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Teenagers mocked by nurses at psychiatric unit
A BBC investigation finds some nurses were verbally abusive and cruel towards unwell teenagers.
Vitamin pills and icy swims: Can you really boost your immune system?
After being struck down by winter illness, the BBC's James Gallagher goes in search of ways to boost his immune system.
Vitamin pills and icy swims: Can you really boost your immune system?
After being struck down by winter illness, the BBC's James Gallagher goes in search of ways to boost his immune system.
Woman stuck for 18 months on an NHS ward evicted from her hospital bed
She lived in a cubicle, despite being fit to leave, because of difficulties finding a care home.
Photos show 'crumbling', abandoned hospital rooms
Nottingham's hospitals were due to be upgraded but a government rebuilding programme was delayed.
Photos show 'crumbling', abandoned hospital rooms
Nottingham's hospitals were due to be upgraded but a government rebuilding programme was delayed.
Mesh victims still wait for financial compensation
A year after a major report called for urgent action, no scheme has been put in place to help victims.
Mesh victims still wait for financial compensation
A year after a major report called for urgent action, no scheme has been put in place to help victims.
We aborted healthy babies after NHS mistakes, couples tell BBC
Two women had abortions after an NHS trust mistakenly told them their babies had serious conditions, the BBC has learned.
Hospitals experience busiest week of winter so far
More than 98,000 patients fill hospital beds, as vomiting-bug cases continue to rise in England.
'Suicide website users encouraged our teen son to drink poison'
Reeling from Vladimir's death, his family reveal the harrowing risks of a website obsessed with dying.
'Suicide website users encouraged our teen son to drink poison'
Reeling from Vladimir's death, his family reveal the harrowing risks of a website obsessed with dying.
Women with endometriosis earn less, research shows
Researchers suggest that following diagnosis, women may take lower-paid jobs or work fewer hours.
Women with endometriosis earn less, research shows
Researchers suggest that following diagnosis, women may take lower-paid jobs or work fewer hours.
NHS review into killer's care finds major failings
Valdo Calocane was given a hospital order for killing Ian Coates, Barnaby Webber and Grace O'Malley-Kumar in 2023.
'Alarming' rise in strong illicit nicotine pouches
Concerns have been raised over a "significant growth" in imported illegal nicotine pouches.
Letby did not murder babies, medical experts claim
Former nurse Lucy Letby was convicted of murdering seven babies and trying to murder seven others.
Letby did not murder babies, medical experts claim
Former nurse Lucy Letby was convicted of murdering seven babies and trying to murder seven others.
How do weight loss drugs like Mounjaro and Wegovy work?
NHS experts report unprecedented demand for the new generation of obesity treatments.
NHS urged to issue full report into triple killer
A major investigation into the care of triple killer Valdo Calocane was announced in January 2024.
Celebrity butt-lift injector who left women with sepsis exposed by BBC
Ricky Sawyer gave out medication illegally and some of his clients needed emergency hospital treatment.
Celebrity butt-lift injector who left women with sepsis exposed by BBC
Ricky Sawyer gave out medication illegally and some of his clients needed emergency hospital treatment.
Major breast cancer screening AI trial to begin
Almost 700,000 women to be recruited to study as government fires starting gun on cancer strategy.
Major breast cancer screening AI trial to begin
Almost 700,000 women to be recruited to study as government fires starting gun on cancer strategy.
Weight-loss jab checks to be tightened by pharmacies
Online pharmacies will no longer be allowed to use customer pictures or questionnaires as evidence.
Starmer denies breaking Covid rules with voice coach
Leonie Miller was invited to coach the then-opposition leader on his response to Johnson's Brexit deal.
Starmer denies breaking Covid rules with voice coach
Leonie Miller was invited to coach the then-opposition leader on his response to Johnson's Brexit deal.
Changing room trans row nurse 'felt intimidated'
Sandie Peggie, who was suspended after complaining about sharing a changing room with a transgender colleague, gave evidence at an employment tribunal.
Vaping clinic for children begins seeing patients
The service in Alder Hey Childrens' Hospital aims to get 11 to 16-year-olds "nicotine free".
'My first cervical screening was over before I knew it'
The BBC speaks to six people about their first cervical screening, and what they wish they'd known beforehand.
'My first cervical screening was over before I knew it'
The BBC speaks to six people about their first cervical screening, and what they wish they'd known beforehand.
Top supermarkets running 'prohibited' tobacco ads
Trading Standards says adverts for heated tobacco products are banned, but some supermarkets disagree.
Top supermarkets running 'prohibited' tobacco ads
Trading Standards says adverts for heated tobacco products are banned, but some supermarkets disagree.
Blow for Reeves as AstraZeneca ditches £450m investment
The drugs giant blames "protracted" talks with the government as well as differences over funding.
Blow for Reeves as AstraZeneca ditches £450m investment
The drugs giant blames "protracted" talks with the government as well as differences over funding.
Campaigner launches bid to ban cross-sex hormones for under-18s
Lawyers write to health secretary warning him to take action or they will seek a judicial review.
NHS to offer 'groundbreaking' sickle cell gene therapy
The gene therapy Casgevy, which will now be offered to some patients in England, could help people live disease-free, experts say.
Norovirus cases at more than double expected number
The UKHSA warns the rise is having a big impact on hospitals and care homes.
Nurse dies as Uganda confirms new Ebola outbreak
The victim was a 32-year-old nurse who died from multi-organ failure, the health ministry says.
Staff seen dragging children in hospital - report
CCTV footage revealed the abuse of patients at the Coventry hospital, a watchdog says.
'Life-changing' tablet for dust mite allergies
The National Institute for Healthcare and Care Excellence backs a tablet for dust mite allergies.
Bowel cancer prediction test for IBD patients 90% accurate
Scientists hope it could become a blood test to help spot those most at risk.
Scientists trial patch to mend failing hearts
The technology could give patients with advanced heart failure new hope, based on early trial results.
Cardiff uni job cuts 'threaten supply of nurses'
Some lecturers at Cardiff University have begun getting letters advising them their post is at risk.
'I was diagnosed with dementia in my 40s'
A group of people with dementia have made a film called Hear Our Voice to tackle common stereotypes.
Keep assisted dying laws simple, says Whitty
England's chief medical officer warns of "bureaucratic thicket" if safeguards made too complicated.
Parkinson's patient 'feels cured' with new device
Kevin Hill, who has a computer in his chest linked to a brain implant, says he has his life back.
GPs asked to identify potential gambling addicts
The health watchdog says gambling should be given the same weight as alcohol and nicotine addiction.
Coca-Cola recalls drinks over safety concerns
The company says the drinks contain "higher levels" of chlorate, but says the risk is "very low".
Farm worker contracts human case of bird flu
The UK Health Security Agency says cases of bird-to-human transmission were rare.
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