A top NHS executive has urged people with cold or flu symptoms to wear a mask in public as the health sector braces for a “tidal wave” of illness this winter. NHS Providers chief executive Daniel ...

Scots are being told they must wear a face mask when visiting hospitals amid concerns about rising flu cases this winter. While cold and flu viruses are common at this time of year, health experts ...

Exclusive: Experts warn mixed messaging from Daniel Elkeles causes confusion and could undermine public faith in official guidance Should people wear a mask in public if they feel unwell with flu? An ...

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