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There is growing concern over Britons seeking overseas treatments such as hair implants and dental work.
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The recommended UK price will rise by up to 170%, although the impact on consumers could be more limited.
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Two new potential drugs have been designed by AI to kill drug-resistant bacteria, in a major Massachusetts Institute of Technology study.
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There've been some amazing breakthroughs in treating certain kinds of blindness in recent years. But does everyone in the blind community want to be cured'? Comedian Tom Skelton, who started losing his sight at 21, explores.
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Families say they are "upset and angry at the way we have been treated as bereaved parents" by government
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A small rise in the NHS backlog prompts questions about how well ministers are doing on improving waits.
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Women across the East of England are now able to self-refer to local maternity services online.
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More than 70 cases of the chikungunya virus were reported in the UK in the first six months of this year.
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A study has linked ADHD drugs to reduced substance misuse, suicide, transport accidents and criminality.
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Half of people with cancer survive but lack of progress for some forms of disease is worrying experts.
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Experts hope to boost cardiac arrest survival rates, with 2.4 million people sitting the test each year.
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What to look for when choosing sunscreen and how to apply it to get the maximum protection.
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How dangerous is UV radiation and how can you protect yourself when levels are high?
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Scientists in Edinburgh believe the discovery could help their research into new treatments for Alzheimer's.
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How to make sure your pets are cool and comfortable during periods of hot weather.
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More low-risk cancers could be monitored rather than treated, avoiding significant side effects, says a charity.
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We investigate the safety of melatonin as a sleep aid, and should you eat your placenta?
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The weather alert service warns the public when high or low temperatures could damage their health.
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Know the signs and what to do if someone is unwell in hot weather.
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Hot weather during the summer can affect anyone, but some people run a greater risk of serious harm.
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Simple tips to help you get a good night's sleep during hot weather.
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Patients say they were left immobile or addicted to painkillers after receiving the NexGen implant.
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David Ince says he "wouldn't be here today" if it were not for Paul Harrison and others.
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The weather alert service warns the public when high or low temperatures could damage their health.
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What to look for when choosing sunscreen and how to apply it to get the maximum protection.
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Barrister Mark McDonald claims to have the backing of a panel of world class experts who say there is no evidence any babies were deliberately harmed
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The move comes after warnings there are up to three times more graduates than vacancies in some areas of the health service.
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The wellness drinks industry is booming - but the big benefits they promise might be too good to be true.
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BBC Weather presenter Alexandra Humphreys explains the benefits of getting some rays.
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Looking at hearing protection - from noise-cancelling headphones to ear plugs
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It's hard to tone your lower back muscles, but this handy exercise can help.
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It's hard to tone your lower back muscles, but this handy exercise can help.
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Two mums who struggled to breastfed their babies say a peer support group helped them.
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Tom Parker was treated in one of 70 harbour health clinics after breaking his fibula fishing at sea.
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Trials of a daily obesity pill showed patients lost about 12% of their body weight over 72 weeks.
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US to Pull $500m from mRNA Vaccine Research Citing More Risk Than Benefit"
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Hoarding is often misunderstood - and it can be a symptom of deep trauma. One woman shares how hoarding impacted her life - and her road to recovery.
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Nicotine products designed to appeal to children are being openly sold in shops in Scotland.
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Twelve times more mental health patients are waiting more than 18 months for treatment than those with physical health conditions in England, data analysis shows.
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The government plans to crack down on dodgy cosmetic practitioners in England who exploit people and cause harm.
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The US is withdrawing $500m for vaccines for diseases like flu and Covid. Health correspondent James Gallagher asks if it's the right call.
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The US is withdrawing $500m for vaccines for diseases like flu and Covid. Health correspondent James Gallagher asks if it's the right call.
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A mental wellbeing and suicide prevention support group for men, gave Tom his life back
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BMA says there is window of opportunity in coming weeks to reach a settlement after 12 strikes.
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Since taking office, the vaccine sceptic has made a number of changes to how vaccines are regulated.
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Bosses at the Great Western Hospital in Swindon have described the behaviour as "unacceptable".
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We try to figure out why drug deaths are at an all-time high - and what can be done.
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We try to figure out why drug deaths are at an all-time high - and what can be done.
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A new surgery says its repeated offers to treat NHS patients have been turned down by officials.
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Charlotte says she feared the worst when her baby was taken into intensive care at St Mary's Hospital.
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