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Is drinking milk good for us, or an unnecessary habit?
Error leaves 55,000 diabetes patients needing new tests
Errors by diabetes analysis machines mean at least 55,000 people in England will need further hospital tests.
Error Leaves Diabetes Patients Needing New Tests
Errors in diagnostic machines mean at least 55,000 people will need further blood tests
Surgeon jailed after amputation of own legs
Neil Hopper claimed that injuries to his legs were the result of sepsis and not self-inflicted.
Organ transplants for immortality: Might Xi and Putin be onto something?
The presidents of China and Russia were overheard discussing transplants as a way to prolong life.
How to tell if your child is constipated
Sian Wicks from the children's bowel and bladder charity, Eric, explains what to look for and how parents can help.
Martha's rule rolled out to all acute hospitals in England after hundreds of lives saved
Hundreds of patients have been helped by rule, which makes it easier to get an urgent second opinion.
'My son's constipation wasn't taken seriously until he reached crisis point'
The number of children being admitted to hospital with constipation is at a 10-year high.
The Food Chain
What makes a healthy first meal of the day, and when to have it
The Food Chain
What makes a healthy first meal of the day, and when to have it
The Food Chain
What makes a healthy first meal of the day, and when to have it
NHS staff called 'heartless' over maternity comments
An NHS trust meeting hears staff criticised bereaved families involved in a major maternity review.
Is gel nail polish being banned?
The EU has new rules regarding gel nail polish and its ingredients
Energy drinks to be banned for under-16s in England
Health and Social Care Secretary Wes Streeting said he was acting on concerns for children's health.
Energy drinks to be banned for under-16s in England
Health and Social Care Secretary Wes Streeting said he was acting on concerns for children's health.
Business Daily
As more digital mental health tools emerge, can ethics keep up with evolving tech?
Adults with learning disabilities die 20 years early, report finds
People with learning disabilities and autism die almost 20 years younger than the rest of the population.
Scottish drug deaths fall but remain worst in Europe
The number of drug deaths is expected to have dropped slightly, but experts warn that any fall will most likely be a blip.
Baby dies of whooping cough after mother not vaccinated while pregnant
The first death from the illness this year comes as vaccination rates among children have declined.
Vaccination plea after baby's 'terrifying' measles
Eight areas in the North East and Cumbria have seen a slight or moderate increase in MMR jab rates.
Vaccination plea after baby's 'terrifying' measles
Eight areas in the North East and Cumbria have seen a slight or moderate increase in MMR jab rates.
The trade in US body parts that's completely legal - but ripe for exploitation
Human remains can mean profits. But there is an emotional debate about the ethics of the industry.
AI stethoscope could detect major heart conditions in seconds
The new technology could be a "game-changer" resulting in patients being treated sooner, experts say.
'Slimming jabs have changed the way we do things'
Angie Smith said she has asked brides if they are using slimming jabs after a trend emerged this year.
What is chickenpox and how can I get my child vaccinated?
The NHS in England and Wales will start offering the MMRV vaccine to young children from January 2026.
What is chickenpox and how can I get my child vaccinated?
The NHS in England and Wales will start offering the MMRV vaccine to young children from January 2026.
Children to be offered chickenpox vaccine on NHS
All young children in England and Wales will be offered a free chickenpox vaccine by the NHS from January 2026.
Price of Mounjaro to be discounted in UK pharmacies
The rebate allays fears of a 170% price rise but patients are warned the cost of the drug will still jump.
Seven-week wait for some red flag cancer patients 'frustrating'
The target set by the Department of Health for patients red flagged for breast cancer to be assessed is 14 days.
NHS to lose out on new drugs, pharma firm warns
The claims from pharmaceutical giant Novartis comes amid a row over drug pricing deals.
Patients struggle to get weight loss drug ahead of price rise
The drug's US manufacturer has asked UK distributors to stop taking orders from pharmacies until next month's price increase.
Brain image doctor banned for assault and racism
Dr Sayed Talibi is told his conduct was "fundamentally incompatible" with being a doctor.
Inside Health
Cystic fibrosis care, AI in cancer screening & science of run clubs.
Sitting up straight isn't the only secret to good posture - here are three more tips
Here are Dr Xand's three suggestions on how to look after your back without turning into a statue.
First human case of flesh-eating screwworm parasite confirmed in US
New World screwworm myiasis was found in a patient who returned to the US from El Salvador, authorities say.
How to get the most out of a dehumidifier
Professors Cath Noakes and Richard Fitton explain how dehumidifiers combat mould and why it's crucial to put them in the right place to be effective.
Call to end airport drop-off fees for blue badge holders
UK airports' charging policies are inconsistent and unfair, says Disabled Motoring UK.
A pea allergy almost killed my boy. It's only right to add it to food labels
Families tell the BBC about their experiences living with allergies as experts call for more allergens to have warning labels.
Mum noticed my wrinkles at 23 - now she regularly gives me botox
Does it slow down ageing? Or are we being exploited by a multi-billion pound industry?
Will Serena Williams's weight-loss admission help shed stigma of anti-obesity drugs?
Could her comments instil a new sense of confidence in those using the drugs and quieten the critics?
Bereaved families feel 'ignored' over maternity review
It follows a meeting between the families and Baroness Amos, who will chair the review.
Baby food firms told to make products healthier or face action
Manufacturers who do not make products healthier within 18 months may face action, the government says.
The Inquiry
Is Indonesia's free schools programme costing too much?
Hospital pays out after bacteria-linked deaths
Nine families receive compensation after the outbreak linked to a Cambridge-based hospital.
Gym with wellbeing focus welcomes lottery boost
The Soma Space offers combined strength training and psychotherapy, and prospective clients can be referred.
Short-sighted NI kids treated differently to the rest of the UK
Optometry NI chair says rules stopping children from paying for special short-sightedness treatment using NHS vouchers should change.
Pine nuts and goat's milk should get allergy labels, say experts
Warnings for some 'emerging' food allergens should be added to food packaging, researchers suggest.
More weight-loss drugs could be offered as part of new diabetes care
Diabetes patients should have better and more equal access to newer medicines, says official healthcare body.
Lucy Letby's new expert supporters claim no babies were deliberately harmed. Who should we believe?
Barrister Mark McDonald claims to have the backing of a panel of world class experts who say there is no evidence any babies were deliberately harmed
'Eating disorder misdiagnosis left me with PTSD'
Charlotte Chapman-Hart was misdiagnosed with an eating disorder and now works to bring awareness to rare diseases.
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