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Too much exercise can increase flu risk

Fri, 06 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0000

Strenuous exercise could increase your flu risk.

Scientists suggest that the timing that a flu jab is administered may impact efficacy

Fri, 23 Dec 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Flub jabs may be more effective in the morning for men and in the afternoon for women, according to scientists from the University of Birmingham.

Low turnout of pregnant women for flu vaccine

Tue, 15 Nov 2011 00:00:00 +0000

The Department of Health releases figures that reveal that just 14% of pregnant women in the UK have received the flu vaccination so far this year.

U.S health officials recommend majority of Americans should receive flu vaccine

Thu, 22 Sep 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Health officials at the Centers for Diease Control and Prevention in the United States have launched a new campaign urging all Americans over the age of six months to get vaccinated against the flu virus.

New �flare-up� of bird flu possible, UN warns

Wed, 31 Aug 2011 00:00:00 +0000

A resurgence of bird flu could be imminent and a mutant strain of the virus is spreading, according to the United Nations.

Common swine flu vaccination to be withdrawn due to fears of a link to narcolepsy

Fri, 22 Jul 2011 00:00:00 +0000

A swine flu vaccine that was used extensively during the 2009/10 pandemic will no longer be used as the EMA warns it has been linked to narcolepsy in children.

Universal flu shot on the horizon

Tue, 11 Jan 2011 11:08:12 +0000

Scientists said on Monday that they are closing in on a universal flu shot.

�Worst flu outbreak for years� continues

Thu, 06 Jan 2011 17:00:13 +0000

Britain�s most severe flu outbreak for years is continuing to cause problems for hospitals, and an epidemic may not be far away, various media sources are reporting.

Swine flu epidemic fears in Wales

Wed, 15 Dec 2010 10:29:38 +0000

A cluster of swine flu cases at a private school in Wales have sparked fears that a national epidemic could be emerging.

Third man dies from swine flu

Wed, 15 Dec 2010 10:02:38 +0000

A man in North England has died from swine flu, marking the third time this week that a H1N1 virus death has been confirmed.

Thatcher misses 85th birthday celebrations due to flu

Fri, 15 Oct 2010 09:58:26 +0000

Margaret Thatcher has missed her 85th birthday celebrations at Downing Street after being struck down by the flu.

Swine flu vaccines to be destroyed

Tue, 20 Jul 2010 17:17:37 +0000

Around a quarter of all American swine flu vaccines are to be destroyed due to the treatments expiring.

Sunlight can help battle influenza

Thu, 24 Jun 2010 10:40:51 +0000

How can sunlight help us all battle swine flu?

World Cup horns could spread influenza

Tue, 15 Jun 2010 16:33:58 +0000

Vuvuzelas could be responsible for the spread of influenza during the World Cup, doctors are warning.

Swine Flu strikes again in Wales

Mon, 07 Jun 2010 11:50:16 +0000

A new case of the deadly Swine Flu virus has emerged in Wales.

WHO warns bird flu still presents a threat

Wed, 24 Mar 2010 15:27:19 +0000

The bird flu virus still presents a threat to the world, the World Health Organisation warned at an influenza press conference last week. Just this year the organisation reports that there have been 21 cases of bird flu, including 7 deaths.

EU unveils new research projects to tackle influenza

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 16:09:01 +0000

The European Union has announced that it will be spending 18 million euros on research projects into influenza and its spread. It is hoped that the move will save thousands of lives from the swine flu pandemic.

WHO: swine flu has not peaked

Wed, 24 Feb 2010 15:19:46 +0000

The World Health Organisation has revealed that it is too early to declare that the global swine flu pandemic has peaked.

Swine flu hotline closes down

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 15:33:07 +0000

The government has announced that the national swine flu hotline will close next week, due to a drop in infection levels.

The WHO denies allegations of swine flu embellishment

Thu, 28 Jan 2010 10:41:38 +0000

The WHO has been called to question over allegations that it exagerated the xtent of the swine flu pandemic for finnancial gain.

Toddler's appendix bursts after misdiagnosis

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 12:30:11 +0000

A 2 year old child, suspected of carrying the H1N1 virus suffered a burst appendix as the result of a misdiagnosis from health experts. The Tots Mother, Marie Cragg, claims that operators from NHS Direct had suggested the girls symptoms were the direct result of the swine flu infection. She was told to call the swine flu hotline.

New York marathon runners advised to take extra caution with H1N1

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 09:10:15 +0000

With schools set to close during the second wave of the swine flu virus this winter, precuations are being taken in many other areas and the New York Marathon is no exception. The 42,000 runners will be given a pack containing sanatizers and energy bars. They are also being asked to pull out if they suspect they are infected.

Swine flu jab cripples cheerleader

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 06:21:28 +0000

The launch of the new swine flu jab across the UK has been marred by reports that an American cheerleader has been crippled by the vaccine, meaning she can only walk backwards.

Swine flu infections falling in the UK

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 07:17:12 +0000

The rate of infection for the H1N1 virus was predicted to double in the UK. However, recent figures show that although recorded cases are on the rise, it is not spreading as rapidly as first thought.

New tests carried out on child friendly swine flu vaccine

Fri, 02 Oct 2009 09:13:54 +0000

A new vaccine is currently being tested at St George's Hospital to determine whether it is suitable for children.

Government stores thousands of cardboard coffins for next H1N1 outbreak

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 11:22:36 +0000

With 1900 Brits expected to die as the result of H1N1 virus this coming autumn, the government have begun to stock pile thousands of cardboard coffins and refrigeration units.

Bird flu linked with Parkinson�s and Alzheimer�s

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 13:06:03 +0000

Experts have identified an apprent link between the H5N1 virus and Alzheimer�s disease. The findings were born out of tests conducted on mice that showed that the disease effects the brain in the same way.

Are drugs giants making a killing from a useless vaccine?

Thu, 23 Jul 2009 00:00:00 +0000

Swine Flu a greater threat than terrorism

Thu, 23 Jul 2009 00:00:00 +0000

PCTs made aware about the cost of obesity, asked to encourage citizens to eat and live healthy

Thu, 08 Jan 2009 00:00:00 +0000

You know cycling is healthy, but Urologists think otherwise!

Thu, 08 Jan 2009 00:00:00 +0000

GSK begins trial for its 'superior' vaccine for protection against Seasonal Influenza

Thu, 08 Jan 2009 00:00:00 +0000

Novel Hybrid Viruses cause Influenza Epidemics

Thu, 08 Jan 2009 00:00:00 +0000

Vaccination Drive Gears up Ahead of Influenza Season � Elderly Marked as Priority Risk Group

Tue, 23 Dec 2008 00:00:00 +0000

High-Dose Influenza Vaccine shows Increased Immune Response among Older Adults

Mon, 22 Dec 2008 00:00:00 +0000

Scientists Prove the Role of Wild Birds in the Avian Influenza Movement from Asia to North America

Mon, 22 Dec 2008 00:00:00 +0000

Three Swans Dead Due to Bird Flu in Dorset, UK

Thu, 08 Jan 2009 00:00:00 +0000