Chikungunya and chickenpox can both cause fever and rash, which often leads to confusion. While both conditions may sound similar at first glance, they are caused by very different viruses and carry distinct risks. In fact, the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has reported 73 travel-associated cases of the chikungunya
If you or your child develops a sudden rash and fever, it can be worrying to know what’s causing it. Is it measles, or could it be chickenpox? The answer matters more than you might think. In England alone, 2,911 measles cases were confirmed in 2024—the highest number recorded since
It can be worrying to wake up with a sore throat but no other signs of illness. In the UK, primary-care data show that recurrent sore throat presents at a rate of around 100 per 1,000 people each year. Many people expect throat pain to come with a cold, cough
Travelling to tropical or subtropical regions can expose you to serious infections not found in the UK. Yellow fever is one such disease — a mosquito-borne virus that can cause life-threatening illness. According to the World Health Organisation, yellow fever causes an estimated 67,000 to 173,000 severe cases and up
If you’re planning to travel abroad this year, there’s something worth knowing: UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) data shows 73 confirmed cases of chikungunya were reported in returning UK travellers between January and June 2025 — more than double the number seen during the same period in 2024. This sharp
Many people don’t realise how common Human Papillomavirus (HPV) really is — yet it affects most adults at some stage in their lives. In England alone, cervical cancer causes around 685 deaths each year, and about 99.8% of those cases are linked to HPV, according to NHS England. Recognising the
Chikungunya is a viral infection spread by mosquito bites, known for causing fever and severe joint pain. According to the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA), a total of 73 travel-associated cases of chikungunya were reported in England in the first six months of 2025—more than double the 27 cases in
Managing diabetes and excess weight often goes hand in hand. In the UK, more than 5.8 million people are living with diabetes — and nearly 1.3 million are thought to be undiagnosed. Many of these cases involve type 2 diabetes, which is closely linked to obesity and metabolic imbalance. This
Earache is a common complaint in the UK, but not every earache signals an infection. In fact, acute ear infections account for over half a million primary care visits annually in England. While many cases resolve on their own, persistent or severe ear pain can point to more serious conditions.
Each year, more than 900 dengue cases are reported in returning travellers to the UK alone — the highest number since surveillance began in 2009. This rising trend highlights how globally mobile we are, and how mosquito-borne diseases like dengue and chikungunya are now a greater concern than ever. Though
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