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The latest outbreak of bird flu in China is “one of the most lethal viruses we’ve yet had to face” say experts, who warn it could pose a real global threat to human populations.
As new figures show a rise in the number of flu deaths, a world-renowned influenza expert tells Channel 4 News the Government’s decision to axe a flu ad campaign was a “big mistake”.
More than 60 people died of flu in the UK last week, bringing the total number of deaths since September to 112. Interim Chief Medical Officer Sally Davies answers your questions on Channel 4 News.
As the government admits there have been some local shortages in flu vaccines, we ask one scientist to answer your questions. Professor John Oxford is a virologist and an expert on flu.
The Government is to tap its reserves of the swine flu vaccine to help tackle the winter flu outbreak, but the drug will not combat the strain that has killed five people this winter.
The government has defended its flu jab programme against Labour criticism, insisting that under-fives were excluded from this year’s vaccinations on medical grounds, rather than cost.
Government data on flu in the UK shows 27 people have died of the illness since October, including 24 from swine flu. Doctors tell Channel 4 News more people should get vaccinated.
An international group of scientists has today raised further concerns about the lack of evidence supporting the safety and effectiveness of the blockbuster anti-flu drug Tamiflu.
Channel 4 News obtains full inventory of the national pandemic stockpile – revealing vital safety gear was years out of date
One of the few constants during the coronavirus pandemic has been the edict to stay two metres away from other people. But where did the rule come from, and what evidence is it based on?
A newly-identified virus has infected more than 2,800 people worldwide and killed at least 81 people in China.
She was the public face of the Yes campaign and is now running for SNP leader – just as her party becomes the UK’s third biggest. Meet the woman who used to be known as “scary”.
Public health officials are on alert after a second case of a potentially lethal new virus was confirmed in the UK, writes Channel 4 News Science Editor Tom Clarke.
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Hayley Fullerton had just turned one when she died from heart failure in hospital, despite her family warning staff her condition was worsening. Could her death have been prevented?
For a man who freely admits his job is on the line and who does not admit that the oil spill is so serious it could cripple his giant company, BP’s boss Tony Hayward continues to place his well-heeled foot firmly in his mouth. A day or two ago he makes the following pronouncement:…