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Heat health alerts and hosepipe bans across England as third heatwave takes hold

UKHSA warning came into effect at noon on Friday as temperatures predicted to reach 33C over weekend

The Guardian - UK

Here’s how to avoid Salmonella as cases in England reach ten-year high

ANALYSIS: Salmonella is a species of bacteria that is one of the most common causes of foodborne illnesses globally

The Independent UK

New Covid strain spreads across UK with unique symptom

The XFG and XFG.3 variants currently account for around 30 percent of Covid-19 cases in England

The Independent UK

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Salmonella cases are at ten-year high in England – here’s what you can do to keep yourself safe

Salmonella cases in England are the highest they’ve been in a decade, according to recent UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) data. There was a 17% increase in cases observed from 2023 to 2024 – culminating in 10,388 detected infections last year. Children and older adults accounted for around a fifth…

The Conversation

Scotch eggs recalled by major food brand over salmonella fears

Two products will be withdrawn from supermarket shelves after routine safety tests revealed salmonella contamination

The Independent UK

More hot and humid conditions in south and east after temperature tops 33C

It comes after the UK Health Security Agency extended amber heat health alerts for much of the country into Wednesday morning.

Evening Standard

‘Stubborn’ barriers prevent parents from vaccinating their children – report

Uptake of vaccines in the UK has stalled over the last decade and is, in many cases, declining.

The Independent UK

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Six ‘stubborn’ barriers stopping parents from vaccinating their children

The uptake of vaccines in the UK has stalled over the last decade and is, in many cases, declining

The Independent UK

Amber heat health alerts extended as June ends with one of its hottest days ever

Scientists warned heatwaves are becoming more frequent with climate change – and hot spells earlier in the summer are particularly dangerous.

Evening Standard

Heatwave grips London as temperatures soar towards 30C for second day and health alert issued

High temperatures have led commuters to report stuffy conditions across the Tube network

Evening Standard

Carrie Johnson admitted to hospital amid ‘brutal’ week

Her experience has sparked a warning to breastfeeding parents

The Independent UK

Carrie Johnson warns mothers about dehydration from hospital bed

Mrs Johnson, the wife of former prime minister Boris Johnson, gave birth to her fourth child in May.

Evening Standard

Forecasters predict heatwave for parts of UK with temperatures to hit 30C

The UK Health Security Agency and the Met Office have issued an amber heat-health alert for several regions across England.

Evening Standard

Amber heat health alert to come into force as 30C temperatures forecast

The alert, which covers most of southern England, starts at midday on Friday and will last until 6pm on Tuesday.

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The Guardian - UK

Heat alerts issued for most of England as temperatures above 30C forecast again

UKHSA amber and yellow alerts due to come into force at midday on Friday until Tuesday evening

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Urgent UK Government health warning issued as Salmonella cases linked to cheese

People can die from Salmonella via dehydration or if the bacteria enters the bloodstream, which can lead to sepsis — a life-threatening reaction

Evening Standard

New salmonella warning as infections hit highest level in a decade

Children, the elderly and people with weakened immune systems are particularly vulnerable to the bug.

The Independent UK

Warning as food poisoning infections reach highest level in a decade

The UKHSA is reminding the public to adopt robust hygiene practices

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The Guardian - UK

Current heatwave ‘likely to kill almost 600 people in England and Wales’

Surge in deaths would not be occurring without human-caused global heating, scientists say as analysis published

Evening Standard

Scattered thunderstorms to mix with heat as temperatures up to 34C forecast

An amber heat-health alert for all regions in England is in place for the whole of the weekend.

Evening Standard

Heatwaves declared across England and Wales with higher temperatures to come

Friday saw highs of 30.8C recorded in both England and Wales.

The Independent UK

Botulism: Spike in UK cases of extremely rare condition linked to ‘fake botox’

Nearly 30 cases of the rare condition have been reported in North East England

Evening Standard

Warning issued for thunderstorms in north of England after possible heatwaves

A yellow weather warning covering Nottingham up to Newcastle is in place from 3pm on Saturday until 4am on Sunday.

The Independent UK

Young women ‘at risk’ of preventable cancer after low vaccine uptake

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The Independent UK

Cervical cancer rates soaring in deprived areas after low vaccine uptake

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has revealed that low vaccine uptake among children is leaving many women vulnerable to cervical cancer.

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