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UK detects its first human case of swine flu strain

Health officials scramble to trace contacts of person infected with H1N2 strain

The Guardian - UK · Nov 27, 2023

What is the new swine flu strain H1N2 and what are the symptoms?

The first human case of the flu strain H1N2 – which has been circulating in pigs – has been detected in the UK, the UK Health Security Agency…

The National (Scotland) · Nov 27, 2023

First human case of swine flu strain H1N2 detected – what does this mean?

The virus has been circulating in pigs

The Independent UK · Nov 27, 2023

Flu and Covid-19 hospital admissions in England remain lower than last year

Flu admission rates are highest among children under the age of five.

The Independent UK · Nov 16, 2023

Get vaccinated to stay fighting fit this winter

As the temperatures start​ to drop and illnesses begin to spread, vaccines are our best form of defence against flu and Covid-19.

The Independent UK · Nov 16, 2023

Antibiotic-resistant infections rise in England but still below pre-Covid levels

Number of antibiotic prescriptions also up and officials warn against giving leftovers to friends and family

The Guardian - UK · Nov 15, 2023

People urged to treat antibiotics with respect as resistance rises post-pandemic

The number of patients with an antibiotic-resistance infection rose by 4% in 2022.

The Independent UK · Nov 15, 2023

Childhood chickenpox vaccine recommended for use on the NHS

Youngsters should be offered two doses when they are aged 12 months and 18 months, scientists have said.

The Independent UK · Nov 14, 2023

Flu and Covid hospital admission rates at lower level than last year

UKHSA says rates are 'stable' but urges people to come forward to get vaccinated

Evening Standard · Nov 9, 2023

Flu and Covid warning ahead of seasonal spike in cases

Last winter saw the worst flu season in the UK for a decade

The Independent UK · Nov 9, 2023