Health officials issue urgent warning as Birmingham's meningitis B vaccination rates drop below 85%, far short of the 95% target. Two student deaths in Kent outbreak prompt nationwide vaccine demand surge.
A Boots superintendent pharmacist warns meningitis can worsen rapidly, listing key symptoms and stressing the need for urgent medical attention during the Kent outbreak.
Health officials are urgently responding to a meningitis outbreak in Kent, with 20 cases reported, including six confirmed as strain B. The outbreak primarily affects young adults in Canterbury, with antibiotics and vaccines being deployed to contain the
Boots and Superdrug have issued urgent updates on meningitis symptoms and vaccination services as bookings surge 65-fold following a Kent outbreak.
Birmingham City University has issued vital health information to its 30,000+ students regarding meningitis vaccinations and symptoms following a confirmed outbreak in Kent.
A Dudley councillor has raised alarm about children swapping dummies for vapes, urging public health officials to implement stronger educational programs in schools to combat teenage smoking and vaping.
Health officials confirm meningitis B strain in Kent outbreak as two young people die. Experts explain why students and teenagers are particularly vulnerable to this serious infection.
Health officials are responding to an unprecedented meningitis outbreak in Kent, with 15 confirmed cases, two fatalities, and thousands of students offered vaccines and antibiotics.
The UK Health Security Agency is investigating a meningitis outbreak with 15 cases reported, including two fatalities among students. Multiple schools in Kent have confirmed or suspected infections, but health officials advise against closures.
The Department for Work and Pensions will increase Pension Credit payments by £10.90 weekly from April 2026, providing extra financial support for low-income retirees.
A Birmingham health expert warns that sharing vaping devices could spread meningitis, as an outbreak in Kent has resulted in two fatalities. With 5.5 million adults vaping, the risk is heightened in social settings like universities.
Following an invasive meningococcal disease outbreak in Kent, UKHSA urges public vigilance. Learn key symptoms, the glass test, and why immediate action is critical for this medical emergency.
Nathaniel Spencer, a 38-year-old former doctor from Birmingham, has appeared in court charged with 45 sexual offences against 38 alleged victims at hospitals in Dudley and Stoke-on-Trent.
A university student and a sixth form pupil have died in a meningitis outbreak in Canterbury. The UKHSA has provided antibiotics after detecting 13 cases of invasive meningococcal disease.
Birmingham has become a major epicentre of a measles outbreak, with over 40 cases confirmed this year. Low vaccination rates across the West Midlands and London are driving the resurgence of this Victorian-era disease, posing serious public health risks.
A meningitis outbreak in Kent has tragically killed two young people and left 11 others seriously ill. Health officials are extremely concerned as cases are linked to a social event in Canterbury.
The Food Standards Agency has issued urgent recalls for items sold at major UK retailers, including Gü cheesecakes with unlabelled hazelnuts, Ritz sandwiches with allergen issues, and Tower air fryers posing fire hazards. Shoppers are advised to check the
Shocking photos reveal Birmingham's rat population has swollen to rabbit-like proportions due to uncollected waste from bin strikes, with residents describing the city as a 'living hell' and a public health danger.
A 16-month-old Brazilian girl suffered severe brain damage after choking on a strawberry while on holiday in the UK, leaving her family stranded and seeking funds for specialist rehabilitation.
Millions of state pensioners born before 1959 are receiving HMRC letters demanding repayment of Winter Fuel Payments worth up to £300 if their income exceeds £35,000.
Experts reveal that skin sensations like tingling and a pale yellow complexion are crucial indicators of vitamin B12 deficiency, which can lead to serious health issues including anaemia.
The Princess of Wales discussed her reduced alcohol intake since her cancer diagnosis during a visit to Fabal Beerhall in London, sharing insights on her recovery journey.
March 11 marks the anniversary of the World Health Organization declaring COVID-19 a global pandemic, a pivotal moment in modern history that reshaped societies worldwide.
UK households are warned to stop using six specific air fryer models immediately due to overheating and fire hazards. Major retailers including Argos, Sainsbury's, and Lidl are involved in the product recall.
Brits are urged to check eligibility for Winter Fuel Payment, Warm Home Discount, and Cold Weather Payments before they expire in days, with potential total benefits of £475.
The UK Health Security Agency warns against four specific wet wipe brands contaminated with Burkholderia stabilis bacteria, linked to 62 illnesses and six fatalities since 2018. Vulnerable individuals are at highest risk.
Gü Indulgent Foods urgently recalls its Blonde Chocolate Cheesecake due to undeclared hazelnuts, posing serious health risks for allergy sufferers. Customers advised to return products for refund.
Certain PIP, Universal Credit, and state pension claimants will receive payments early in April due to Easter bank holidays, with PIP rates also increasing.
The UK Health Security Agency has issued a critical alert against using four specific brands of skin cleansing wipes linked to a bacterial outbreak that has resulted in six deaths and 62 infections.
Rihanna's Rogue perfume has been removed from UK shelves after failing to meet cosmetic regulations due to prohibited chemicals. Consumers are advised to return products for a full refund.