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Flu Rise Sharply In England’s Hospitals, NHS Issues Urgent Warning

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Flu Rise Sharply In England’s Hospitals, NHS Issues Urgent Warning

The UK is grappling with a sharp surge in flu cases, government health officials announced today. Surveillance data tracking the outbreak reveals that flu-related hospital admissions have soared, now standing at four times the level recorded just a month ago. According to BBC, latest data shows there were 5,000 patients with the virus being treated…

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What Is Festive Flu? Understanding The Illness Linked To Seasonal Celebrations

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What Is Festive Flu? Understanding The Illness Linked To Seasonal Celebrations

The head of NHS England has urged people in the UK to get vaccinated before Christmas as cases of “festive flu” continue to rise. This winter, the UK has seen a sharp increase in flu, norovirus (the winter vomiting bug), and RSV (a virus causing cold and cough-like symptoms). Last week, an average of 1,861…

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