Tag Archives: Health Protection Agency

Norovirus cases reach 1.1 million with millions still at risk

Posted on January 3, 2013 by Steve Walker

The total of people affected by norovirus (aka ‘the winter vomiting bug’) has now reached a staggering 1.12 million according to the latest Health Protection Agency (HPA) projected figures for England and Wales. Laboratory-confirmed cases of norovirus now stand at … Continue reading →

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750,000 people could have norovirus

Posted on December 13, 2012 by Steve Walker

It was just over a fortnight ago when Medical Specialists Pharmacy reported how the norovirus ‘winter vomiting bug’ had struck the UK with a fierce vengeance and resulted in many hospital ward closures. Now, weeks later, it seems things are … Continue reading →

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Pensioners given sexual health advice as STIs increase

Posted on September 27, 2012 by Sarah Smith

The thought of anybody who happens to be over the age of about 50 having sex, may be unthinkable to some people, but shock horror, it does happen! In fact due to advancements in healthcare, increasing gym memberships and people starting to look after themselves better compared to recent years, there is a new age of fit, sexually-active over-60-year olds who are giving the younger generation a run for their money. Continue reading →

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UK health officials diagnose potentially fatal SARS-like virus

Posted on September 24, 2012 by Steve Walker

A 49-year-old Qatari male is currently being treated at a London-based hospital after contracting a new respiratory virus that is quite similar to that which claimed the lives of roughly 800 people back in 2003. The man was transferred to … Continue reading →

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Heatwaves caused by climate change could kill 11,000 by 2080

Posted on September 12, 2012 by Mark Riley

The Health Protection Agency (HPA) have released warnings this week that paint a bleak future for our children, grandchildren, and those of us who may still be around in the year 2080. They claim that by this year, the effects … Continue reading →

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