Vaccination

Saturday, December 13, 2025 h3n2 flu uk health nhs vaccination winter virus outbreak hospitalizations

Health experts are sounding the alarm as the UK experiences a sharp rise in flu cases this winter, primarily caused by the H3N2 strain. This strain is known for causing more severe illness, and its evolution from previous … Read More

Thursday, December 11, 2025 birmingham flu hospitals nhs superflu england healthcare vaccination staffing crisis

Birmingham has emerged as the hardest-hit area in England during this intense flu season, with the NHS reporting unprecedented hospital admission rates due to the so-called ‘super-flu.’ Last week, hospitals across … Read More

Sunday, November 16, 2025 flu h3n2 vaccination health uk winter virus infection immunity outbreak

Health experts are sounding the alarm about a new subtype of the flu virus, warning that it could trigger a severe outbreak this winter. The H3N2 strain, known for its potential severity, has caused flu cases to appear … Read More

Tuesday, November 11, 2025 ukhsa flu vaccination nhs winter infectious publichealth healthcare illness prevention

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has issued a strong warning as an early and intense wave of flu spreads rapidly across the country, threatening to overwhelm the NHS during what is expected to be the harshest winter in … Read More

Wednesday, November 5, 2025 face-masks flu hospital infection-control safety derbyshire chesterfield healthcare vaccination public-health

Chesterfield Royal Hospital in Derbyshire has reintroduced mandatory face masks for all staff, patients, and visitors due to a surge in flu cases within its premises. This precautionary measure aims to safeguard the health of … Read More