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Annual jab for HIV protection passes trial hurdle
Lenacapavir, which stops HIV from replicating inside cells, has passed early safety tests.
Annual jab for HIV protection passes trial hurdle
Lenacapavir, which stops HIV from replicating inside cells, has passed early safety tests.
Giving blood linked to lower risk of pre-cancer gene
Frequent donors were more likely to have different genetic changes in their blood stem cells, scientists found.
Windass: 'Dementia scares me, we need more help'
The former footballer has been speaking about his future after stage two diagnosis.
Michael Gove denies trying to circumvent Dyson ventilator checks
Former cabinet minister says it would be ludicrous to suggest he tried to shortcut safety checks in the pandemic.
Doctors didn't warn women of 'risky sex' drug urges
Patients given drugs for movement disorders like restless leg syndrome say their behaviour changed entirely.
Doctors didn't warn women of 'risky sex' drug urges
Patients given drugs for movement disorders like restless leg syndrome say their behaviour changed entirely.
'I couldn't cope if I passed condition to my kids'
A genetic testing service based in Devon is praised by a woman with a rare skin condition.
Major cuts at NHS HQ as more directors stand down
Up to 6,500 jobs could go as health secretary looks to bring NHS England closer to the government.
Software bug at firm left NHS data 'vulnerable to hackers'
The NHS is looking into claims that a software flaw at Medefer left patient data vulnerable.
'I was drawn into a secretive world of chemsex and it turned me into a zombie'
Calls are made to help address stigmas attached to chemsex and improve support.
Women share their bittersweet experience after taking weight-loss drugs
Women who have quickly lost weight say strangers are now more likely to smile at them or strike up a conversation.
Can LED face masks transform your skin - here's what the experts say
The at-home light therapy treatment is increasingly being seen as a must-have skincare accessory.
Can LED face masks transform your skin - here's what the experts say
The at-home light therapy treatment is increasingly being seen as a must-have skincare accessory.
UK authorities on lookout for Lassa fever cases
It does not spread easily and the risk to the public is very low, experts say, after finding a case.
'Nasal tanners left me suffocating in hospital'
Edith Eagle says she felt she was "drowning in her own body" after using one of the unlicensed products.
Victim records claims sickening - attacks families
A hospital trust is investigating if medical records of the three victims were accessed "inappropriately".
Victim records claims sickening - attacks families
A hospital trust is investigating if medical records of the three victims were accessed "inappropriately".
More schools to be asked to supervise toothbrushing
School and nursery staff in the poorest areas will be asked to help young children brush their teeth
Patients thank blood donors for life-saving plasma
Blood donated across England is being used to make immunoglobulin for the first time in 25 years.
Common vaginal 'imbalance' may be an STI
An overgrowth of bacteria in the vagina, known as BV, may be spread by sex, researchers say.
Common vaginal 'imbalance' may be an STI
An overgrowth of bacteria in the vagina, known as BV, may be spread by sex, researchers say.
The NHS is spending a fortune giving people a death they don't want
The UK was once ranked the best country for end-of-life care - but, say experts, that has all changed
The NHS is spending a fortune giving people a death they don't want
The UK was once ranked the best country for end-of-life care - but, say experts, that has all changed
Scientists crack how aspirin might stop cancers from spreading
The cheap painkiller seems to help the immune system detect and destroy cancers.
Woman secretly filmed her mum being abused in care home
The camera hidden by Nicola Hughes captured footage of staff roughly handling and shouting at her mother.
Most areas cut eating-disorder help for under-18s
The Royal College of Psychiatrists worries children and young people will be put at risk, as demand rises.
Warning over rapid at-home prostate tests
Testing for PSA protein can indicate whether a man is at risk of prostate cancer.
Warning over rapid at-home prostate tests
Testing for PSA protein can indicate whether a man is at risk of prostate cancer.
Boots recalls paracetamol over labelling error
Packaging inside the box incorrectly states the pills are a different painkiller, aspirin.
Boots recalls paracetamol over labelling error
Packaging inside the box incorrectly states the pills are a different painkiller, aspirin.
Autistic woman wrongly locked up in mental health hospital for 45 years
Kasibba", who is non-verbal and had no family to speak for her, was one of hundreds wrongly detained.
Autistic woman wrongly locked up in mental health hospital for 45 years
Kasibba", who is non-verbal and had no family to speak for her, was one of hundreds wrongly detained.
'He was born navy blue': Real-life stories behind Toxic Town Netflix series
The drama tells the story of how families fought for justice over their children's birth defects.
'He was born navy blue': Real-life stories behind Toxic Town Netflix series
The drama tells the story of how families fought for justice over their children's birth defects.
Over 50% of adults worldwide predicted to be obese or overweight by 2050
Levels look set to accelerate rapidly, particularly in lower-income countries.
Covid inquiry rejects last-minute bid from Michelle Mone
Baroness Mone and her husband both asked to become 'core participants' to the inquiry.
Covid inquiry turns to PPE deals and the 'VIP lane'
Four weeks of hearings will look at the purchase of billions of pounds of medical equipment in the pandemic.
Cancer family 'financially broken' by benefits wait
Charity report finds seven-month average wait for families of children with cancer to access benefits.
UK death rate 'reaches record low'
The UK death rate reached a record low last year, according to exclusive analysis of death certificate data carried out for BBC News.
UK death rate 'reaches record low'
The UK death rate reached a record low last year, according to exclusive analysis of death certificate data carried out for BBC News.
Why NHS England boss suddenly quitting is a huge moment
Amanda Pritchard's exit comes as the government moves to assert more direct over healthcare.
GPs strike deal to help end '8am scramble' for appointments
It gives general practices a big funding boost, as well as reducing red tape and targets.
GPs strike deal to help end '8am scramble' for appointments
It gives general practices a big funding boost, as well as reducing red tape and targets.
Blumenthal: 'I thought the TV was talking to me'
Chef Heston Blumenthal says being sectioned was the "best thing" as he dealt with bipolar symptoms.
GPs 'facing closure' over national insurance hike
Some NI GP practices face the risk of going under due to a hike in national insurance contributions.
Cancer patients 'may starve' without vital drug
Creon, a pancreatic enzyme replacement therapy, helps digestion but stocks are desperately low.
Physician associate role is 'misleading' - coroner
A coroner says the public is being misled over what an NHS physician associate does.
Nurse left out of tea round given £41,000 payout
Susan Hamilton wins her case for unfair constructive dismissal against a south London NHS Trust.
Health chiefs warn of potential second norovirus wave
A different strain of the winter vomiting virus is now on the rise, UK health experts say.
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