UK Faces Surge in Norovirus Cases: Health Officials Urge Caution Amid Rising Infections Thursday, January 15, 2026 norovirus ukhsa infection hygiene outbreak flu vaccination elderly hospitals prevention Health authorities in the UK have raised the alarm following a significant increase in norovirus cases. The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) reported a 47% rise in infections during the first two weeks of 2026 compared to … Read More
NHS Issues Crucial Advice to Prevent Flu Spread with 24-Hour Contagion Window Sunday, January 11, 2026 nhs flu influenza contagion prevention vaccine health hygiene infection ukhsa As flu cases rise across England, the NHS has issued vital advice to help people prevent the spread of influenza during the winter months. According to health officials, flu viruses can survive on hands and surfaces for up to … Read More
UKHSA Warns: Most Children Will Catch Adenovirus Before Age 10 Thursday, January 8, 2026 adenovirus ukhsa children virus infection symptoms contagious winter health pediatrics The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has highlighted adenovirus as a common, often overlooked virus that infects most people in the UK before their tenth birthday. While winter brings an increase in various viral illnesses, … Read More
NHS Advises Five-Day Exclusion for Children with Common Illnesses Tuesday, January 6, 2026 nhs children school illness chickenpox infection guidance parents absence viruses As millions of children return to school after the Christmas holidays, many parents face the challenge of managing common winter illnesses that their children might have caught at home. With colder weather increasing the risk … Read More
NHS Issues Important Warfarin Warning for Those With Urinary Tract Infection Symptoms Saturday, December 20, 2025 nhs warfarin uti infection anticoagulants cranberry dmannose antibiotics sepsis symptoms The NHS has issued a vital warning for individuals taking warfarin who experience symptoms of a urinary tract infection (UTI). It emphasizes the importance of recognizing UTI signs and advises caution with certain remedies if … Read More
NHS Issues Critical Warfarin Warning for Those Experiencing UTI Symptoms Saturday, December 20, 2025 nhs warfarin uti infection anticoagulant cranberry d-mannose sepsis kidney pneumonia The NHS has released an important alert for people taking warfarin who exhibit symptoms of a urinary tract infection (UTI). It stresses the importance of monitoring specific signs and coordinating treatment carefully, … Read More