Urgent Health Alert as UK Temperatures Plummet
The UKHSA warns of serious health risks as an Arctic freeze hits. Vulnerable people urged to heat homes to 18°C and check on neighbours. Stay safe.
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UK snow bomb could break 40-year weather record
A 'snow bomb' and freak high-pressure dome could shatter a 40-year UK weather record. Met Office warns of Arctic winds, snow, and unprecedented millibar readings. Read the full forecast.
Essex NHS Christmas pharmacy opening hours revealed
Find out which pharmacies in mid and south Essex are open on Christmas Day for essential medicines and advice. Use the NHS 'find a pharmacy' service for urgent help.
Christmas Day Pharmacy Opening Times in Mid & South Essex
Find out which NHS pharmacies are open on Christmas Day in mid and south Essex for essential medicines and health advice. Check times and locations here.
Birmingham City boss Davies opens up on pressure
Birmingham City manager Chris Davies discusses the pressure, fan support, and the challenge of four games in ten days as Blues aim to climb the Championship table.
Free NHS Prescriptions and Dental Care for Young Care Leavers
Young adults leaving care in England will receive free NHS prescriptions, dental treatment, and eye tests up to age 25. A new pilot also offers paid NHS internships and guaranteed interviews.
Pharmacy First Eases Winter Strain on NHS in West Midlands
As winter pressures mount, NHS urges patients to use Pharmacy First for minor illnesses. The service, launched in 2024, is freeing up GP appointments and easing hospital demand across the West Midlands.
119,000 Households Hit by DWP Benefit Cap Before Christmas
The DWP's benefit cap is affecting 119,000 households, with 82% including children, leaving families cash-strapped for the festive season. Learn the key figures and impacts.
NHS staff: 24 hours left for £30 Uber Christmas offer
NHS workers must link their Uber account to an NHS email by 11.59pm on Dec 21 to claim £30 in festive discounts for rides and food on Christmas Day.
NHS warning for amlodipine, ramipril and lisinopril users
The NHS advises patients on key hypertension medications about dangerous interactions and side effects. Learn the signs of low blood pressure and when to see your GP.
Birmingham flu hospitalisations more than double elsewhere
New NHS data reveals Birmingham hospitals have the UK's highest flu patient numbers, with figures more than double those in Manchester. See the full regional breakdown.
NHS dentist payment changes for emergencies from April 2026
Dentists in England will receive higher payments for NHS emergency appointments from April 2026 under Labour government plans, aiming to improve patient access and save costs.
Junior Doctors Strike After Rejecting Government Deal
Junior doctors in England will stage a five-day strike from December 17th after BMA members overwhelmingly rejected a government offer. The walkout coincides with record flu cases, sparking a patient safety row.
Anger over plan to close Willenhall stroke rehab centre
Over 600 people protest Walsall NHS Trust's plan to close Hollybank House stroke unit. Trust cites £500k upgrade costs, proposes moving services to Wolverhampton. Campaigners fear loss of local care.
NHS issues urgent flu warning as hospital cases surge
The NHS warns of an unprecedented winter flu wave, with hospitalisations 56% higher than last year and no sign of a peak. Health leaders urge the public to get vaccinated and use services wisely.
Record flu hospitalisations strain NHS ahead of Christmas
The NHS faces an 'unprecedented flu wave' with hospitalisations 56% higher than last year. Health chiefs urge eligible people to get vaccinated now to protect themselves and ease pressure on hospitals.
Flu hospitalisations surge 56% as NHS faces 'unprecedented wave'
Flu patients in NHS hospitals in England have jumped 56% year-on-year. Health chiefs warn of an 'unprecedented wave' and urge eligible people to get vaccinated now.
Record flu hospitalisations put NHS under severe pressure
The NHS faces an unprecedented winter flu wave with record hospitalisations. Health chiefs urge eligible people to get vaccinated now to protect themselves and the health service.
Free winter car fixes to prevent breakdowns in cold weather
Expert reveals five simple, zero-cost checks to protect your car from winter breakdowns. Learn how to maintain tyre pressure, battery health, and more to stay safe on icy roads.
Birmingham Hospitals Report £31.2m Deficit
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Trust reports a £31.2m deficit, £17.1m worse than planned, driven by rising staff pay costs. A financial recovery plan is underway.
Berwick Hospital Work Resumes After Collapse
Construction restarts on Berwick's £35m community hospital with a new interim contractor after Merit's administration. The NHS trust reassures the community on progress.
Met Office warns of 'extensive' snow risk this weekend
The Met Office has issued a weather warning with three potential scenarios for Saturday. Two of them could bring disruptive snow to parts of the UK. Stay updated.
Met Office warns of 'extensive' snow risk this weekend
The Met Office has issued a weather warning for potential 'extensive' snow across parts of the UK this weekend. Discover the three forecast scenarios and their impacts.
Family Ambassador Transforms Mental Health Support at EPUT
Discover how Nazila Husanovic-Gladwyn uses her lived experience to support families and improve mental health services at Essex NHS Trust. Learn about this vital role making a real difference.
West Midlands urged to use NHS App this winter
NHS bosses in the West Midlands urge residents to download the NHS App to ease winter pressure. App usage is below the national average, risking longer waits for care.
Peter Andre's parenting fear after child's tragic death
Singer Peter Andre opens up about his 'big fear' as a parent following the suspected drug-related death of 11-year-old Olivia Curley. Read his heartfelt warning.
Cold hands could be a sign of Raynaud's condition
Cold hands and feet might indicate Raynaud's, a condition affecting circulation. Learn the symptoms, when to see a GP, and how to manage it effectively.
BBC Breakfast guest shares terminal cancer diagnosis
BBC Breakfast hosts announced guest Danny Burkey's terminal prostate cancer diagnosis, highlighting a new national screening trial aiming to save thousands of lives annually.
Louis Tomlinson donates £4k to bodyguard's surgery
One Direction's Louis Tomlinson donates £4,000 to former bodyguard Preston Mahon, who needs life-saving leg surgery after NHS says it cannot intervene. Read the full story.
Stepping Hill Hospital Honours Long-Serving Staff & Volunteers
Stockport NHS Foundation Trust celebrates over 150 years of volunteer service and 2,720 years of staff dedication in special awards ceremonies. Read more about the local heroes.
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