Is it a cold, flu or hay fever? How to tell symptoms apart – and boost your immune system: Many hay fever and cold symptoms in particular overlap. Dragana Gordic/ Shutterstock As the crisp autumn air sets in and leaves turn to shades of red and gold, many of us eagerly anticipate the seasonal delights …
Chad’s first dengue fever outbreak: what you should know: Chad has reported its first dengue outbreak, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). The country’s health ministry declared an outbreak on 15 August and so far 1,342 suspected cases have been reported, 41 of them confirmed in the laboratory. One death was reported among the …
Four reasons your hay fever may be worse when you move to a different country – and how to manage it: Unfamiliar allergens in your new home country may be one reason for worse hay fever symptoms. Dragana Gordic/ Shutterstock There are many things a person will expect to be different when moving to a …
Crimean-Congo haemorrhagic fever – why this tick-borne virus could become more common in richer countries: Gertjan Hooijer/Shutterstock Climate change is already having, and will continue to have, a significant effect on global health. This is likely to be greatest in rural poorer populations in sub-Saharan Africa. However, richer countries, such as the UK, will also …
Why hay fever is so bad in the UK right now – and why thunderstorms make things worse for people with allergies and asthma: Dragana Gordic/Shutterstock The UK is in the grip of a particularly bad period for hay fever, with people across the nation experiencing a relentless onslaught of sneezing, itchy eyes and nasal …
Multiple sclerosis: new evidence for the role of glandular fever virus: Kateryna Kon/Shutterstock An estimated 2.8 million people around the world have multiple sclerosis (MS), an autoimmune disease in which the immune system damages the brain and spinal cord. Symptoms include fatigue, vision disturbance, problems with mobility and balance and cognitive dysfunction. Many people who …
Hay fever: how immunotherapy can help sufferers not getting relief from the usual treatments: Robert Kneschke/Shutterstock It’s estimated that up to 42% of people suffer from hay fever symptoms, which can range from mild to severe. While most hay fever sufferers will get relief from treatments such as antihistamines, nasal sprays, and eye drops, this …
Hay fever could be linked to our gut and nose bacteria – and probiotics may help symptoms: Many people suffer with hay fever. wavebreakmedia/Shutterstock For many people, spring has brought with it the dreaded symptoms of hay fever, such as itchy eyes, sneezing and a stuffy nose. Hay fever is common, affecting up to 42% …
Hay fever: why some people suffer from it and others don’t: Octa corp/Shutterstock While the arrival of spring brings blooming flowers and trees, it also marks the beginning of allergy season for many people. Those who suffer from hay fever may start to notice familiar symptoms such as sneezing, itchy eyes and a runny nose. …
Scarlet fever outbreak in Scotland: what you need to know: Lukassek/Shutterstock Cases of scarlet fever in Scotland are “unseasonably high”, according to NHS Borders Health Protection team. Parents are being asked to be vigilant for symptoms and to seek treatment if they suspect their child has the disease. Because of the highly infectious nature of …
Do I have COVID or hay fever? Here’s how to tell: ShutterDivision/Shutterstock With warm weather in the northern hemisphere, many people will be suffering from pollen allergies. Also called hay fever, this common condition affects millions of people around the world during the spring, summer and autumn months. Meanwhile, COVID cases are high. Although seasonal …
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Kenya has a yellow fever outbreak: how to deal with it: A river flows through Nairobi's Kibera slum. Communities should be engaged in environmental management to reduce mosquito breeding sites. Getty Images On 5 March 2022, Kenya declared an outbreak of yellow fever in Isiolo County after the death of three people. More than 20 …
Lassa fever detected in the UK – here’s what you need to know: Around 20% of patients may experience severe illness from the Lassa fever virus. Kateryna Kon/ Shutterstock Three people in the UK have tested positive for Lassa fever – including a newborn infant, who has unfortunately died as a result. Hundreds of close-contact …
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