Health officials have expanded the Meningitis B vaccination program for the second time in a week to include Year 11 pupils at four Kent schools with known or suspected cases, as new infections decline.
A Tim Hortons coffee shop in Birmingham city centre scored only one out of five in a hygiene inspection after dead cockroaches and mouse droppings were found throughout the premises.
Seggiano chocolate nougat bars and Moma porridge products have been urgently recalled due to labelling errors and potential mouse contamination. Customers are advised to return affected items for full refunds.
Samantha Field, a former Royal Birmingham Conservatoire student, recounts her harrowing battle with meningitis that left her on the verge of sepsis and unable to walk, talk, or see, urging others not to ignore symptoms.
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The UK Health Security Agency confirms a rise in meningococcal disease cases in Kent, with 34 total cases reported. Health officials urge awareness of symptoms and immediate medical attention.
A 21-year-old law student contracted Meningitis B after a night out, experiencing delirium, light sensitivity, and losing her ability to see and talk before being rushed to hospital.
Health officials confirm the meningitis strain in Kent is group B, not a new variant. The vaccine is effective, with 29 cases reported and a vaccination program underway.
Health authorities report 29 cases in Kent meningitis outbreak, with experts modeling scenarios for potential household clusters across UK. All patients required hospitalization as vaccination efforts continue.
Michael Kenny reveals how his fit, healthy 18-year-old daughter Juliette died within 12 hours of showing meningitis symptoms, urging enhanced MenB vaccine access for teens.
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Health authorities have established multiple sites in Kent offering meningitis B vaccines and antibiotics as the outbreak reaches 29 cases, with two fatalities reported.
Health officials confirm 29 meningitis cases in Kent, with two deaths reported. Schools remain open as antibiotics are offered to at-risk students.
Former Little Mix star Jesy Nelson reveals her sadness after collecting leg splints for her twin daughters, who have incurable SMA Type 1, as she continues campaigning for newborn testing.
Households across the UK are advised to adjust bedtime by 15 minutes nightly in the week before clocks spring forward to ease body clock disruption.
The family of 18-year-old Juliette Kenny, who died within 24 hours of meningitis symptoms, calls for urgent NHS vaccination access for teenagers to prevent further tragedies.
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A Worcestershire family's Egyptian holiday turned into a nightmare when their seven-year-old son developed a rare condition linked to acute kidney failure, requiring emergency dialysis.
Two Bondi Sands SPF products sold in Boots stores have been urgently recalled due to separation issues that may leave users vulnerable to sunburn. Shoppers are warned to stop using them immediately.
A Morrisons distribution centre employee has been diagnosed with meningitis after visiting Club Chemistry, as the Kent outbreak reaches 27 confirmed and suspected cases with two fatalities reported.
A Birmingham man who dismissed his headaches as sleeping awkwardly tragically died of meningitis days later. His sister is now raising awareness about the deadly disease amid a national outbreak.
Health officials in Birmingham, the Black Country, and Solihull are raising awareness of meningitis symptoms and vaccinations following a deadly outbreak in Kent that has claimed two lives.
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NHS bosses in Birmingham, Solihull, and the Black Country are urging residents to recognize meningitis symptoms and ensure vaccinations are up to date following a deadly outbreak in Kent.
David Monteiro, a 39-year-old bouncer from Digbeth, died from meningitis within days of experiencing headaches. His sister shares crucial symptoms as UK faces an unprecedented outbreak.
A Freedom of Information request reveals West Midlands Police officer absences due to stress have increased by 45.4% from 2022 to 2025, with over 23,000 days lost last year.
Ketia Moponda, 20, lost both legs and all fingers after freshers' flu turned out to be meningitis. Following recent deaths in Kent, she calls for urgent vaccination campaigns targeting students.
Dr Krupa Smith reports low national vaccine stocks and increased demand following a meningitis outbreak in Kent, urging vaccination for at-risk groups.
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A Birmingham doctor reports increased demand for meningitis vaccinations as residents express worry over an outbreak in Kent. Dr. Krupa Smith advises on prevention measures while monitoring spread risks.
Birmingham has one of England's lowest MenB vaccination rates, with only 84.8% of infants protected, as a deadly outbreak in Kent prompts calls for a nationwide catch-up programme targeting students.
Dr Krupa Smith of Midland Health discusses the Kent meningitis outbreak's effect on Birmingham vaccination services, symptoms, and public precautions.
A Birmingham-based GP with 17 years' experience advises residents to seek immediate medical attention if experiencing specific symptoms amid a meningitis outbreak in southern England.
The meningitis B outbreak linked to Kent continues to escalate, with five new confirmed cases reported on Wednesday. Multiple schools have confirmed or suspected cases, including one tragic fatality, as health officials describe the spread as unprecedente
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Dr Krupta Smith at Midland Health highlights key symptoms as UKHSA confirms nine cases in Kent, with two fatalities reported. Learn the crucial signs to watch for.
