All over-50s in Britain could get the flu jab on the NHS this winter, under plans reportedly being considered by ministers to cope with a second wave of Covid-19. Government advisers have already recommended that Number 10 contemplate vaccinating the ‘entire population’ against flu in an effort to free up hospital beds. Insiders now say … Read more
The failure of health watchdogs to clamp down on companies selling weight loss injections may have put thousands of unwitting Britons at risk of potentially life-threatening health problems, experts have warned. The medical jabs have been heavily promoted by reality TV stars, including The Only Way Is Essex’s Gemma Collins, to millions of social media … Read more
The MMR jab used against measles, mumps and rubella could help protect against COVID-19 by boosting the immune system, lowering the risk of deadly symptoms. According to US experts, booster vaccinations should be given to vulnerable individuals — including hospital and care home workers — first, then the public. Research has indicated that it stops … Read more
The MMR jab used against measles, mumps and rubella could help protect against COVID-19 by boosting the immune system, lowering the risk of deadly symptoms. According to US experts, booster vaccinations should be given to vulnerable individuals — including hospital and care home workers — first, then the public. Research has indicated that it stops … Read more
New flu jab that scientists suggest will offer better protection for the over-65s could be rolled out next year European health officials have now approved a new flu jab for the over-65s The stronger, immune-boosting vaccine could be rolled out from next year Flu is dangerous and accounted for more than 17,000 deaths in the … Read more
Bill Gates today warned anti-vaxxers could wreck attempts to develop a Covid-19 vaccine if they refuse to take it and reduce the level of herd immunity. Over 80 per cent of people may need to have the jab for it to work properly – but he feared anti-vaccine ‘craziness’ might put people off getting it. … Read more
US pharmacy chains are preparing a big push for flu vaccinations when the season kicks, hoping to curb tens of thousands of cases that could coincide with a second wave of coronavirus infections. CVS Health Corp, one of the largest US pharmacies, said it’s working to ensure it has enough doses for an anticipated surge … Read more
Many of us rely on the flu jab to keep us fighting fit during the chilly winter months. But research suggests the fatty Western diet may be hindering the vaccine’s effectiveness. Scientists looked at the effect of the food additive tert-butylhydroquinone (tBHQ) – commonly found in cooking oils, frozen meat, chips and crackers – in … Read more
Everyone in Britain ‘should get the winter flu jab to stop NHS getting overwhelmed if coronavirus still poses a threat’ Concerns a second wave of Covid-19 could coincide with winter flu influx Govt. ministers were reportedly advised to provide everyone with flu vaccine Vaccine is currently free on the NHS for young children and those … Read more
‘The US needs to win the vaccine race’: Former FDA commissioner says Americans cannot rely on Europe and China for jab to prevent coronavirus Dr Scott Gottlieb was the US Food and Drug Administration commissioner from 2017 to April 2019 In an op-ed for The Wall Street Journal, he says its vital the US manufactures … Read more