Flu & Viruses
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New hope for universal vaccine for influenza
Chemicals found inside flu viruses could pave the way for the development of a universal vaccine for the infection. Read more
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Bird flu study raises concerns
Controversial research into a new, engineered strain of bird flu has raised concerns about how such research should continue. Read more
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Bird flu research paused
Scientists have announced a two months moratorium on bird flu research following concerns about the creation of dangerous strains of the virus. Read more
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Bird flu research warning
World health experts have called for caution as scientists step up research into bird flu. Read more
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Midwives fight vaccine rumours
Midwives have moved to stem rumours which are deterring pregnant women from agreeing to flu vaccination. Read more
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Measles outbreak warning
Western Europe is facing a major outbreak of measles – with several deaths recorded in France, the World Health Organisation has warned. Read more
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Hope rises for beating Aids
Deaths from HIV infection have fallen by more than a fifth around the world in the last five years, it was announced today. Read more
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HIV testing call
Everyone should be tested for HIV infection in some areas in a drive to find thousands of people who are unwittingly carrying the virus, UK government advisers say today. Read more
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Alarm as new HIV escapes Africa
A rare type of HIV has now reached France, it was revealed today. Read more
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Mother almost died from flu, urges vaccination
A woman who almost died from flu last winter is urging people to get vaccinated against the illness. Read more