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Penis cancer cases increasing: Brazil sees 6,500 amputations in a decade
"It's something you never imagine will happen to you," says Joao, 63, who under went a partial amputation.
Stolen test data and NHS numbers published by hospital hackers
Experts say the hack is one of the most "significant and harmful" cyber attacks ever in the UK.
Cyber-attack delays child's cancer operation
Dylan Kjorstad's surgery was delayed due to concerns over blood supplies following a cyber-attack.
Top sunscreens fail protection tests, Which? says
Some cheaper lotions from supermarkets Aldi and Lidl outperformed more expensive brands, Which? said.
Some GPs struggling to find work, says union
Locum doctors in England have told the British Medical Association shifts are hard to find at practices.
Global alert issued over fake Ozempic drugs - WHO
The World Health Organization says fake drugs, used for type-2 diabetes and weight loss, are a danger to health.
E. coli outbreak put at least 86 people in hospital
Cases have been linked to pre-packed sandwiches containing lettuce - but investigations continue.
Access to cystic fibrosis drugs approved in England
A deal has been reached to give NHS patients Kaftrio, Symkevi and Orkambi.
‘Space hairdryer’ regenerates heart tissue in study
Gentle shockwaves could regenerate the heart tissue of patients after bypass surgery, research suggests.
NHS election plans unconvincing - health experts
The health budget faces a 38bn shortfall by 2030, putting plans to tackle the backlog and improve the NHS at risk.
Secret files reveal fears over future of NHS IT giant
Talks have been held over the potential collapse of tech firm Atos, which runs vital UK public services.
Don't blame us for people suffering - London hospital hackers
They claim the cyber attack - which has disrupted more than 1,000 procedures - was politically motivated.
Parkinson's blood test gives early-diagnosis hope
A simple blood test that can predict Parkinson's years before symptoms begin has been developed.
More sick children go private as others face NHS waits
England's NHS trusts warn children are the forgotten generation" in the race to cut waiting lists.
Senior doctors accept pay deal in England
The pay deal, worth up to 19.4% for some, comes after months of negotiations.
Senior doctors accept pay deal in England
The pay deal, worth up to 19.4% for some, comes after months of negotiations.
I felt like I was getting electric shocks - then found out it was cancer
Nurse Carol McGachie said she felt like she had been plugged into the mains every night.
I felt like I was getting electric shocks - then found out it was cancer
Nurse Carol McGachie said she felt like she had been plugged into the mains every night.
'We weren’t willing to end hope for our little boy'
Grayson's mum describes the fight to secure long-term medication to help make his life comfortable.
Acid reflux patient hails 'life-changing' implant
Danielle Harding experiences "amazing" results after suffering with severe acid reflux.
Wrap sold in WH Smith recalled over E. coli fears
Manufacturer THIS! is recalling one of its products because of possible contamination with E. coli.
'I started drinking aged 11 and couldn't stop'
Chloe Ward says she lost a decade of her life to alcohol but is now determined to stay sober.
Supermarket sandwiches linked to E. coli outbreak
Retailers are removing at least 56 types of sandwiches, wraps and salad from UK supermarket shelves.
Top doctor alarmed by weight-loss drug misuse
The drugs should not be used as "a quick fix" to get "beach-body ready" this summer, NHS England's medical director said.
Balding at 16 and unable to look in the mirror
Poppie Davies wore a wig and talked about how isolated she felt with the condition.
Silent Men film asks why so many still struggle to open up
Scottish filmmaker Duncan Cowles set out to ask why men tend to bottle up their emotions.
'Do not cry for me', says cancer campaigner in final post
Tributes are paid to Kate Rackham who helped set up the Fighting to be Heard charity after her diagnosis.
England's hospital waiting lists rise to 7.57m
Jump in England comes after ministers claimed the NHS backlog had started to come down.
Delays for cancer treatment becoming routine
A survey found the number of cancer centres experiencing severe delays had almost doubled in a year.
£8m Longitude Prize won for tackling superbug rise
The winning test rapidly detects whether bacteria are causing an infection and identifies the best antibiotics.
Eva 'doing really good' after spinal surgery
Eva Tennent's family were told her condition was inoperable following delays to her operation.
Strictly's Amy to tell cancer story in documentary
Dancer Amy Dowden was diagnosed after finding a lump on her breast the night before her honeymoon.
Strictly's Amy to tell cancer story in documentary
Dancer Amy Dowden was diagnosed after finding a lump on her breast the night before her honeymoon.
Tiger mosquitoes behind dengue fever rise in Europe
Concerning rise in dengue fever cases as climate change pushes mosquitoes further north, warn experts.
Statins pioneer Akira Endo dies aged 90
The Japanese scientist's work led to the creation of the life-saving drugs now used by millions.
Labour would ban under-16s buying energy drinks
Under-16s will be banned from buying drinks such as Monster and Prime, if Labour wins the election.
Labour pledges 100,000 urgent child dental appointments
Labour says it plans to clear dental treatment backlogs and introduced supervised tooth cleaning.
The town struggling to see a doctor
The difficulties faced by patients trying to access NHS care in Telford reflects UK-wide problems.
Five ways Michael Mosley made us healthier
Michael Mosley's simple and accessible health hacks made him a household name. Remember these?
O-type blood donors needed after London cyber-attack
The NHS says last week's cyber-attack means blood cannot be sorted at the same frequency.
O-type blood donors needed after London cyber-attack
The NHS says last week's cyber-attack means blood cannot be sorted at the same frequency.
Two-in-one flu and Covid jab passes advanced trial
The trial suggests the jab arms the body with protective antibodies as effectively as separate shots.
Glowing dye helps see hidden prostate cancer cells
The dye makes cancer cells which are invisible to the naked eye show up so they can be removed.
Tick attack: BBC hunts for tiny bloodsuckers as diseases rise
A closer look at the tiny, disease-carrying pests that are becoming more common in the UK.
Tick attack: BBC hunts for tiny bloodsuckers as diseases rise
A closer look at the tiny, disease-carrying pests that are becoming more common in the UK.
Ongoing disruption as junior doctors walkout continues
The trust anticipates "minimal problems" launching a new IT system on the day junior doctors strike.
Ongoing disruption as junior doctors walkout continues
The trust anticipates "minimal problems" launching a new IT system on the day junior doctors strike.
UK E. coli outbreak most likely linked to food item
Some 113 people have become ill in recent weeks, the UK Health Security Agency says.
Man in Mexico dies with first human case of H5N2 bird flu
Mexico reports the death of a man from a strain of bird flu not seen in humans before.
Antidepressant withdrawal affects one in six people
One in six people have symptoms stopping antidepressants - fewer than previously thought, a review suggests.
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