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Streeting brands doctor's union 'moaning minnies' over GP online booking
All NHS practices were required by the government to provide web bookings from October - but the union opposes the move.
Warning over cosmetic face fillers as scans reveal new details of risks
Placed incorrectly, cosmetic dermal fillers can damage nearby ateries, leading to to skin loss and even blindness, experts warn.
What is the UK Covid inquiry and how does it work?
The inquiry into the government's handling of the pandemic has heard from politicians, civil servants, experts and bereaved families.
What are the symptoms of prostate cancer and what should you check for?
One in eight men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in their lifetime.
What are the symptoms of prostate cancer and what should you check for?
One in eight men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in their lifetime.
Prostate cancer screening: What you need to know
Everything you need to know about the decision on who should be screened for prostate cancer.
Government racks up £100m bill responding to Covid inquiry
BBC analysis shows cost to taxpayer is 50% higher than thought, with inquiry's own costs at 192m.
Why are resident doctors striking and how much are they paid?
Resident doctors in England will strike between 17 and 22 December, in the 14th walkout since 2023.
Cancer patient welcomes newly-approved treatment
Sharon Price from Newcastle-under-Lyme says she was glad to avoid the need for surgery.
Ambulance demand spikes as flu season worsens
The service says calls increased by 20% in the past week, fuelled by illnesses such as the flu.
Our daughter died from meningitis after starting uni - a jab would have saved her
Meg Draper was enjoying the social side of student life - within weeks she had died from meningitis.
Doctors to stage five-day strike before Christmas
Walkout in England begins on 17 December and will be 14th strike in pay dispute.
US and UK agree zero tariffs deal on pharmaceuticals
The deal follows threats of tariffs as high as 100% on branded drug imports.
Do you know what a forever chemical is?
Forever chemicals, or PFAS, exist in many household items such as waterproof clothing and cookware.
WHO warning over shortage of obesity jabs
Too few people who could benefit from so-called "skinny jabs" are able to access them, says WHO.
HIV warning to older women as infections increase
The Blue Sky Trust charity reacts to a rise in HIV infections among heterosexual women.
HIV battle is not over, warns It's a Sin creator
Russell T Davies says misinformation about the virus made him "despair".
Council to support workers with endometriosis
Deputy mayor Ceri Cawley plans to start a support group for women with endometriosis.
Prostate cancer screening should not be offered to most UK men, say experts
It recommends that only men with a confirmed genetic risk of prostate cancer should be screened for the disease.
Call for medical notes alert for maternity scandal families
Kayleigh Griffiths says the alert came about because families had to keep retelling their stories.
Women 'traumatised' by breast cancer treatment at NHS trust
More than 200 patients suffered harm, including unnecessary mastectomies, the BBC has been told.
Libraries to host community events over winter
The sessions in December and January aim to bring people in Wolverhampton together during the colder months.
NHS doctor suspended over alleged antisemitic social media posts
The tribunal ruled the doctor's posts "may impact on patient confidence" in both her and the profession.
NHS trust fined £200k over vulnerable girl's death
A court found a health trust had failed to provide safe care for Ellame at Worthing Hospital.
School shuts for deep clean after pupil sickness
Congleton High School wrote to staff and parents to inform them of the closure.
Man donates kidney to woman he met after crash
Transplant donor says "anyone with a heart would give something to keep someone else alive".
Man donates kidney to woman he met after crash
Transplant donor says "anyone with a heart would give something to keep someone else alive".
Will my favourite drink cost more?
Packaged milk drinks, including some packaged coffees, will be included in the "sugar tax", the Health Secretary has announced.
Review of unpaid carer debts announced after damning report
Former charity boss Liz Sayce found confusing guidance on Carer's Allowance had left thousands with fines and surprise bills.
Review of unpaid carer debts announced after damning report
Former charity boss Liz Sayce found confusing guidance on Carer's Allowance had left thousands with fines and surprise bills.
Milkshakes and lattes to face sugar tax in UK
The tax on sugary drinks is being extended to include pre-packaged milk-based drinks.
Sugar tax extended to milk-based drinks: What you need to know
Milkshakes and lattes to be included in UK sugar tax scheme for the first time.
Transplant pioneer Sir Terence English dies at 93
Tributes are paid to the renowned surgeon who carried out the UK's first successful heart transplant.
Adolescence lasts into 30s - new study shows four pivotal ages for your brain
Brain scans on thousands of people reveal the dramatic shifts the brain goes through between birth and death.
JFK's granddaughter raises awareness of rare leukaemia with poignant essay
Doctors say Tatiana Schlossberg's struggle - even with the best care as a member of a prominent family - emphasises the need for more research.
JFK's granddaughter raises awareness of rare leukaemia with poignant essay
Doctors say Tatiana Schlossberg's struggle - even with the best care as a member of a prominent family - emphasises the need for more research.
Obesity jab drug fails to slow Alzheimer's
There were initial hopes that the drug in weight loss jab Wegovy could slow progression of dementia.
Covid inquiry hears impact on firms and staff
Business owners describe breaking into tears as they were forced to lay off staff, while workers feared for their jobs
Catherine calls for end to 'stigma' around addiction
The message from the Princess of Wales comes on Addiction Awareness Week.
Three-year-old Oliver is 'wonderful' after world-first gene therapy
The toddler has astounded doctors with his progress, nine months after the ground-breaking treatment.
Boy with rare condition amazes doctors after world-first gene therapy
Oliver has an inherited condition called Hunter syndrome, which causes progressive damage to the body and brain.
Three-year-old Oliver is 'wonderful' after world-first gene therapy
Toddler Oliver and his dad Ricky join Jon and Sally on the Breakfast sofa, to discuss his progress after his ground-breaking gene therapy.
Lord Cameron reveals he had prostate cancer
The former PM is calling for more men to be screened for the disease, which is the most common cancer in males in the UK.
'It sounds dramatic but singing class saved my life'
Hundreds of peopling attending singing groups are being taught songs and breathing techniques.
New puberty blockers trial to begin after UK ban
Those taking part in the study will be children under 16 who are going through puberty.
Move over fillers - here's why people are having facial injections made from fish sperm
Celebs including Charlie XCX swear by them. But what are polynucleotides and do they work?
Gove apologises after Covid report alleges 'toxic' culture
The ex-senior minister apologises for mistakes in the pandemic, but defends some of the previous government's actions.
Non-smoker diagnosed with lung cancer at 37 demands 'urgent action'
Jules Fielder is using Instagram to raise awareness of lung cancer in young women.
Your kid having a hard time? Dr Becky has this tip
Clinical psychologist Dr Becky Kennedy says resisting the urge to fix, and connecting with your child instead, is key.
Trans people could be barred from services based on appearance
The new code of practice on access to single-sex services cannot gain legal force until it gets sign-off from ministers.
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