The jab targets the H5N1 flu strain which has caused devastating infections in bird populations worldwide, but has yet to spread between humans. Source link

A study confirms the vaccine gives excellent protection for babies against life-threatening chest infections. Source link

Kennedy had slashed the number of recommended vaccines from 17 to 11, sparking a backlash from health experts. Source link

Officials confirm 15 cases of meningitis following a fatal outbreak in Kent. Source link

Two people have died following an outbreak of meningitis, including one student at the University of Kent. Source link

Pulendran told the BBC: "This vaccine, what we term a universal vaccine, elicits a far broader response that is protective against not just the flu virus, not just the ...

Victoria GillScience correspondent, BBC NewsVictoria Gill/BBCChester Zoo alone has lost seven baby elephants to disease caused by the virusResearchers have made a breakthrough in the development of new vaccine ...

Lana Lam andTiffanie TurnbullBBC News, SydneyWatch: Researchers ‘hopeful’ after koala chlamydia vaccine approvalA vaccine which could save Australia's endangered koala population from a rampant chlamydia epidemic has been approved ...

Michelle RobertsDigital health editor, BBC NewsGetty ImagesCalamine lotion can be used to help relieve the itchiness of chickenpox spotsYoung children in the UK will soon be offered a free ...

The US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) plans to cancel $500m (£376m) in funding for mRNA vaccines being developed to counter viruses like the flu and Covid-19. ...

Ms Mitchell, who has diabetes and hypertension, said her partner appeared to be recovering from Covid-related pneumonia while she became seriously ill.She said paramedics who attended her at home ...

Andrew RogersBBC NewsbeatBBCMax shared his recent gonorrhoea diagnosis online and wants to end some of the stigma around the STIMax was in the shower when he got a call ...