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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…

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…

Shingles is more common than many people realise. According to the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA), around 790 to 880 cases occur each year per 100,000 people aged 70 to…

The HPV vaccine has dramatically changed how we prevent cervical cancer and other HPV-related diseases. In England alone, around 76.7% of Year 10 girls had received at least one dose…

If you’ve ever felt a sudden ache or blocked sensation in your ear, earwax build-up could be the reason. It’s a common issue — an estimated 2.3 million people in…

Meningitis is a serious infection affecting the protective membranes around the brain and spinal cord. In the UK, there were 396 confirmed cases of invasive meningococcal disease in 2022-23 —…