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Bindi Irwin called 'pathetic and useless' over response to farm owner's plea for help
Bindi Irwin
Bindi Irwin was approached by an American farm owner and asked to help during the bird flu outbreak but her response was criticised by fans who felt she fell short of the mark
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Irish GP outlines the latest illnesses spreading around and what symptoms to look out for
Health
GP warns over bugs spreading in Ireland and the symptoms to look out for
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HSE free nasal spray flu vaccine for children aged 2 to 17 now available
An Garda Siochana
Parents are urged to protect their children from the flu with the free vaccine as we move into the winter.
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Dr Colm Henry gives udpate on potential Covid-Flu 'twindemic' as winter months approach
Coronavirus Ireland
"We’re right to be concerned, a lot of people have expressed concern in recent weeks"
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Warning 17,000 people could be hospitalised as Covid and flu return with a bang this winter
Coronavirus Ireland
Three in five Irish adults claim they are not concerned about winter flu season.
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'Twindemic' of flu and Covid could overwhelm Ireland over winter, leading pharmacy warns
Coronavirus Ireland
New research shows that over two thirds of 35-44 year olds intend not to get the flu vaccine this winter
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Infectious diseases expert warns of illness due 'back with a vengeance' this winter
Flu
"I fear that we could be hit sometime between December and March"
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'Could there be a Covid connection behind hepatitis outbreak in kids?'
Health
Dr Miriam Stoppard looks into the worrying and puzzling rise in children needing liver transplants, and what the latest research is suggesting
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Irish holidaymakers warned over 'very serious' infection that can be caught in hotels
Holidays
It is caused by legionella bacteria, found worldwide in freshwater environments, both natural and man-made, and in damp soil, compost and mud
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What is my cough and sore throat? The infections soaring right now in Ireland with those symptoms
Flu
The Health Protection Surveillance Centre (HPSC) release weekly data referring to the infectious diseases that are recorded
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Man Utd 1-1 Leicester City - 5 talking points as "pathetically slow" United have Fred to thank
Manchester United FC
Ralf Rangnick was forced to do without arguably his most important player in Cristiano Ronaldo as United welcomed Leicester City to Old Trafford for a crucial clash
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Rylan Clark makes light of hospital dash by saying 'he's alive' as he makes radio return
Rylan Clark
Rylan Clark was back to his DJ duties on BBC Radio 2 today after two weeks off due to being unwell
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Rylan Clark returns to Radio 2 show after weeks away with mystery illness
Strictly Come Dancing
It Takes Two presenter missed two weeks of his radio show due to a mystery illness. He previously revealed he was rushed to the hospital but is doing better now
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GMB doctor slams lifting of Covid rules as he warns 'it's not a cold'
Good Morning Britain
Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced a shock plan to end all Covid self-isolation laws in England in just two weeks' time
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Rylan Clark pulls out of Radio 2 show as he tells fans he's bedridden with flu
Rylan Clark
Presenter Rylan Clark will not be hosting his Radio 2 show on Saturday as he revealed he has caught the flu
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Laurence Fox admits he has Covid just days after wearing cringe anti-vax t-shirt
Laurence Fox
Actor and failed London Mayor hopeful Laurence, 43, shared a photo of himself in a white top with black writing which read: 'No vaccine needed, I have an immune system'
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GMB's Dr Hilary says 'we have to learn to live and die with Covid' if restrictions lift
Good Morning Britain
Good Morning Britain's doctor Hilary Jones urged caution over the dropping of self-isolation rules entirely, including with a positive Covid test, after suggestion this will go ahead
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Brittany Murphy's mysterious death - heavy periods, 'toxic mould' and sad final words
Brittany Murphy
Brittany Murphy's strange death under mysterious circumstances sparked several bizarre conspiracy theories, with even her own father falsely claiming she was poisoned - but the truth was even sadder
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Countryfile's Julia Bradbury having a rough week as cancer battle continues
Julia Bradbury
TV presenter Julia Bradbury said she felt her recovery progress had "sort of gone backwards" this week after she was hit with flu-like symptoms
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TV doctor Amir Khan shares the main five Omicron symptoms to look out for
Coronavirus
Dr Amir Khan has told viewers the main symptoms of Omicron to look out for. A scratchy throat and extreme tiredness are included in his list.
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Experts reveal the top foods you can eat to boost immunity ahead of winter flu season
Health
Dark chocolate, blueberries and greek yoghurt should go on your shopping list
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'Vitamin A could hold key to restoring sense of smell after Covid'
Coronavirus
Most people regain their sense of smell in a few weeks but some never do. Smell loss is due to damage to the sensors in the nose lining. But is there a remedy to help them heal, asks Dr Miriam Stoppard.
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Do I have Covid, the flu or a cold? How to tell the difference as symptoms explained
Coronavirus Ireland
However it is important to note that if you are feeling unwell you must get a Covid-19 test no matter what
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The early symptoms of RSV to watch out for as hundreds of kids become ill across Ireland
HSE
There has been a surge in cases in recent weeks as the weather changes
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