Prøve GULL - Gratis

'Flu isn't just a nasty cold, it's a very serious disease

The Journal

|

November 01, 2025

HEALTH bosses have said they were "extremely worried" as flu hit the North East five weeks earlier than usual. A leading consultant said that the flu was now expected to "spread rapidly".

- SAM VOLPE

'Flu isn't just a nasty cold, it's a very serious disease

Sam Rushworth MP received his flu jab at the Wolsingham Pharmacy

Dr Catherine Monaghan, who is also medical director at the North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board, warned that people who are eligible for a vaccine should get one as soon as they can.

She said: "We are extremely worried that flu has started to circulate five weeks earlier than usual. Flu is not just a nasty cold, it's a very serious disease.

"We're already seeing cases among young people, and we expect it to spread quickly in the coming weeks.

FLERE HISTORIER FRA The Journal

The Journal

Report recommends public transport boost

MORE regular and better integrated North East buses could put an extra 171,000 people within 30 minutes of Newcastle city centre.

time to read

2 mins

November 04, 2025

The Journal

Company behind GNR toasts a successful year

THE company behind the Great North Run is toasting a successful year driven by record numbers signing up for its flagship half marathon and demand for new events.

time to read

2 mins

November 04, 2025

The Journal

Ryanair sees earnings fly high after airfare hikes

RYANAIR has revealed soaring earnings after hiking airfares, and earlier aircraft deliveries helping it fly more passengers.

time to read

1 mins

November 04, 2025

The Journal

The Journal

Kindness helps teen to flourish in the kitchen

From family carer to rising chef, Kylie Carruthers’ route to the Bailiffgate Hotel captures the spirit of opportunity behind Northumberland’s newest luxury hotel. SAM WONFOR reports

time to read

5 mins

November 04, 2025

The Journal

Howe demands ‘honesty’ in wake of beating

EDDIE Howe will ask his players if they felt that their performances were up to scratch against West Ham and wants his players to take accountability of their loss at the London Stadium.

time to read

1 mins

November 04, 2025

The Journal

The Journal

Oh brother, you'd better be up for it!

HENRY Pollock primed his Hong Kong-based brother to set his alarm in time to watch his influential second-half cameo as England overcame Australia 25-7 at Allianz Stadium.

time to read

2 mins

November 04, 2025

The Journal

Development still not open after three years

IT was hailed as one of the North East's biggest schemes in a decade - but the £120m Milburngate development remains unfinished three years after it was expected to open.

time to read

1 min

November 04, 2025

The Journal

The Journal

Bridge safety boat crew save man after river fall

TWO hero boat workers helped save the life of a man who fell from the High Level Bridge into the River Tyne.

time to read

1 mins

November 04, 2025

The Journal

Motorcyclist fled police at over 130mph in chase

A MOTORCYCLIST clocked eyewatering speeds of more than 130mph as he took police on a dangerous chase before crashing into a bush.

time to read

2 mins

November 04, 2025

The Journal

Slots casino plan ruling is 'terrible' says MP

TYNEMOUTH MP Sir Alan Campbell has called on North Tyneside Council to look into an appeal to prevent the opening of a controversial 24-hour slots casino.

time to read

1 min

November 04, 2025

Listen

Translate

Share

-
+

Change font size