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'What if I just started shouting?' - when to worry about intrusive thoughts
Dr Nina Higson-Sweeney, who was diagnosed with OCD when she was 10, explains when you should seek help.
Growing number of adults avoid booze, says NHS survey
Almost a quarter of adults in England do not drink alcohol, according to new figures from a health survey.
Feeling anxious? Take five minutes to do this
Dr Tara Quinn-Cirillo suggests taking micro-moments to calm yourself.
Infant formula batch recall over toxin discovery
Parents are warned to return any of the specific product affected because it is not safe for babies to consume.
Inside Health
James is joined by an expert panel to discuss NHS plans.
Large quantity of Mounjaro stolen from company
The weight loss drug is taken by thieves from Phoenix Healthcare Distribution in St Albans.
Menopause linked to Alzheimer's-like brain changes
Menopause is linked to a loss of grey matter in regions involved with memory and emotion, study suggests.
UK loses measles elimination status
Decision made after outbreaks in 2024, when there were nearly 3,000 cases in England and Wales.
What does it take to be a prison officer?
In a recent survey, 72% of prison officers say they are frequently stressed at work, 45% say they have been assaulted at least once.
'Heading football likely to have contributed to McQueen's brain disease'
An inquest concludes that "it is likely that repetitive head impacts, sustained by heading the ball while playing football, contributed to the CTE" which was a factor in the former Scotland footballer's death.
Mum with cervical cancer begged for scan after years of being 'fobbed off'
Jessica finally received a diagnosis after "begging" for an MRI scan revealing she needed urgent treatment.
'I spent £2,000 on one event': Why Gen Z is obsessed with Hyrox
How young millennials and Generation Z - people in their twenties to early forties - have become obsessed with this fitness craze.
Thousands of children facing 'catastrophic' waits for NHS community care
A quarter of the 300,000 children waiting for community NHS care have spent more than a year waiting.
'We knew the truth': How parents uncovered Scottish hospital's infected water scandal
Dozens of patients became more unwell and some died with infections picked up at Glasgow's Queen Elizabeth University Hospital.
Cosmetic doctor sorry for picking apart singer Troye Sivan's looks on TikTok
The singer hit out at Dr Zayn Khalid Majeed - who says he will try to have a positive impact with his content.
Five ways weight-loss jabs are changing spending habits
With GLP-1 drugs rising in popularity, how are businesses adapting to a new type of consumer?
NHS cancer gene database to identify patients at risk
Thousands of people in England will be able to check whether they have genes linked to cancer.
Abortion at 15 'changed my life', says Senedd candidate
Tessa Marshall has shared the experience to highlight issues such as women's rights and sex education.
US officially leaves World Health Organization
Trump ordered the withdrawal a year ago, accusing the UN agency of failing to adopt reforms and mishandling the pandemic.
Maternity services rated inadequate at two hospitals
The CQC finds that only minimal improvements have been made at two NHS hospitals.
Streeting says NHS 'falling short' on autism and ADHD
Wes Streeting said he was "very worried" about the issue of rising demand for services.
A bleak midwinter as care continues in the corridors
BBC London's political editor visits two east London hospitals as winter pressures continue to mount.
Mum, 26, 'wants to be sterilised' due to problems accessing sickness drug
Chloe booked an abortion because her sickness was so severe she could not look after herself.
How some countries are rethinking exercise
Dr Jo Blodgett from UCL explains an approach that considers how much you move - and don't move - across the day.
Families 'failed' by trust meet ahead of inquiry
Families and patients will discuss what want raised by an inquiry into the Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys Trust.
How the NHS became the battleground in the trans debate facing workplaces
What's next for employers and their staff in the aftermath of the Darlington nurses ruling?
Could your frying pan be toxic?
Scientist Mark Miodownik explores the potential impact of 'forever chemicals' present in some cookware. Made in partnership with the Royal Society.
Botched 'Turkey teeth' op victim warns of dangers
Leanne Abeyance, from Telford, is waiting for reconstructive surgery and remains in constant pain.
Botched 'Turkey teeth' op victim warns of dangers
Leanne Abeyance, from Telford, is waiting for reconstructive surgery and remains in constant pain.
Finger-prick blood test could be early warning for children with type 1 diabetes
A simple finger-prick blood test can find those at risk so they can get the right treatment.
Why doing a mix of exercise could be the key to longer life
Don't just focus on one activity - doing a variety every week gives you more health benefits, a study suggests.
NHS nurse reinstated after trans patient dispute
A nurse was reinstated after a probe found no evidence she had identified a transgender patient.
Doctor accused of sex assaults on 38 patients
The charges relate to alleged offences against patients, including children, in the West Midlands.
Gastric sleeve surgery was 'life-changing'
Steph Hoy dropped from 25 stone to eight stone after surgery.
Why more women are going to rage rooms
Some rage rooms say most of their customers are female - we talk to women about why they pay to smash up old TVs.
Inside Health
James inhales a lungful of fumes to see if he can see air pollution moving inside him
The hospitals where waiting times are getting worse. Is yours one of them?
Nearly a quarter of hospital trusts in England have seen waiting times deteriorate in the past year.
Why 'Blue Monday' isn't real
How the third Monday of January came to be known as the most depressing day of the year.
NHS trust used charity funds for leaving party
Bosses, in a post to staff, say in hindsight, it was not a good use of charitable funds.
NHS trust used charity funds for leaving party
Bosses, in a post to staff, say in hindsight, it was not a good use of charitable funds.
Cancer patients 'warned for years' about hospital water infections
John Cuddihy told BBC Scotland News his late daughter's experiences "must continue to echo beyond her lifetime".
Trial launched to 'help spot health risks early'
A pilot scheme is rolled out in the north of the Isle of Man by the public health directorate.
I'm allergic to cold - anything below 12C and I break out in hives
Amber breaks out in hives if the temperature goes below 12C (53F) and wishes for a "normal life".
Alzheimer's finger-prick test could help diagnosis
An international trial involving 1,000 volunteers will aim to detect biomarkers associated with the condition.
Is fibre the new protein? The surprising health benefits of the latest wellness trend
It was once seen as an "unsexy nutrient" but its health benefits beyond the bowel are now in the spotlight.
Paracetamol is safe in pregnancy, says study refuting Trump autism claims
Researchers say their gold-standard review should put an end to the debate over use of the common painkiller during pregnancy.
Life-extending prostate cancer drug to be offered to thousands in England
Abiraterone will be available in a matter of weeks and will be offered to 7,000 men a year.
Hospital violated trans complaint nurses' dignity, tribunal rules
A judge says the hospital chiefs' changing room policy created a "hostile" environment for women.
Lacking willpower this January? Here's how to reframe your mind
Complex podcast host and chartered psychologist Kimberley Wilson joins What's Up Docs? to talk about how we think about willpower.
I didn't give up, I let go. How I came to terms with not having children
After a decade of trying for a baby, Caroline and her husband decided they needed to build a different future.
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