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Failures led to girl's Costa drink death - coroner
The girl's mother accuses the food industry of treating allergy training as a "tick box exercise".
Travellers advised to consider mpox vaccine
There is concern about a new strain of the disease that has been spreading in parts of Africa.
What is the infected blood scandal?
Thousands were infected with HIV and hepatitis C, in the worst treatment disaster in NHS history.
Infected blood: I was told I couldn't have children
Richard Warwick says the government's compensation plan "should have been done two decades earlier".
First case of more dangerous mpox found outside Africa
Sweden's public health agency records what it says is the first case of a more severe new type of mpox outside the African continent.
Mpox risk low but UK medics on alert
The UK Health Security Agency says it will ensure medics know how to spot and test for the virus.
What is mpox and how is it spread?
Mpox, which used to be called monkeypox, is declared a global public health emergency.
Warning over antibiotic-resistant gonorrhoea cases
The UK Health Security Agency says a rise in gonorrhoea cases in England is "concerning".
WHO declares mpox global health emergency
Scientists are alarmed at the high fatality rate and rapid spread of a new variant of the virus.
Key questions that remain about Nottingham killer's care
Valdo Calocane often stopped taking his medication and was becoming increasingly violent, assessments before the attack show - yet his care did not change.
Bicep's Matt McBriar reveals brain tumour surgery
The Belfast-born music producer said a "large and pretty rare" tumour had been found earlier this year.
Nottingham families say NHS and police have 'blood on their hands' over killings
The families of Valdo Calocane's victims say the report "demonstrates gross, systematic failures".
Mpox declared public health emergency in Africa
Scientists in Africa are alarmed by the speed at which a new strain of mpox is spreading.
The comedian turning her period condition into a stand-up show
Bella Humphries has Premenstrual dysphoric disorder but is sharing her experience with Edinburgh audiences.
Girl died drinking Costa hot chocolate, inquest told
The 13-year-old had a dairy allergy went into anaphylactic shock, an inquest hears
Girl died drinking Costa hot chocolate, inquest told
The 13-year-old had a dairy allergy went into anaphylactic shock, an inquest hears
Ten tips for sleeping in hot weather
A simple guide on how to get a good night's sleep in the heat.
New vaccine for respiratory disease rolls out in Scotland
The vaccination programme is aimed at protecting newborn babies and older adults against a dangerous disease.
Doctor warned Nottingham attacker could kill
The concern that Valdo Calocane could "end up killing someone" appears in a summary of medical records shared with BBC Panorama.
Doctors question union over puberty blocker views
Some doctors question the British Medical Association's stance on what gender services should offer.
Egg donors warned not to do it for the £986 cash
The compensation egg donors receive is rising, but they are being warned not to do it just for the money.
First gene-editing therapy may cure blood disorder
The treatment for beta thalassaemia is to be offered on the NHS and uses Nobel Prize-winning technology.
NHS sets out 'safer' child gender services model
Six regional clinics will open over the next two years, with an emphasis on mental health support.
Bone-building drug coming for post-menopause women
Abaloparatide protects against the bone-thinning condition osteoporosis and is approved for NHS use.
AI in healthcare: what are the risks for the NHS?
Generative AI will be transformative for NHS patient outcomes, a senior government advisor says.
NHS soup and shake diet can beat type 2 diabetes
People can reverse the condition by going on a strict liquid diet of 900 calories a day.
Pharmacists warn over fake weight-loss jabs
A body representing pharmacists says there could be an "explosion" in unlicensed medication amid a shortage of Ozempic.
Mother's warning over asbestos-related cancer
Helen Bone, who worked as a nurse, believes she may have contracted mesothelioma while at work.
'Game changer' AI detects hidden heart attack risk
A pilot is using technology that identifies people at risk of a heart attack in the next 10 years.
Drug shortages: 'I'm eating less and rationing pills'
Two people with cystic fibrosis say they are eating less and rationing pills due to the shortage.
OCD made actress think she was a danger to her baby
Fresh Meat star Kimberley Nixon says she felt scared and alone after giving birth to her son.
The junior doctors' strikes may be over. But is trouble ahead?
The end of the pay dispute sounded too good to be true. And now some are wondering if it might be.
The junior doctors' strikes may be over. But is trouble ahead?
The end of the pay dispute sounded too good to be true. And now some are wondering if it might be.
GPs to start capping appointments in work-to-rule
British Medical Association members back action, saying shortfall in funding puts care at risk.
BMA calls for ban on puberty blockers to be lifted
Doctors' union attacks landmark review into gender care for under-18s as it launches its own evaluation.
First UK child has surgery in robot device trial
A seven-year-old boy is the first patient in a UK study to evaluate the system for children.
Twin 'let down' over death of sister found in A&E
Mother of two Inga Rublite, 39, died days after being found slumped on the floor of a hospital.
'The only hospital bed was 248 miles from home'
More mental health patients are being sent far from home for inpatient care, NHS data shows.
'Reckless slapping therapist cut mum's life short'
Danielle Carr-Gomm, 71, died four days into a slapping therapy workshop in Wiltshire.
Two new dementia risks identified by major report
Treating failing eyesight and high cholesterol can help lower the risk of the illness, a study suggests.
Parents of woman who died win appeal in NHS battle
Sudiksha Thirumalesh, 19, died during a legal battle over NHS plans to give her palliative care.
Toddler 'turned grey and passed out' after drinking Slush Puppie
Arla Agnew's blood sugars plummeted after having the drink which is unsuitable for children under four.
Slimming jabs: 'I thought my body was shutting down'
BBC Investigations speaks to people damaged by illegal and often fake slimming drug injection kits.
Slimming jabs: 'I thought my body was shutting down'
BBC Investigations speaks to people damaged by illegal and often fake slimming drug injection kits.
Discharge delays see thousands stuck in hospitals
One person had to wait more than 18 months to be discharged from hospital.
UK swelters as hottest day of the year confirmed
Temperatures on Tuesday reach 32C - exceeding the previous hottest day set earlier in the month.
Ditching of social care plan is a tragedy - Dilnot
The plan would have introduced an 86,000 cap on the amount an older or disabled person would have to pay towards their support.
Junior doctors offered 22% pay rise in deal to end strike action
It is thought the new pay deal being offered is worth 22%, on average, over two years.
Puberty blockers ban is lawful, says High Court
Ban on puberty blockers introduced by last government using emergency legislation was lawful, High Court rules.
Mum's school CCTV plea after autistic son attacked
Charlotte's son was attacked repeatedly by a teaching assistant while he was at school.
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