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Most are being treated by GPs and the figure is 10 times the number reported previously, a charity says.

Millions of people are vaccinated against flu each year. But just how effective is the jab at protecting us against the virus?

Thousands of Nigerian patients are being held in extreme circumstances over unpaid medical bills.

More than 450 patients died after being prescribed painkillers at Gosport War Memorial Hospital.

Mannose can slow the growth of cancers and enhance the effects of chemotherapy in mice, experts say.

Many thousands of under-fives have died from deprived diets due to the war, a leading charity warns.

Suicide rates in America are rising, particularly among white, middle-aged men. This summer camp helps families deal with their grief.

A fish that can repair its own heart may hold clues for future treatments in people, according to a study.

Terror survivors say there is a severe lack of long-term support to process psychological trauma.

A study suggests parents adapt their feeding styles in line with a child's natural weight and size.

James McGleenan, 11, swaps places with his doctor to find out what happens when blood is taken.

The Duke of Cambridge said he "felt things" he "never felt before" following 999 calls as a pilot.

Income from the levy, which began in April, is on track to meet the estimate of £240m.

Nearly one in five local hospital services have failed to hit their key waiting time targets for a whole year.

Fans watched her speak about her condition with former EastEnders actress Rita Simons and other campmates.

A 5 Live survey on attitudes to sex finds the stress of modern living is taking a toll in the bedroom.

The parents of a boy with a rare blood disease plea for more donors over the festive period.

Margot Noel has misophonia, which means "hatred of sound". Noises that may be annoying to some people cause her real distress.

While a ban has led to a "considerable reduction" in use of the drugs, street dealers are active.

The Royal College of Psychiatrists says it's worried some people are not getting the help they need.

A global study suggests climate may be a factor in higher rates of binge drinking and liver disease.

The former world record holder told the BBC about how he made a full recovery after suffering a stroke.

Mum Laura McCartney says her son Tom, who has complex medical needs, was "enthralled" to see a story told "in his language".

The allegations relate to alleged mistreatment and neglect of some stroke patients in Blackpool.

The contact lens was designed to help people with diabetes monitor their glucose levels

The doctors were involved in the care of Claire Roberts who died at a Belfast hospital in 1996.

Emily Pratt, six, took part in the treatment trial and can now tolerate foods with traces of peanuts.

Noise in hospitals often exceeds harmful levels and can affect the wellbeing of patients and staff, research finds.

Some 3,000 doctors face scrutiny after an unqualified New Zealander practised in the UK for 22 years.

Blood donors urged to keep appointments to avoid a dramatic slump in stocks over the festive period.

People paying thousands for wigs want the psychological impacts of hair loss to be better understood.

Gary Lightbody says it's "an unforgiveable act" to leave Northern Ireland without political leadership.

Bosses ask the PM to honour a pledge to give it the same status as physical health in the workplace.

A campaign group says more than 100 schools did not take up free awareness sessions.

Rebecca Shorrocks nearly lost her life to cardiomyopathy - a heart condition she never knew she had.

When Nessa Wrafter suffered after the birth of her child, she decided to make a film about her experience.

Aged three, Romeo Hadley suffered purpura fulminans, which led to both his legs being amputated.

A couple share their experience of having sex without condoms when one partner has HIV.

The home care provider was warned this month by the care regulator about its financial sustainability.

A new report says there's no link between lack of sleep and early death, but does that come as any comfort?

Surgeons issue a warning as more young people suffer injuries performing stunts for social media.

Patients and GPs have been frustrated by shortages following the staggered supply of the vaccine.

The announcement comes the day after an "appalling" cervical-screening blunder hits more than 40,000 women.

George Roach's wife Michelle died from a pulmonary embolism six weeks after giving birth.

Exposure to diesel fumes was linked to an approximate 5% reduction in lung capacity in London children.

Worldwide sales of blood plasma are increasingly strongly, but is it ethically right that people should be paid to donate it?

Sarah Burgwin wants the NHS to pay for Orkambi to treat her six-year-old daughter's cystic fibrosis.

Oli Weatherall has to go to extreme lengths to keep himself alive because of a severe peanut allergy

More than 40,000 women have not received information after a failure to send out letters.

More than 200 families seek answers about their maternity care amid a review into baby deaths.