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Nanoparticles from tea leaves 'destroy lung cancer cells'
Scientists found tiny nanoparticles from the leaves destroyed 80% of cells they were applied to.
Pepe's story: How I survived Spanish flu
José Ameal is believed to be the oldest Spanish survivor of the pandemic which followed World War I.
Artificial intelligence can be weapon in cancer fight, PM to say
Smart technologies can sift through data to help the NHS spot diseases quicker, the PM is to say.
Comfort box gives Norfolk cancer patients a 'little lift'
The kindness in a box that is making a huge difference to women undergoing chemotherapy.
Are we eating at the wrong time for our body clocks?
Is when we eat clashing with our circadian rhythms and could changing our mealtime habits boost our health?
Mental Health Awareness Week: 'My camera helped me beat anxiety'
A photographer's portraits of strangers helped him to overcome his mental health problems.
DR Congo Ebola outbreak 'not global emergency'
The World Health Organization says it believes the outbreak can be brought under control.
How likely is your e-cigarette to explode?
As a man dies from an exploding vape pen, we ask how dangerous are the devices?
The little girl who can't enjoy the summer
Seven-year-old Harper Mitchell Hyslop has rare lung condition which makes it difficult to be in any heat.
Growing resistance to antifungal drugs 'a global issue'
Scientists warn this could lead to more outbreaks of disease and affect people who are already ill.
Reality Check
A hospice charity wants people to talk more about dying and bereavement.
Singapore's measures to reduce short-sightedness
As global rates of short-sightedness - or myopia - increase around the world, Singapore is hoping to buck the trend with three simple but innovative solutions.
Young encouraged to speak out over mental health
"Mental health is really hard to express in words" - one of the reasons See Me Scotland is launching a survey about young people's mental health.
DR Congo Ebola outbreak spreads to Mbandaka city
At least 44 people are thought to have been infected and 23 deaths are being investigated.
Mum wants postnatal depression awareness after dad's suicide
Vicky Clayton cannot give her son the thing he wants most in the world - his dad.
Chorley and Royal Preston hospitals on high alert almost '6 out of 7 days'
The rest of the north west had 32 high alerts compared to 169 at Chorley and Preston hospitals.
Vape pen explosion pierces Florida man's cranium killing him
The Florida man's death is believed to be the first in the US caused by a vape pen.
US birth rates drop to lowest since 1987
Births decreased among young women and teenagers but increased among those aged between 40 and 44.
Dementia exercise programmes 'don't slow brain decline'
Gym exercise programmes for people with mild to moderate dementia "don't work", researchers say.
Dementia patients 'abandoned' by system
Thousands of people with the condition are ending up in hospital unnecessarily because of inadequate support, a charity says.
Patients 'could have been harmed' after Capita outsourcing
Support services run by Capita have been "well below" acceptable standards, a watchdog says.
Diabetes blood test 'could mean end to daily insulin jabs'
Doctors in Edinburgh say a simple blood test has identified previously unrecognised variations in Type 1 diabetes.
Furness hospital baby deaths: Midwifery council criticised
Eleven babies and one mother died at Furness General Hospital in Barrow between 2004 and 2013.
Sleep tips: Six ways to boost the chances of a good night's rest
How to maximise the chances of a good night's sleep.
Heavy-period drug can treat brain haemorrhage
Tranexamic acid can stem dangerous bleeding in the brain, trials show.
Josh Cullip: Coping with dementia at 11 years old
Josh has a rare genetic condition and is losing his memory but feels "positive" about his future.
Smart SoPhy socks send data to your physiotherapist
The socks have three sensors reading weight distribution, movement and orientation of the foot.
Body clock linked to mood disorders
Researchers say it is a warning to urban societies becoming less in tune with nature.
Male nurse: 'I was told to become a brickie'
Nine in 10 nurses are women - but the Royal College of Nursing wants that to change.
Rap producer Steel Banglez opens up about mental health
Rap producer Steel Banglez shares his struggles with depression and how he was able to overcome it.
Polycystic ovary syndrome: Scientists closer to understanding cause
A common cause of infertility may be due to a hormonal imbalance before birth, researchers say.
NHS in winter: Sharp rise in North West hospitals put on highest alert
Hospitals in North West England were put on the highest state of alert 32 times this winter.
Eloise Parry: Diet pills caused 'distressing death'
Eloise Parry died at the Royal Shrewsbury Hospital after taking a slimming supplement, a court hears.
Housebound woman 'forced to crowdfund' for wheelchair
Doctors say Charlotte Walton could one day walk again so she does not qualify for an NHS wheelchair.
Dealing with a child who will not sleep through the night
Sleep clinics are helping parents ensure their children get a good night's rest.
'Spice epidemic in jails risk to nurses'
One nurse lost consciousness after inhaling fumes while attending an ill prisoner, her union says.
Nurse: 'I've been hit, head-butted and taken hostage'
An A&E nurse opens up about life on the front line as the profession considers asking for body cameras.
Cancer patients urged to discuss 'end of life' plans
A report suggests the need for cancer patients to remain positive means they are not discussing end of life care.
Bristol mother on cutting teachers for deaf children
A Bristol mother explains what a teacher of the deaf service means to her and her family.
Drug target for curing the common cold
Scientists are working on an inhalable treatment that could stop any cold virus in its tracks.
How long are you going to live?
Use our calculator to see where you are on the global life expectancy scale.
Chronic insomnia: Why we lose sleep over it
News At Ten's Tom Bradby is reportedly off work because of insomnia - a condition that's hard to treat.
Male bulimia: 'I told myself, boys eat a lot'
Tom Pollock says he didn't realise he had an eating disorder because he didn't 'fit the stereotype'.
Naomi Musenga death: Emergency operator blames pressure after mocking caller
An emergency operator accused of ignoring a French woman's plea hours before her death says she refuses to take the blame.
Twitter fails to take down Xanax adverts
Pfizer experts say the fake pills have been found to contain rat poison, insecticides and lead paint.
Sharp rise under-11s referred for mental health help
New figures show sharp rise in number of primary-age children referred for mental health help.
Tessa Jowell tribute: Funding doubled for brain cancer research
Theresa May said £40m of government money would help build a "lasting legacy" for the politician.
Prince William praises 'wonderful' NHS staff
The prince pays tribute to "one of our country's greatest treasures" as the health service turns 70.
Severe allergic reactions in surgery 'caused by antibiotics'
Anaesthetists say deaths could have been prevented with better knowledge of patient allergies.
Why Ebola keeps coming back
It is unrealistic to think Ebola will ever be eradicated, but it is now easier to prevent a crisis.
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