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Andover runner almost died drinking five litres of water
Marathon runner Johanna Pakenham almost died when she drank five litres of water.
Portuguese doctor suspended after baby born without a face
Dr Artur Carvalho is accused of negligence in the case of baby Rodrigo and others.
Family 'wants answers' over Sally Lewis constipation death
Sally Lewis's family said they wanted to make sure "nothing like this happens to anyone else again".
'Milestone' in polio eradication achieved
The last case of a key form of polio was seen four years ago - but another is still circulating.
Cystic fibrosis drug given green light in England
A ground-breaking drug should be available within 30 days, after the NHS and the manufacturer reach a deal.
Northampton General Hospital has 'culture of bullying' say inspectors
The CQC found Northampton General Hospital "requires improvement" after visiting in the summer.
NHS in Scotland 'could face £1.8bn shortfall'
Audit Scotland's report said the NHS was "seriously struggling to become financially sustainable".
People 'more likely to feel pain on humid days'
Researchers hope the study will steer work into why those with long-term health issues are affected.
Butt lift surgery: 'Why I'm getting rid of my implants'
Sophie Elise had surgery to make her bum bigger five years ago. Now she's getting them removed.
Assisted dying: Terminally ill man challenges law in High Court
Phil Newby says without a change in the law, he may be forced to suffer against his wishes.
Coventry Hospital: Man, 84, died on trolley 'after six-hour wait'
Donald Driver's daughter says he was ignored by staff as he lay seriously ill in a corridor.
Instagram bans 'cosmetic surgery' filters
Effects showing what people might look after surgery will go, amid concerns they harm mental health.
Paralympian, 40, ends her life through euthanasia
Belgian Paralympian Marieke Vervoort ends her own life through euthanasia at the age of 40.
Should children with type 2 diabetes be offered a gastric op?
More UK children are getting type 2 diabetes. Will we follow the US and offer them gastric surgery?
Poor toilet hygiene behind E. coli superbug spread
Not washing hands after going to the toilet is behind the spread of a key strain of E. coli.
Heavy social media use linked to poor sleep
Teenagers spending more than three hours on their phones are more likely to sleep badly, a study suggests.
Blood pressure pills 'work better at bedtime'
Evening doses gives more protection against heart attacks and strokes, a study suggests.
Babies born at 22 weeks 'can now survive'
Guidance says improvements in care mean extremely premature babies now have a better survival chance.
Drugs: UK should consider legalising possession, MPs say
The UK's position on drugs is "clearly failing" and a "radical new approach" is required, MPs say.
Breast cancer detected by thermal imaging scan in Edinburgh
A thermal imaging camera in Edinburgh showed that a Slough visitor's breast was a different colour.
First drug that can slow Alzheimer's dementia
Drug company says it will seek permission in the US to start marketing the potentially 'life-changing' new drug.
Eating disorders: Over-65s unable to access some clinics
Over-65s with eating disorders are being prevented from accessing specialist clinics.
Talbot Green pharmacist jailed for £76k prescription scam
Michael Lloyd prescribed cheaper forms of medication but billed the NHS for more expensive drugs, a court hears.
Northern Ireland abortion and same-sex marriage laws change
Abortion is now decriminalised and same-sex marriage is to be legalised in Northern Ireland.
What are the UK's laws on abortion?
MPs in London voted for abortion laws to be changed in Northern Ireland.
'Ask about sexual orientation to improve LGBT inequalities'
Hospitals and care homes should be fined if they do not ask about sexual orientation, MPs say.
Are we ready for men to take the pill?
Blurring of traditional gender roles could finally mean that the male pill is on the horizon.
Deciding to donate a loved one's organs
How doctors and nurses help families reach a difficult decision which could save a stranger's life.
'George Michael' comment NHS doctor struck off
The NHS bowel surgeon told patients to "assume the George Michael position", a tribunal hears.
Air pollution 'triggers hundreds more heart attacks and strokes'
People also suffer more strokes and asthma attacks on days when air quality is poor, academics say.
Cancer research: Scientists seek clues to how disease 'is born'
Cancer researchers from the UK and US are teaming up to search for the very earliest signs of cancer.
Measles, mumps and rubella: How do we eliminate them?
A future free of the three diseases is "within reach" despite recent outbreaks, a health boss says.
Pica: Pregnancy cravings that make women eat rocks
Brenda suffers from pica, an eating disorder which leads to cravings of non-food items.
Miscarriage: Calls for better care for women in Wales
Women who have experienced multiple losses say there is not enough support in Wales.
Essex Strep A: District nurses 'most likely cause' of outbreak
The bacterium has infected at least 33 people in Essex, claiming 15 lives.
Baby Niamh Williams' wait for Cardiff hospital bed 'horrific'
Niamh Williams has been waiting for a specialised assessment since her birth on 1 October.
Fat found in overweight people's lungs
The findings could explain why being overweight or obese increases asthma risk, researchers say.
Suspected mumps among south Wales university students
Public Health Wales says it is investigating at least 28 possible cases of the virus.
Genetic tests: Experts urge caution over home testing
People should not make health decisions based on genetic tests they do at home, experts warn.
Microphone could diagnose 'noisy' arthritic knees
The technology is the same as that used by engineers to listen for faults in bridges.
Milton Keynes Council: Man 'struggled to feed himself after care cut'
The local authority has apologised for the "mistake" which led to a man's care being reduced.
Cardiac arrest in fitness class caught on camera
Mark Kingsland was sparring in a fitness class when he went into cardiac arrest.
Tafida Raqeeb: Brain-damaged girl arrives in Italy
Hospital bosses in the UK had tried to block attempts to move Tafida Raqeeb to the hospital in Genoa.
Mental health sick leave rises for emergency workers
More police, firefighters and ambulance workers are taking time off for mental ill health.
Liquid food shortage left woman's hair falling out
Jenny Evans is fed intravenously, but says a lack of deliveries left her without essential nutrition.
Royal Papworth Hospital rated 'outstanding' in all categories
Royal Papworth Hospital in Cambridge is the first in the UK to achieve the rating in all five areas.
Cancer survivor's joy at breast milk donations
Mum Emma Rees was unable to breastfeed after having a double mastectomy.
How dad saved son from 'scalding cuppa' scars
Each year hundreds of young UK children end up in hospital with severe but avoidable coffee and tea scalds, like Archie.
NHS screening 'needs to fit with busy lives'
Mobile clinics and evening and weekend opening could help increase uptake of NHS screening programmes.
The world's first artificial womb for humans
Doctors in the Netherlands say they are within 10 years of creating a 'second' womb for premature babies.
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