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Artificial intelligence diagnoses lung cancer
AI appears better than specialist doctors at diagnosing the disease from lung scans, say researchers.
Harri Stickler: Transplant joy for baby with rare cancer
Harri Stickler is "doing great" after a donor was found following an appeal.
Liposuction rise linked to gym wear trend
More women are seeking surgery, possibly to get a body that looks good in trendy gym clothing, says surgeon.
Contaminated blood inquiry: 'Infection has ruined my life'
A Belfast woman speaks ahead of the contaminated blood inquiry hearing evidence in Belfast.
Migraine: What happens in the brain when you have one?
It's estimated that one in seven people are affected by migraines.
Autistic dad shares his struggles with being a parent
Jude Morrow has Asperger's syndrome and found becoming a dad for the first time very difficult.
Too many children in mental health hospitals, says report
A lack of support in schools and the community in England is contributing to the problem, says a report.
Type 1 diabetes: Baby given insulin powder in trial
A mum agrees to her baby taking part in a medical trial because of the risk of diabetes.
Staff shortages 'abusing good will of nurses'
Nursing chiefs want to see safe staffing rules enshrined in law as 40,000 posts remain vacant.
Chiari malformation: ‘I went from travel-obsessed to bedridden'
Hailey wanted to travel the world as a doctor, until a mystery condition left her shaking uncontrollably.
We Are Middlesbrough: Sheesiders are 'the ultimate girl group'
Two friends set up a "girl group" to save women from "toxic friendships" and loneliness in Middlesbrough.
Light and the circadian rhythm: The key to a good night's sleep?
Getting enough sleep is fundamental to our wellbeing, but one key factor is often overlooked.
Markus Birdman talks about his stroke in his comedy routine
Comedian Markus Birdman had a stroke at 40, and talks about the experience in his stand-up routine to raise awareness.
Nicki Chapman praised for sharing tumour diagnosis
Nicki Chapman will not host the Chelsea Flower Show following surgery to remove a brain tumour.
Electrotherapy warning over bogus psychiatrist Zholia Alemi
Scotland's chief medic says Zholia Alemi may have prescribed ECT and wrongly detained mental health patients.
Mental health: The radio station helping its listeners
The mental health DJ who says he has helped his listeners out of "very dark places".
Medical cannabis: Breaking the law to help our child
The parents of a young girl with epilepsy have to travel from the UK to the Netherlands for medical cannabis.
Surgeons operate on baby inside womb
Surgeons at King's College Hospital have corrected spina bifida in an unborn baby.
NHS 'should not prescribe acne drug'
Patients unable to have sex are calling for the NHS to stop prescribing acne drug Roaccutane.
Simon Thomas sets up blood cancer fund in memory of wife Gemma
Former Sky Sports and Blue Peter presenter Simon Thomas says he "can't sit around and do nothing".
Spina bifida: Keyhole surgery repairs baby spine in womb
Doctors say the surgery could be the difference between some children learning to walk or not.
Bowel cancer rates rising 'among young adults'
If the trend continues, age screening guidelines may need to be reconsidered, researchers say.
Measles: Experts call for compulsory vaccination
Misleading campaigns claiming jabs are dangerous have left countries vulnerable, researchers say.
Cow's milk allergy: 'Going to a coffee shop could kill my child'
Five-year-old Evie Kinsella's cow's milk allergy is so severe she reacts to milk particles in the air.
Ultra-processed foods 'make you eat more'
The first trial of ultra-processed foods suggests they lead people to eat more and put on weight.
Cancer patient scans cancelled over equipment problems
The PET scans are used to investigate the spread of cancer and how it is responding to treatment.
'Bodybuilding helped me overcome my depression'
How Sheetal "Strong" Kotak from Kenya used bodybuilding to help overcome her depression.
Prescribing deer dung and pigeon slippers
Cambridge historians are digitising some unusual medical records from the 17th Century.
Cancer: Breakthrough treatments to target drug resistance
The first treatments could be available within a decade, say scientists setting up a research centre.
Ex-bodybuilder on how she became obsessed about weight
A former bodybuilder has spoken about how she became obsessed by her weight and body image.
'How to be body positive as a trans person'
Being body positive while transitioning is important for Bristol artist Jessica Fletcher and her mental health.
Cord blood: Rise in parents paying for private banking
Frozen stem cells from umbilical cord blood and tissue can be used if babies get ill in the future.
What we wished we'd known about the menopause
A group of women who've gone through the menopause share what they wish they'd known before it started.
Alabama passes bill banning abortion
The law - which has sparked protests - outlaws abortion almost entirely.
Severe pregnancy sickness: 'I thought I was dying'
Hannah is one of 5,000 UK women to share their experience of extreme pregnancy sickness with BBC News.
Doctors used as 'guinea pigs' in opioid painkiller promotion
Drug companies are accused of "targeting doctors" to market opioids.
Thyroid disease 'being over-treated'
Hormone treatment for mild underactive thyroid problems will not benefit most patients, experts say.
Stevenage pupil taking GCSEs using eye movement
Being unable to talk or write is not holding back Will from taking his GCSEs.
Spinal muscular atrophy: Spinraza approval delights family
A drug that can slow the effects of spinal muscular atrophy is approved for use on the NHS.
Glucosamine supplements 'may cut heart risk'
Findings from thousands of UK people suggest a possible benefit, although more studies are needed.
Frail elderly 'failed by care deserts'
Research indicates 30% of areas have no residential care home beds and 60% no nursing home beds.
How a personal trainer learnt to live with cystic acne
Emily thinks people should be given more support to deal with the psychological impact of cystic acne.
Diet pills sold to teenager by UK stores, BBC report finds
Boots, Superdrug and Holland & Barrett allowed a 17-year-old to buy diet pills, a BBC investigation finds.
Bed bugs found in King's College Hospital postnatal ward
King's College Hospital says staff are wearing protective clothing while deep cleaning is carried out.
Hollywood tech helps injured military personnel
The cutting edge Hollywood technology being used to help rehabilitate injured military personnel.
Why I paint vulvas in public toilets instead of penises
A 23-year-old artist is promoting body positivity by painting vulvas in public toilets.
Hospitals to test mums-to-be for risky group-B strep
A pilot study will compare two tests with the current approach of testing only "high risk" pregnant women.
Mental health spending varies widely across England
Campaigners warn services will be affected as some areas of England spend much less than others.
NHS fines for 1.7 million people overturned, watchdog finds
A watchdog finds £188m incorrect penalties by the NHS in England for dental treatment and prescriptions.
Rare protein allergy would give PKU sufferer 'brain damage'
Mark Edwards can only eat 6g of protein a day due to a condition affecting one in 10,000 people.
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