linked to toxic death cap mushrooms. Learn the symptoms and risks.
London flu admissions could triple as epidemic hits
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.
Hepatitis B vaccine recommended for all UK adults
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.
Urgent Warning Over Methanol Poisoning Risk for Travellers
Health officials call for clear warnings about methanol poisoning risks in popular holiday destinations. Learn the symptoms and how to stay safe abroad.
US Panel Votes on Changing Infant Hepatitis B Vaccine Advice
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.
Families Share Concerns on Ultra-Processed Foods (UPFs)
UK families reveal their worries about the health impacts of ultra-processed foods. Share your own experiences and concerns in our callout.
Parents worldwide battle junk food proliferation near schools
Families across five continents reveal their daily struggle against ultra-processed foods targeting children. New Lancet study warns of long-term health harms as obesity rates soar. Read their stories.
High PFAS Levels Found in European Cereal Products
A new study finds concerning levels of persistent PFAS chemicals in popular cereal products across Europe, raising health alarms. Discover the findings and what they mean for consumers.
Early Covid Stratus Symptoms That Mean You Need a Test
Experts highlight the crucial early signs of the Stratus Covid variant, including a severe sore throat. Learn the symptoms and why testing remains vital to protect vulnerable groups.
New appeal for missing Surrey man Eugen Comanescu
Police Scotland issue fresh appeal one month after Eugen Comanescu vanished. His car was found in a remote Highland location. Officers urge anyone with information to come forward.
Mortuary workers exposed to high toxin levels from crash bodies
A coroner's report reveals mortuary staff faced 'significant chemical hazard' from formalin on repatriated Air India crash victims. Read the full investigation.
US Panel May Axe Newborn Hepatitis B Vaccine
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.
San Francisco sues food firms over ultra-processed products
San Francisco files a landmark lawsuit against 10 major food corporations, alleging they knowingly sell harmful ultra-processed foods. The city seeks damages for public health costs linked to diseases like cancer and diabetes.
800,000 UK toddlers on social media, CSJ warns
Shocking figures reveal over 800,000 UK children aged 3-5 use social media. Former minister Lord Nash demands a public health campaign and age limit of 16. Read the full report.
Hong Kong fire: 146 dead, 13 arrested in safety probe
A devastating fire at Hong Kong's Wang Fuk Court housing complex has claimed 146 lives, with 200 missing. Authorities arrest 13 as anger grows over alleged safety failures. Share your story.
How Australia's HIV/AIDS strategy saved lives
Discover how Australia's community-led approach to HIV/AIDS became a global public health model, combining activism with government support to combat the crisis effectively.
Police victim blaming in Hannah Clarke case revealed
Exclusive documents reveal controversial police comments about Hannah Clarke's murder were part of failed media strategy. Read the shocking details of this botched investigation approach.
Plant-Based UPFs Healthier Than Meat, Experts Say
New research reveals not all ultra-processed foods are equal. Choosing plant-based UPFs over meat and dairy is the healthier choice for reducing disease risk. Learn the facts.
Hong Kong fire death toll rises to 146
The death toll from Hong Kong's Wang Fuk Court apartment fire has climbed to 146 with 100 people missing. Authorities investigate fire safety failures as public anger grows.
Hong Kong Apartment Fire Death Toll Reaches 146
The death toll from the Wang Fuk Court apartment fire in Hong Kong has climbed to 146, with 100 people still missing. Investigators face a weeks-long search amid public anger over fire safety.
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