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Critical incidents declared at two hospital trusts
NHS bosses are urging people to only come to A&E if it is an emergency.
Inside Health
Should we be having regular saunas? Plus, a breakthrough result for Huntington’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.
What’s really going on with flu this winter?
We've been told we're facing an unprecedented superflu. Is it?
Has flu peaked? What the figures tell us
NHS remains on high alert over flu, health bosses say, but there are signs infections are levelling off.
Why are resident doctors striking and how much are they paid?
Resident doctors in England are striking between 17 and 22 December, the 14th walkout since 2023.
Why did resident doctors go on strike and how much are they paid?
Resident doctors in England have returned to work after the 15th walkout in a long-running dispute.
Why did resident doctors go on strike and how much are they paid?
Resident doctors in England have returned to work after the 15th walkout in a long-running dispute.