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How I proved hair loss and dizziness aren’t just symptoms of ‘being a mum’

Iron deficiency is a relatively common problem, especially in women. Here’s how to spot the symptoms.

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How I proved hair loss and dizziness aren’t just symptoms of ‘being a mum’

Iron deficiency is a relatively common problem, especially in women. Here’s how to spot the symptoms.

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What is happening to flu this winter – and should you buy a vaccine?

Flu has come early this year with a new mutated version of the virus circulating.

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Streeting confirms public inquiry into NHS trust

The TEWV announcement comes after calls from families of three patients who died by suicide.

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Streeting confirms public inquiry into NHS trust

The TEWV announcement comes after calls from families of three patients who died by suicide.

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Streeting confirms public inquiry into NHS trust

The TEWV announcement comes after calls from families of three patients who died by suicide.

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‘Double whammy’ of flu and strikes a risk to patients, Streeting says

Hospitals could struggle with rising numbers of flu patients and forthcoming strikes by resident doctors in England next week, says Health Secretary.

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Flu in five charts – how this year’s winter outbreak is different

NHS England says it’s facing a “worst-case scenario” after flu hospital cases jump 55% in a week.

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Private flu vaccine stocks running low as cases rise

Those eligible for a vaccine can access jabs from the NHS, but experts say that people have turned to pharmacies for convenience.

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Answering Your Questions About Rising Flu Cases

Health experts and BBC correspondents take questions about a surge in flu cases in England

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