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James inhales a lungful of fumes to see if he can see air pollution moving inside him

Trial launched to ‘help spot health risks early’

A pilot scheme is rolled out in the north of the Isle of Man by the public health directorate.

Trial launched to ‘help spot health risks early’

A pilot scheme is rolled out in the north of the Isle of Man by the public health directorate.

Flu: How are hospitals in your area affected?

Use our interactive tool to explore the latest flu numbers in your area

NHS tracker – are hospital waiting times improving near you?

Use our interactive tracker to see if treatment waits are getting better at your local hospital.

Critical incidents declared at two hospital trusts

NHS bosses are urging people to only come to A&E if it is an emergency.

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Should we be having regular saunas? Plus, a breakthrough result for Huntingtonโ€™s disease.

What is happening to flu this winter – and should you buy a vaccine?

Flu has come early this year with a new mutated version of the virus circulating.

What is chickenpox and who can get an NHS vaccine?

The standard NHS childhood vaccination programme will include chickenpox from 2 January 2026.

Toddler finally home from hospital for Christmas

Bertie Melly was in hospital for 18 months after his premature birth in May 2024.