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It's important to be aware of the symptoms of Covid this Christmas.

Covid symptoms you should look out for this Christmas

Norovirus is highly contagious.

Health officials issue 'stay home' warning if you have these symptoms

Norovirus levels across the UK are “the highest in more than a decade” (Photo: Adobe)

Norovirus UK: People with these symptoms urged to stay at home

A new case of mpox has been detected in Leeds, the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has confirmed.

The differences between the mild and deadly Mpox strains explained

Maggie Hackney was the face of a '60's blood donor campaign and didn't know until recently

I was the face of a '60's blood donor campaign. I was amazed to see it

Some common cold and flu medications can cause drowsiness.

Common cold and flu medications that could see drivers fined

Asthma attacks can often occur in response to a trigger such as an allergy, infections or mould and damp.

Warning signs of an asthma attack that you shouldn't ignore

These are the red flag breast cancer symptoms you should look out for.

Red flag signs and symptoms of breast cancer that you shouldn't ignore

South Tyneside District Hospital.

Plans approved to demolish former Bede Wing at South Tyneside Hospital

Doctors are urging patients to make themselves aware of the symptoms of norovirus.

Norovirus: symptoms to watch out for as cases surge due to new strain

Martin Simpson was able to walk his daughter, Emily, down the aisle a day after having a stroke.

Dad walked his daughter down the aisle one day after having a stroke

Dr Alex Silvester, Chief Medical Officer at SpaMedica

Road Safety Week: over 40% of people with cataracts struggle to drive

If passed the bill means that terminally ill adults in England and Wales who have six months to live will legally have the choice to end their life.

Assisted dying bill UK: What is the proposed law?

The Pharmacy First scheme means you can speak to your pharmacist about seven common health conditions.

Pharmacies may close at evenings and weekends in historic strike plan

Norovirus levels across the UK are “the highest in more than a decade” (Composite: Mark Hall)

The worrying symptoms of new norovirus strain you shouldn't ignore

Peter Ellis, 69, was diagnosed with prostate cancer after an unlucky golf injury.

Grandfather's 'shock' prostate cancer diagnosis after golf injury

One in eight men in the UK will get prostate cancer 🏥

Sarah McCann

'I'm a doctor - here's my top tips to avoid catching norovirus'

The Lord Darzi Report found that the NHS is in 'serious trouble'.

NHS reforms: Government announces new league tables for NHS providers

Public toilets are unlikely to cause UTIs.

Bathroom expert debunks this common health myth around public toilets

Mounjaro, the brand name for tirzepatide could be available to nearly 250,000 people on the NHS.

Different types of weight loss drugs explained following nurse's death

The government will be introducing a smoking ban, extending the indoor smoking ban to specific outdoor spaces.

Smoking ban UK: key things you need to know

Another new case of mpox clade Ib strain has been confirmed in the UK.

The worrying warning signs of mpox as another UK case detected

Kate Osborne abstained from the Winter Fuel Allowance cut vote - and she's explained why.

Kate Osborne MP reflects on PMQs and the Budget

Pharmacist shares how to spot the difference between sore throat, strep and Covid symptoms.

Is it Covid, strep or a sore throat? Worrying symptoms to look out for

Up to 97% of new patients are unable to access NHS dental care according to the British Dental Association.

What to do if you can't get a dentist appointment

The Pharmacy First scheme means you can speak to your pharmacist about seven common health conditions.

The seven health conditions your local pharmacy can treat

Bonfire Night is celebrated with firework displays across the UK.

Bonfire Night: Firework safety tips for kids

Firework displays are a popular way to celebrate Bonfire Night 🎆

Sarah McCann

Katrina Morris has opened a brand new specialist ear care clinic in South Tyneside.

NHS nurse opens brand new clinic to help residents with ear problems

Monkeypox pathogen. Credit: UKHS

Mpox symptoms as first case of Clade 1b strain found in the UK

Chancellor Rachel Reeves prepares to give a speech at the Treasury in July 2024 (Photo: Jonathan Brady - Pool/Getty Images)

What to expect from Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ first Autumn Budget

South Tyneside District Hospital.

Plans submitted to demolish former wing at South Tyneside Hospital

Kate Osborne in action in Parliament.

Kate Osborne lauds the impact of Employment Rights Bill

Patients can access a second opinion on the NHS.

This is how you can get a second opinion on the NHS

Olympian Sir Chris Hoy has revealed he has terminal cancer.

Prostate cancer symptoms as Sir Chris Hoy shares terminal diagnosis

South Shields Town Hall.

South Tyneside Council votes against Winter Fuel Payment challenge

Menopause symptoms can have a significant impact for some.

What is the Menopause? Signs and symptoms to look out for

The dark nights and winter weather can trigger symptoms of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).

SAD: warning signs and symptoms to look out for this winter

Some of our MPs appear to hand their brains in at reception when they come to power. (Image created by AI)

'Good ideas from the Government appear thin on the ground'

Alton Towers teams up with NHS to tackle national blood shortages this winter

Cases of Covid are on the rise thanks to the new XEC Covid variant.

'Covid: symptoms and new variants explained as hospitalisations rise

Cases of HIV amongst heterosexual patients in England have risen by more than 30% since 2022.

What are the signs of HIV? Symptoms explained as cases rise in the UK

Mounjaro, the brand name for tirzepatide could be available to nearly 250,000 people on the NHS.

Tirzepatide: what is weight loss drug and how is different to Ozempic?

Ailsa Rutter, Director of Fresh and Balance.

North East smoking rates fall to second lowest in the country

More than eight pharmacies are closing across the UK every week.

Pharmacy closures: why are pharmacies closing in England?

GP tried to poison a man with fake Covid jab while posing as a nurse

GP tried to poison a man with fake Covid jab while posing as a nurse

Protester speaks at winter fuel cuts rally.

Watch: Rally against winter fuel cuts held outside Parliament

The areas in the UK with the highest percentage of smokers have been revealed.

Stopping smoking: The smoking hotspots around the UK

Rwanda declared an outbreak of the Marburg virus on September 27.

The symptoms of deadly Marburg virus as suspected case found in Europe

Symptoms of the cold, flu and Covid can be similar.

Is it cold, flu or Covid? Latest symptoms to watch out for

The NHS are asking people to protect themselves from a 'tripledemic' of RSV, Covid and flu this winter.

What is the 'tripledemic'? Cold, flu and RSV risks explained

Emma Lewell-Buck, South Shields MP, has backed calls from the Kennel Club to ban electric shock collars. Photo: NationalWorld.

Emma Lewell-Buck on the government’s commitment to improving the NHS

A video captured an attack by dog in Dagnam Crescent, Arbourthorne. Picture: South Yorkshire Police

Watch: Man is attacked by two dogs - leaving him and girl, 14, injured

Millions of people eligible for the flu jab can now book their appointment.

Flu jab: How to check if you're eligible and when booking opens

Kate Osborne in the Houses of Parliament.

Kate Osborne: Why this government is already 'delivering change'

The NHS will be starting the Covid autumn vaccine programme this autumn.

Who is eligible for the Covid vaccine as cases of XEC variant rise

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