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UK COVID-19 hospital admissions show rising trend as flu levels fall

UK COVID-19 hospital admissions show rising trend as flu levels fall

Recent surveillance data reveals a summer increase in COVID-19 hospital admissions across the UK, even as other respiratory illnesses remain in decline. A separate report has also detailed critical failures and poor post-death care within the mortuary services at Nottingham University Hospitals.

NHS ·18 Jul 2026, 04:33 ·Owen Patel 3 min read
Extreme Heat Warning extended as temperatures forecast to reach 38°C

Extreme Heat Warning extended as temperatures forecast to reach 38°C

The Met Office has extended record-breaking heat warnings across parts of the UK as humidity and tropical nights create severe public health and infrastructure risks.

Weather ·17 Jul 2026, 20:35 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read
NHS England public data gateway and UKHSA data dashboard share health data

NHS England public data gateway and UKHSA data dashboard share health data

New public data portals from NHS England, the UKHSA, and OHID provide access to hospital performance metrics, infectious disease surveillance, and health indicators. These resources aim to increase transparency as the healthcare system manages persistent operational challenges.

NHS ·11 Jul 2026, 23:03 ·Owen Patel 3 min read
London faces disruption and health alerts during week-long 34C heatwave

London faces disruption and health alerts during week-long 34C heatwave

London is experiencing its third heatwave of the year, triggering an amber health alert and causing significant strain on transport and emergency services.

Weather ·11 Jul 2026, 02:32 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read
Met Office issues heatwave warning as 'heat domes' bring 5C change ...

Met Office issues heatwave warning as 'heat domes' bring 5C change ...

A heat dome is triggering a heatwave warning across southern England and Wales, with both land and sea temperatures reaching levels that threaten infrastructure.

News ·9 Jul 2026, 08:05 ·Leah Bennett 4 min read
Amber health alert issued before further hot weather

Amber health alert issued before further hot weather

The UKHSA has issued an amber heat-health alert for the South West due to rising temperatures. Meanwhile, parts of England and Wales face rain and thunder.

Weather ·7 Jul 2026, 15:33 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read
Met Office issues amber heat warnings as temperatures set to hit 38C

Met Office issues amber heat warnings as temperatures set to hit 38C

The UK faces an unprecedented heatwave driven by a high-pressure heat dome, prompting urgent health alerts and warnings of potential infrastructure failure.

Weather ·7 Jul 2026, 05:36 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read
Met Office downplays chance of extreme 39C heat in latest forecast

Met Office downplays chance of extreme 39C heat in latest forecast

Official forecasters have cautioned that the extreme temperatures seen in late June are unlikely to repeat, despite incoming high pressure across England and Wales.

Weather ·7 Jul 2026, 01:32 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read
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A yellow heat-health alert has been issued for parts of England as the UK faces a new wave of high temperatures. Authorities are urging the public to take precautions as health services prepare for increased demand.

Weather ·5 Jul 2026, 14:33 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read
UK temperatures to reach 33C as Met Office issues amber heat health alerts

UK temperatures to reach 33C as Met Office issues amber heat health alerts

The UKHSA has issued amber heat health alerts across several regions as high-pressure systems push temperatures toward 33C. Authorities are advising the public to monitor health guidance and infrastructure risks.

Weather ·4 Jul 2026, 15:35 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read
Heat health alerts issued as temperatures set to hit 30C

Heat health alerts issued as temperatures set to hit 30C

A yellow heat-health alert is in effect across multiple UK regions as the Met Office forecasts temperatures reaching 33°C. Officials are warning of potential impacts on health services, infrastructure, and vulnerable groups.

Weather ·3 Jul 2026, 20:05 ·Rhys Morgan 5 min read