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Why we might never know the truth about ultra-processed foods
Experts can't agree how exactly they affect us and it's not clear that science will give us an answer.
Why we might never know the truth about ultra-processed foods
Experts can't agree how exactly they affect us and it's not clear that science will give us an answer.
'My body just keeps swelling and swelling'
Chloe Davies has "spontaneous swelling attacks", which can be life-threatening.
Are you feeling grotty all the time this summer?
Why some people are saying they've been ill all year.
Are you feeling grotty all the time this summer?
Why some people are saying they've been ill all year.
Autumn date to fix blood transfusion services
The systems were affected by a hack on the NHS, which caused significant disruption.
EU regulator rejects Alzheimer's drug lecanemab
It said the benefits of the treatment did not outweigh the risk of serious side effects.
Health regulator not fit for purpose - Streeting
The health secretary says he is stunned by failings in inspecting hospitals, GPs and care homes in England.
'Menopause must be treated fairly for women at work'
A mother who says the menopause is "harrowing" backs a study to help employers treat women better.
TikTok midwife: ‘Jealous colleagues bullied me out’
The former midwife at Bristol's Southmead Hospital is suing for constructive unfair dismissal.
‘I’m stuck in a prison’: Disabled and trapped in hospital for 10 months
No suitable home has been found in the community for the 36-year-old, who is disabled.
‘I’m stuck in a prison’: Disabled and trapped in hospital for 10 months
No suitable home has been found in the community for the 36-year-old, who is disabled.
Shingles vaccine may help delay dementia - study
There is growing evidence that a vaccine against shingles may also protect against dementia.
Blood stocks drop to 'unprecedentedly low levels'
The NHS is appealing for people with O-type blood to urgently come forward and donate.
Eight-year ADHD backlog at NHS clinics revealed
Data suggests at least 196,000 adults are waiting to be seen and demand has quadrupled since 2019.
Eight-year ADHD backlog at NHS clinics revealed
Data suggests at least 196,000 adults are waiting to be seen and demand has quadrupled since 2019.
Woman needed HIV test after old genital swab used
The 40-year-old was "extremely upset and scared" when told she needed tests for HIV and hepatitis.
Weight-loss drug approved for heart problems in UK
Wegovy contains the drug semaglutide, which is already prescribed on the NHS to help people lose weight.
Weight-loss drug approved for heart problems in UK
Wegovy contains the drug semaglutide, which is already prescribed on the NHS to help people lose weight.
Woman died after begging GP for help - inquest
Maeve Boothby-O'Neill had asked her GP for "help with feeding" four months before her death.
Woman died after begging GP for help - inquest
Maeve Boothby-O'Neill had asked her GP for "help with feeding" four months before her death.
Babies died after hospital neglect - inquest jury
Babies Sunny and Elena both died after erroneously being given a sodium nitrite infusion.
IT working but delays possible after outage, says NHS
NHS England says services are back online after the global IT outage, but there could still be disruption.
NHS warns of GP disruption next week after IT outage
Healthcare IT systems are coming back online - but GPs face a growing appointments backlog.
Review says puberty blocker curb has not led to suicide rise
An independent review said the language used around the issue on social media was dangerous.
GPs, airports and banks in UK hit by IT outage
Some GP practices are struggling to access their records systems, which include online bookings.
UV levels explained - how do I protect myself?
How to be sun savvy and get the right level of protection from UV rays.
Urgent action needed as malaria resists key drug
Malaria parasites that can shrug off the effects of artemisinin are now well-established in East Africa.
How the UK planned for the wrong pandemic
Over-confidence, wasted opportunities and muddled-thinking left UK sleep-walking into Covid.
How the UK planned for the wrong pandemic
Over-confidence, wasted opportunities and muddled-thinking left UK sleep-walking into Covid.
UK 'failed citizens' with flawed pandemic plans
First report from Covid Inquiry says better planning would have saved lives and lessened economic costs.
UV levels explained - how do I protect myself?
How to be sun savvy and get the right level of protection from UV rays.
Ten tips for sleeping in hot weather
A simple guide on how to get a good night's sleep in the heat.
What does hot weather do to the body?
What impact do high temperatures have on our bodies?
Fall in proportion of IVF cycles funded by NHS
The latest data also shows the average age for first-time treatment is now over 35.
Refund fears after sudden collapse of cosmetic surgery firm
The company had clinics in Birmingham, London, Manchester, Liverpool and Glasgow.
First Covid inquiry report to show UK plan failures
Austerity, Brexit and the quality of planning will be put under spotlight in the inquiry's first report.
BMA debates response to child gender care review
It comes as a top doctor brands the ban of the use of puberty blockers for gender identity reasons as "terrible".
Common blood-thinning drug neutralises cobra venom
Heparin can neutralise the necrosis-causing toxins in some spitting cobras' venom, scientists discover.
'Supermodel granny' drug extends life in animals
The drug is already being tested in people, but whether it would have the same effect is unknown.
DIY kits may see million more cervical-cancer tests
One million more women would have life-saving checks if the NHS adopted self-testing, researchers estimate.
Free drink refills could be banned in Wales
The Welsh government has made a number of proposals to restrict promotion of unhealthy food and drink.
Diabetic patient used social media to find insulin
A woman living with diabetes urges better communication over the supply of essential drugs.
Diabetic patient used social media to find insulin
A woman living with diabetes urges better communication over the supply of essential drugs.
Diabetic patient used social media to find insulin
A woman living with diabetes urges better communication over the supply of essential drugs.
'My consultant told me I was a medical mystery'
Women who were in pain for years without answers want greater awareness around their condition.
More money and staff – so why isn't the NHS more productive?
Labour has launched an investigation into what's wrong with the NHS. Is productivity the place to start?
NHS rolls out 'speedy' MS injection
NHS chiefs say the injection form of the medicine can help save patients' and clinicians' time.
Scientists to launch human tests of Marburg virus vaccine
University of Oxford researchers to trial in-human vaccine against highly fatal Marburg virus.
Narcissists mellow with age, study suggests
They do not fully grow out of a sense of self-importance, the survey of more than 37,000 people suggests.
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