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Flu: How are hospitals in your area affected?
Use our interactive tool to explore the latest flu numbers in your area
Nestle issues global recall of some baby formula products over toxin fears
The food giant discovered some batches of SMA infant and follow-on formula could lead to vomiting
New NHS online hospital to focus on eyes, menopause and prostates
NHS Online due to launch in England next year will provide eye, prostate and menopause care.
How do cold weather health alerts work?
The weather alert service warns the public when high or low temperatures could damage their health.
How do cold weather health alerts work?
The weather alert service warns the public when high or low temperatures could damage their health.
How do cold weather health alerts work?
The weather alert service warns the public when high or low temperatures could damage their health.
Parents say babies failed by delayed diagnosis like Jesy Nelson's twins
After Little Mix star Jesy Nelson's revelation that her twins have SMA, parents speak about their children's late diagnoses.
US cuts universal childhood vaccine recommendations, including covid and hepatitis
The overhaul is the latest in a host of sweeping changes made under the Trump administration by health secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr.
Surgeon who 'stripped naked in cubicle' struck off
The doctor was working at the Queen Alexandra Hospital in Portsmouth when the incidents happened.
Surgeon who 'stripped naked in cubicle' struck off
The doctor was working at the Queen Alexandra Hospital in Portsmouth when the incidents happened.
Surgeon who 'stripped naked in cubicle' struck off
The doctor was working at the Queen Alexandra Hospital in Portsmouth when the incidents happened.
Junk food TV and online advert ban comes into force
Soft drinks, chocolate, pizzas and ice creams will be targeted in the UK government's plan.
Wellbeing 2026: Recovery, JOMO and brain boosting supplements
Wellness is a multi-trillion pound industry which continues to grow - and this year is less about maxing out, more about recovering well.
Dr Alex shares five ways that running helps your brain
From protecting against ageing to helping you sleep, Dr Alex George lists the benefits of running.
The debate about whether the NHS should use magic mushrooms to treat depression
Many clinical trials to test the use of psychedelic medicines for conditions such as depression have been underway since 2022 - with surprising results
Hospital flu cases drop as NHS on cold weather alert
NHS bosses say the fall is welcome, but expect freezing temperatures to increase pressure on the health service.
Flu: How are hospitals in your area affected?
Use our interactive tool to explore the latest flu numbers in your area
Chickenpox vaccines for young children start across UK
For the first time, children will be offered vaccination on the NHS against the common infection which, in rare cases, can be very serious.
What is chickenpox and who can get an NHS vaccine?
The standard NHS childhood vaccination programme will include chickenpox from 2 January 2026.
'Having skin cancer while pregnant made me feel so guilty'
Emma Giannuzzi used sunbeds throughout her late teens and was twice diagnosed with melanoma.
My son was given world's most expensive gene therapy drug - now he can walk
Five-year-old Edward can walk independently, his mum says, and she hopes he will lead a happy life.
What is the ultimate hangover cure?
The Food Chain's Ruth Alexander on what helps - and what doesn't - if you've overindulged.
Hospitals warned end-of-life care crisis threatening treatment
A rising number of patients in hospitals could affect the level of treatment carried out this winter, a group of regional NHS leaders have been told.
Tackling the gender gap in CPR treatment
Research shows women are 27% less likely than men to receive CPR from bystanders.
Light therapy boxes placed in all NI libraries
Some of the lamps - which are often used for Seasonal Affective Disorder - are available to loan for up to three weeks.
Flu cases falling ahead of Christmas, experts say
UK health agency says drop is encouraging news, but warns flu could still bounce back in new year.
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.
Christmas can be a nightmare for misophonia sufferers like me
Christmas is a difficult time if you suffer from a reduced tolerance to sounds, but there are ways to make it easier.
5 Live News Specials
That Time of the Month with Naga Munchetty, Dr Nighat Arif and Dr Christine Ekechi
TikTok removes AI weight loss ads from fake Boots account
The adverts for prescription-only drugs showed healthcare professionals impersonating the British retailer.
Toddler finally home from hospital for Christmas
Bertie Melly was in hospital for 18 months after his premature birth in May 2024.
US regulator approves pill form of Wegovy weight-loss drug
Wegovy becomes first pill of its kind to be approved, shifting weight-loss drugs beyond injections.
Childbirth epidural kit shortage could last until March, officials say
The shortage is due to a major supplier stopping manufacturing epidural bags, the government says.
Hospitals working to get patients home for Christmas after five-day doctor strike
Health experts have warned that the impact of the strike will be felt into the new year "and beyond".
Living and Light
Illuminating new science on artificial light and our health.
Weight-loss jabs: What happens when you stop?
You may have lost the weight you wanted to lose - but now you've stopped the jabs, how easy is it to keep it off?
'I thought I had flu but was told I had cancer'
Sophie Claxton, from Burnley, was 16 when she was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukaemia.
What's really going on with flu this winter?
We've been told we're facing an unprecedented superflu. Is it?
Resident doctors in Scotland to go on strike for first time
Their union BMA Scotland has accused the government of reneging on a commitment to restore pay to 2008 levels.
Young people will feel burden of UK's ageing society, report suggests
The House of Lords said raising the state pension age and increasing immigration would not be a solution.
Has flu peaked? What the figures tell us
NHS remains on high alert over flu, health bosses say, but there are signs infections are levelling off.
Flu: How are hospitals in your area affected?
Use our interactive tool to explore the latest flu numbers in your area
People fake weight to obtain skinny jabs, says GP
A doctor from Chelmsford calls for more checks to stop the drugs being sold inappropriately online.
Caesarean sections overtake natural vaginal births for the first time
Experts say there is a complex picture behind why more babies are being delivered through surgery.
Starmer calls doctors' strike 'dangerous' as five-day walkout begins
The doctors' union, the British Medical Association, said it was time the government came up with "a genuinely long-term plan" on pay and jobs.
Why are resident doctors striking and how much are they paid?
Resident doctors in England are striking between 17 and 22 December, the 14th walkout since 2023.
Nicotine pouch rise driven by young men - study
Around 7.5% of 16 to 24-year-old-men are using the small sachets that fit under the top lip, research suggests.
One way to deal with OCD and intrusive thoughts
Complex presenter Kimberly Wilson speaks to Nina Higson-Sweeney about ways to manage OCD.
Dentists to prioritise urgent care and save some patients more than £200 under plans
New incentives for dentists to offer longer-term packages of treatments for major issues such as gum disease.
Man died from sepsis after 34-hour medication delay
The man could have survived had he been given the correct antibiotics, a report finds.
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