The number of people with flu in hospital has quadrupled in the last month, the latest data shows. -
Perimeter security broken at dozens of prisons in England and Wales, warn governors
HIgh-profile escapes highlight under-investment at facilities that date back to the Victorian eraFinancial Times - 7h -
In severe bird flu cases, the virus can mutate as it lingers in the body
A 13-year-old girl in British Columbia who was hospitalized with bird flu for several weeks late last year harbored a mutated version of the virus, according to a report published this week in the ...NBC News - 1d -
Flu emergency room visits now "very high" nationwide, CDC says
Several Western states are seeing rates worse than last year's peak of flu season.CBS News - 1d -
Breast cancer rates rising fastest in younger women, study finds
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Flu season ‘one of the worst’ on record as cases jump in England
NHS data shows number of people in hospital with the illness has quadrupled over past monthFinancial Times - 2d -
Early cancer diagnosis in England at record level, NHS figures show
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Bus passengers in England face £1 fare cap rise
One leading lobby group said it would result in a "costly start" to 2025 for many bus passengers.BBC News - 4d -
Energy prices rise with warnings of more pain to come
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Watch: Snowy Sunday in parts of the UK
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NHS App upgrade to give patients more choice over treatment
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The Duchess of Sussex appears to be embarking on a new era in her glossy new Netflix show.BBC News - 12h -
Road-tripping Chinese grandma inspires millions after fleeing abusive marriage
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