London is in shock after a series of knife crimes in North London left four people stabbed, including two schoolboys aged 12 and 13. Attacks occurred at a high school, an Overground station, and the North Circular Road.
A four-day cold weather health alert has been issued for central and northern England, warning of risks to vulnerable people and potential strain on health services. The Met Office predicts snow and icy conditions, with temperatures dropping sharply.
Two boys aged 12 and 13 were stabbed at Kingsbury High School in Brent, northwest London. Police say they are in stable condition with serious but non-life-threatening injuries. A 13-year-old suspect has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder, wit
A three-day cold weather health alert has been issued for central and northern England, with the Met Office warning of incoming snow and ice. Vulnerable populations are at increased risk as temperatures plummet.
The UK Health Security Agency has issued a three-day cold weather health alert for central and northern England, warning of increased risks for vulnerable populations and potential strain on healthcare services.
The UK Health Security Agency has issued a three-day cold weather health alert for the Midlands and northern England, warning of increased risks to vulnerable populations and minor impacts on healthcare services.
A three-day cold weather health alert has been issued for the Midlands and northern England, warning of increased risks to vulnerable populations and potential strain on health services from February 13-16, 2026.
New research reveals individuals with obesity face significantly higher risks of hospitalisation or death from infections, highlighting a critical public health concern.
Recent fatalities in New York City due to extreme cold weather underscore the urgent need for better winter preparedness and support for vulnerable populations.
A woman in Bangladesh has died from the rare, brain-damaging Nipah virus, with health officials monitoring contacts and neighbouring countries reporting cases.
New research reveals how sneezing, an involuntary explosive reflex, is influenced by factors like illness and pollution, impacting human health and public spaces.
Four people have died and dozens are seriously ill after consuming poisonous death cap mushrooms in California, prompting urgent warnings from health officials.
Four people have died and three require liver transplants after consuming poisonous Death Cap mushrooms in California, with health officials warning against foraging.
The World Health Organization reports a fatal case of Nipah virus in Bangladesh, prompting increased health monitoring and public awareness efforts in the region.
London Fire Commissioner Jonathan Smith warns the capital faces unprecedented fire risks from climate change, lithium-ion batteries and tall buildings, calling for more funding to tackle the 'new normal'.
Darna Tahini has been urgently recalled by Aytac Foods Distribution Limited after contamination with peanuts, posing a serious risk to those with allergies.
Major baby formula brands including Aptamil, Cow & Gate, and SMA face urgent recalls across the UK after dozens of children developed symptoms linked to harmful toxins.
Nearly two-thirds of Brits don't drink enough water, leading to headaches, fatigue, and serious health risks. A GP explains symptoms, daily requirements, and why tea and beer don't help hydration.
Fourteen people, including six children, escaped unharmed from a devastating fire that destroyed two homes in Southall after working smoke alarms alerted them to the danger.
A two-year-old girl was rushed to hospital with injuries after an alleged attack by two Rottweiler-style dogs in Raphael Park, Romford. Police have seized the animals and are investigating.
Research by Action on Salt and Sugar shows nearly a quarter of supermarket soups contain excessive salt, with some brands surpassing daily limits and raising health concerns.
Broadcaster Kirsty Gallacher urges increased police presence and better response to violence against women after being attacked in central London last year.
A two-year-old girl was hospitalised after an alleged attack by two rottweiler-type dogs in Raphael Park, Romford. Police have seized the animals and are investigating.
Khaleed Oladipo, a 20-year-old cybersecurity student at De Montfort University, has been identified as the victim of a fatal stabbing in Leicester city centre.
UKHSA reports 36 clinical cases of children with toxin poisoning symptoms linked to recalled Nestlé and Danone baby formula batches due to cereulide contamination.
A meat-free sandwich filler sold in Tesco has been urgently recalled due to incorrect labelling that fails to declare allergens, posing a serious threat to people with coeliac disease or soya allergies.
The UK Health Security Agency is investigating 36 cases of children falling ill after consuming recalled batches of SMA and Aptamil baby formulas containing cereulide toxin.
Recent scientific studies investigate whether exposure to cold temperatures directly increases susceptibility to influenza, exploring immune responses and environmental factors.
A tribute to Lelia Duley, the esteemed epidemiologist whose groundbreaking research on pre-eclampsia and maternal health saved countless lives globally.
Coronial hearings into the deaths of five infants murdered by nurse Lucy Letby at Countess of Chester Hospital have been formally opened and adjourned pending further investigations.