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Baby tragically dies of whooping cough as UK vaccine rate plummets

A baby has become the first to die from whooping cough this year – sparking an urgent plea from health bosses for pregnant mothers to get vaccinated. The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) said the...

Children offered chickenpox vaccine on NHS

Children offered chickenpox vaccine on NHS3 hours agoMichelle RobertsDigital health editor, BBC NewsSarah (Mia's mum)All young children in England and Wales will be offered a free chickenpox vaccine...

Covid warning as worrying new health threat discovered - these people are at higher risk

Covid may increase the risk of heart attack and stroke by prematurely aging blood vessels by five years, a new study has found. According to research published in the European Heart Journal, this...

Doctor says there's new 'very real threat' of 'fatal' insect bites in UK

Brits are now at an increased risk of suffering from bites and stings without even leaving the country, according to a GP's new warning.Dr Nisa Aslam said: "You might assume that dangerous insect...

Pandemic fears erupt as China's agonising virus hits horrifying milestone

China has recorded 10,000 cases in an outbreak of a virus that is thought to be the largest of its kind on record in the country. The chikungunya virus is spread via mosquito bites, and symptoms can...

Holiday alert as Brits told check with GP six weeks before flying

Holidaymakers are advised to make a vital check with their doctor six weeks before flying. This important step can help ensure a safe and healthy trip.The NHS advises Brits to see a GP or private...

Amber health alerts as heatwave temperatures set to hit 34C

PA MediaSarah Keith-LucasLead Weather Presenter 11 August 2025, 10:49 BST639 CommentsUpdated 4 hours agoTemperatures have been rising and will continue to do so with the fourth heatwave of the summer...

Rare amber health alert issued for large parts of UK as Met Office warns of 33C scorcher

A rare amber alert has been issued for heat in large parts of England. A yellow alert is in place for the rest of the UK. The alerts, issued by the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA), are due to be in...

Storm Dexter to hit UK – but it's good news for 30C heatwave

While Storm Floris delivered "unseasonably" powerful winds to Britain earlier this week, another storm is now surprisingly poised to deliver scorching temperatures to our shores.Tropical Storm Dexter...

Chikungunya virus pandemic fears sees China move to full Covid-19 battle stations

Draconian tactics not seen since the dark days of the height of the Covid-19 pandemic are being deployed in China as a disease carried by mosquitoes threatens to run rampant. Drones, nets and scores...

Rare heat health alert issued for 6 regions as UK braces for 30C scorcher - full list

A yellow heat health alert has been issued across parts of the country from Monday as the nation has been told to brace for a potential heatwave that could see the mercury soar past 30C.The warning...

UK bacteria outbreak linked to common item in thousands of homes

The public has been urged to stop using a product found in many homes and first aid kits after it was linked to a bacterial outbreak. Four types of non-sterile alcohol-free wipes — sometimes used...

Foreign Office issues 'avoid approaching' warning to UK tourists in Turkey

Brit holidaymakers heading to Turkey this summer are being urged to exercise caution after the Foreign Office issued a safety warning concerning stray dogs, particularly in busy urban areas and...

UK officials issue urgent warning over paralysing infection linked to Botox as 38 sick

Health officials have issued an urgent warning about a paralysing infection linked to Botox after 38 people fell sick. The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has urged people to be aware of the signs...

Warning issued as pensioners at increased 'risk' this weekend

A warning has been issued about the "increased risk" to pensioners this weekend as parts of the UK have been put under amber heat-health alertsas a result of a scorching heatwave. The UK Health...