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Police investigate 17 child sexting cases a day
Police warn of a "worrying upward trend" and call for social networks to remove images faster.
NHS offers smartphone GP appointments
Trials will take place in London where 3.5 million patients will be able to have video consultations via smartphone.
Australia gonorrhoea cases surge 63%
Rates of the disease rose 63% in five years, led by infections in young heterosexual city dwellers.
Scotland offers free abortions to women from Northern Ireland
New regulations allowing women from Northern Ireland to access abortion services come into force.
'Speed up mental health support for children in care'
England's children's commissioner says the system must help children recover from traumatic upbringings.
Comedy writer with Parkinson's tries stand-up comedy
Paul Mayhew-Archer wanted to try stand-up comedy before his condition deteriorated.
Telford mother's baby son died after developing rickets
Beverley Thahane speaks out as new research shows at least 50 children a year in the UK get rickets.
'I paint sunflowers on my self-harm scars'
Amelia who suffers with depression paints on herself as a replacement for self-harm.
Psychiatrist vacancies 'double in four years' in England
One in 10 consultant roles is currently unfilled in England, says the Royal College of Psychiatrists.
IVF: Five things you might not know
It's 40 years since the first IVF baby was conceived.
Directors at 'unsafe' mental health trust got pay rise
Four directors got pay rises at a mental health trust dubbed "the undisputed worst" in the country.
Surrogate mother of 'twins' finds one is hers
Jessica Allen became pregnant with her own child while she was carrying another baby as a surrogate.
Contaminated blood scandal to have 'full statutory inquiry'
The decision was made after victims and families expressed strong views.
Scientists find key to unwanted thoughts
A chemical in the brain's "memory" region can allow people to suppress negative thoughts.
Diabetes charity warns over new firm offering advice
An 82-year-old woman fell ill after diet information, claim her family.
Children at risk from ADHD diagnosis delays, experts warn
Some British children wait more than two years to be diagnosed with the condition, a report says.
Gut bacteria 'boost' cancer therapy
Trials suggest the trillions of micro-organisms living in us alter immunotherapy's effectiveness.
Five new medicines to be fast-tracked annually to NHS patients
New, life-changing medicines should reach patients more quickly under a new government scheme.
Disease of fear
The African country has been battling the worst outbreak in recent times.
Helping a friend who’s struggling
How should we talk about mental health?
Suicidal thoughts – a seafarer's story
Recent statistics suggest that suicide rates among people working at sea are rising.
Overnight carer back pay scheme 'unaffordable'
Care providers are being asked to pay sleep-in staff the minimum wage, rather than a flat rate.
Study shows dementia is biggest killer in affluent areas
But heart disease leads to more deaths in deprived areas, says Office for National Statistics figures.
'How dog helps me deal with terror attack'
Rowan Venables, 15, suffers from post-traumatic stress disorder after seeing a gunman open fire.
Autism assistance dog Rishi helps 11-year-old Jake
Autism assistance dog Rishi has enhanced 11-year-old Jake's life, his family says.
'Therapist reignited sex abuse trauma'
The ineffective regulation of those practising talking therapies 'leaves patients at risk of harm'.
Rotten teeth 'more likely' in deprived areas
Dental health varies widely according to area and wealth, a report on the nation's teeth finds.
EU nurses 'turning their backs on UK'
Regulator highlights fall in numbers registered to work with Brexit blamed by unions for 'alarming' trend.
Early blood test could indicate risk of miscarriage
US doctors say they have found molecules in the blood that can detect serious birth complications.
Hunt challenges social media giants on cyber-bullying
The health secretary says social media companies must help halt the rising rates of youth self-harm.
Pleas for organ donors to talk to families about choice
Organ donors are urged to speak to their families so their wishes are carried out.
'Despicable' fraud costs NHS in England £1bn a year
Crimes are being committed by patients, staff and contractors, a new anti-fraud body says as it promises a crackdown.
'Told I had no sperm'
Men often feel excluded because female partners are often the focus of attention in clinics, a charity says.
Just a few nights of bad sleep upsets your brain
Even a few nights of poor sleep can lead to "repetitive negative thinking", experts say.
Beware potential signs of pancreatic cancer
One in three adults might dismiss potential symptoms of this all-too-often deadly disease, say experts.
Health chiefs facing legal fight over cheaper eye drug
Prescribing Avastin will save the NHS "millions of pounds", health bosses say.
Judge rules mentally ill patient must have breast surgery
The woman in her 60s believes she has a "cyst" and thinks medics treating her are "impostors".
Scottish cancer death rates 61% higher among poor
NHS report reveals the survival gap of those diagnosed with cancer in Scotland's poorest areas.
Superbug-related deaths hit at least 15-year Wales low
The number of deaths related to MRSA, C. diff and Staphylococcus aureus continue to fall.
Alzheimer's nutrient drink falters in clinical trial
Study finds no evidence a nutritional 'anti-Alzheimer's' drink being sold online in the UK can slow the disease.
The £97m bill for 'midwife shortage'
Maternity services are relying on expensive overtime and agency staff to fill rotas in the UK, union leaders say.
Solar suitcase
The development of solar-powered suitcases is helping babies in Nepal and in other countries without reliable power in rural areas.
'How my horror make-up looks helped my depression'
Make-up artist Beth's horror looks helped her cope with depression and battle unrealistic beauty standards.
Paralysed woman's life-sustaining treatment 'can end', judge rules
A judge rules care can be stopped after relatives were divided over the 72-year-old's condition.
'Nosy' midwife struck off for viewing friends' records
Vicky Anne Bloxham was sacked by University Hospitals of Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust.
Hair dye dangers warning for children
"Lives at risk" as some salons in Wales offer hair colour appointments for under-16s.
IVF: Patients face postcode lottery for treatment
Figures show just 24 of 208 clinical commissioning groups offer three rounds of IVF treatment.
Gordon Brown reveals fight for eyesight in new memoir
Ex-PM also opens up about his struggle to reach voters in the "touchy-feely" social media era.
'Radical changes' needed to £1bn stroke care
Costs may triple by 2035 if no action is taken, warns the Stroke Association charity.
Warning over dangers of smoking around pets
Experts are trying to raise awareness of the impact on animals.
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