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Flu vaccination video

Watch this video on why you should consider having your flu vaccination this year....More

Pharmacy: Our untapped resource Research fact sheet

Research was carried out by the Patients Association to support the All About Health campaign...More

'A simple test saved my family'

Martin had a family history of cholesterol problems. When Martin Keighley was just 33 he collapsed with a heart attack while out for a country run. Luckily a passing doctor found the father of three...More

Chef Medical Officer's advice to pregnant women

Some pregnant women who catch the H1N1 (swine) ‘flu virus will develop complications of the infection (including pneumonia) that could put their own and their baby’s health at risk. The risks are greatest in the second and third trimesters of pregnancy. It is too early in the pandemic of influenza to be able to quantify these risks for the individual but most pregnant women who catch the disease are likely to make an uncomplicated recovery....More

A national flu service will be launched later this week in England to relieve the pressure on the health service.

Health Secretary Andy Burnham said the phone and website service will be able to provide flu diagnosis and access to drugs without the need to go to GPs....More