Flu

Millions to miss out on Covid booster as NHS slashes eligibility

A nurse prepares a dose of a Covid-19 vaccine.

Covid and flu jabs to be brought forward over emergence of new variant

Lidl has announced it is considering two South Shields locations as part of its latest expansion

Lidl issues urgent warning as popular product could lead to infection

Norovirus levels remain high (Photo: Adobe)

UKHSA briefing: norovirus cases remain high across country

Mystic Meg with her beginners guide to tarot cards in John Menzies, Princes Street, Edinburgh.

UK astrologer Mystic Meg dead at 80

As temperatures continue to plummet the NHS has issued advice to vulnerable people during the cold snap

NHS issues cold weather advice as temperatures plummet

Tesco is stocking £8 health-kits to test for cancers and illnesses in a first of a kind deal to help the NHS

Tesco launch at-home medical kits to test for cancer & thyroid issues

Decongestants like Sudafed, Nurofen Cold & Flu and Day & Night Nurse could be restricted or banned in the UK after links to brain disorders have been reported.

Possible UK ban for cold & flu medicines after brain disorder reports

Sister Andre, born Lucile Randon, died in her sleep this wweek aged 118.

World’s oldest person Sister Andre dies in her sleep at 118

UK pharmacies warn of Calpol shortage in several regions

Adults have been warned to stay at home when feeling unwell or wear face coverings in public spaces in order to stem the spread of illness,

Adults told to ‘stay home’ and ‘wear face coverings’ if unwell

Tongue of a child with scarlet fever - strawberry tongue.

Back to school advice as scarlet fever and Covid cases remain high

Avoid elderly loved ones at Christmas if you’re ill, health bosses say

Can dogs get colds like humans?

Huge vaccinations drive ahead as winter ‘twindemic’ looms

Washing your hands is vital for the protection of you and others.

As winter arrives, viruses are ready to flourish

Get your free flu jab this winter.

Lincolnshire residents with long-term conditions urged to get free flu jab this ...

Dr Karen Dunderdale, director of nursing at United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust.

COLUMN: Become a flu fighter this winter

The best time to have a flu vaccine is in the autumn before flu starts circulating (Photo: Shutterstock)

Here’s who is eligible for a free NHS flu jab this year - and when it will be av...

Not everyone agreed with the mask rules put in place in some parts of America 100 years ago. (Photo: Shutterstock)

Anti-mask protests first took place 100 years ago - here’s why

People are being urged to get the free flu jab

Over 65s urged to get free flu jab now

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Over 65? Get your free flu jab now!

The flu vaccine is available for free.

Pregnant women in Lincolnshire can protect their unborn baby with free flu jab

Northamptonshire Carers is urging those who look after vulnerable people to get a flu jab

Over 65? Don't forget your free flu jab this winter

Doncaster Royal Infirmary.

New technology to help protect Doncaster hospital patients from flu

County Hall at Trent Bridge

Notts: Council urge ‘at risk’ groups to ensure their protection from flu this wi...

Trust fights flu this season

Pregnant women are being urged to get the flu jab

Bassetlaw: Pregnant women urged to get free flu jab

Free flu jab for over 65s

Flu jab reminder for mums

Elderly advised to get flu jab