Outbreak

Scabies

Medieval Rash Outbreak in UK: Key Symptoms to Watch For

The UK is witnessing a significant surge in cases of scabies, a skin condition often mistaken or undiagnosed, and notoriously challenging to treat. Caused by microscopic mites transmitted by direct skin-to-skin contact, …

By Lori Iliff · · 3 min read

Flu

Flu 'Tidal Wave' Map Reveals Impact on Local Hospitals Across the UK

Health authorities are sounding the alarm over a “tidal wave of flu” that is dramatically increasing hospital admissions throughout the UK. An interactive NHS map now allows residents to see how severely their local areas are …

By Joe Fenwick · · 2 min read