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Herpes deaths: Caesareans unlikely source of herpes, inquest told
Kim Sampson and Samantha Mulcahy died after giving birth in two East Kent NHS Trust hospitals.
Sudanese NHS doctor 'betrayed' after being refused entry onto evacuation flight to UK
Dr Abdulrahman Babiker cannot get back to work at his hospital as the UK refused to fly him back.
'I was told my heart might fail within a year'
BBC journalist Chris Slegg explains the impact of learning he might need a heart transplant aged 43.
Players told to 'sit it out' under new concussion guidance
New guidance for grassroots sport says concussed players will be advised not to work or drive a car.
Hidden high blood pressure in young people revealed
Some 170,000 16 to 24-year-olds in England may have the undiagnosed condition which can affect the heart.
Whorlton Hall verdicts: Can further scandals be prevented?
Despite promises to make things better for vulnerable adults, the pace of change is slow - writes Alison Holt.
Nurses' strike in England to be cut short after court ruling
The government took the nurses' union to court in a bitter dispute over whether the strike was lawful.
Whorlton Hall: Four guilty of ill-treating hospital patients
Staff at Whorlton Hall were prosecuted after their behaviour was exposed in a BBC Panorama film.
Annabel Wright death: Acne drug safety moves are 'lip service', says mum
The family of Annabel Wright, 15, from Ripon, believes Roaccutane was responsible for her death.
Herpes deaths: Caesareans likely source of herpes, inquest told
Kim Sampson and Samantha Mulcahy died after giving birth in two East Kent NHS Trust hospitals.
Gambling white paper: Young gamblers could face £2 slot machine limit
The government has unveiled the biggest shake-up of gambling laws in nearly two decades.
No complaints made about Steve Barclay, says health department
Reports say health department officials "raised concern" about the health secretary's conduct.
'My daughter's long Covid is not nonsense'
People affected share their experiences as a report calls for "urgent action" to tackle stigma.
Skin cancer: Health warning as non-melanoma cases rise
Figures show non-melanoma skin cancers increased by 7% between 2016 and 2019.
Midwives in England accept NHS pay offer
The offer covers two years, including an additional one-off payment for 2022/23 and a 5% pay rise.
Priory Group whistleblowers 'concerned for patient safety'
Two ex-managers at the mental health care firm claim they felt pressure to cut costs and fill beds.
Livvy Haydock: 'Disabled gangsters supported me with my MS diagnosis'
Investigative journalist Livvy Haydock on dealing with gangsters alongside an MS diagnosis.
Lucy Letby trial: Accused nurse wanted to attend baby's funeral
Lucy Letby was asked by police about a condolence card she sent to the baby's family, a court hears.
NHS dentistry crisis: Crowdfunding my new teeth has changed my life
Danielle Watts had gum disease and pulled 13 of her own teeth because there were no NHS dentists.
Superbug study to invite 2,000 stool samples
Scientists want to find out more about levels of antibiotic-resistant bacteria in healthy people.
Alternative to epidural recommended for women in labour
Draft guidelines for the NHS say women giving birth can ask for a morphine-like painkiller instead of a spinal block.
Lung cancer: Liquid biopsies could speed up treatment
Liquid biopsies could replace the need for invasive procedures under general anaesthetic.
Stem cell donor needed for St Austell girl, 4, with leukaemia
Poppy, from Cornwall, has a rare form of leukaemia and is undergoing treatment in Bristol.
'Care homes are being deprived of dental services'
A care home manager says it is an "impossibility" to get NHS dentists to visit her residents.
Ministers in legal move to cut nurse strike short
Health secretary asks judges to rule whether union has mandate for the last day of its next walkout.
Teenagers at risk after drop in vaccine take-up
The number of youngsters having jabs since the pandemic has fallen, UK health officials say.
Barry: 'A stranger I met at the beach gave me her kidney'
Lucy Humphrey's dog, Indie, "chose" the woman who was able to give her the transplant she needed.
The London Marathon runners who are proud to be slower
Course records were smashed in some London Marathon elite races but how did slower runners get on?
Greater Manchester firefighters to take part in cancer monitoring project
The results will be used to detect cancers and other diseases at the early stages.
Activity snacking may help with type 1 diabetes - study
A small trial suggests regular walking breaks, alongside insulin treatment, may lower blood sugar levels.
Covid: No evidence shielding helped - Swansea uni study
Researchers find there was a higher Covid rate among those shielding in Wales than in other people.
Barclay treating nurses as criminals over strike challenge - union boss
Pat Cullen calls the health secretary's legal action over the Royal College of Nursing strike "cruel".
Woman's bowel cancer spotted by artificial intelligence
The AI flags up tissue of concern to the medic carrying out the colonoscopy, missed by the human eye.
Millions wait more than a fortnight to see a GP in England
The government has said it expects all patients needing a GP appointment to be seen within two weeks.
The tech entrepreneur betting he can get younger
Millions of dollars are being poured into research to find ways of making lives longer and healthier.
Herpes deaths: NHS trust lied about virus links, inquest hears
Kimberley Sampson and Samantha Mulcahy both died from herpes infections after Caesarean births.
Lucy Letby trial: Nurse told police spike in deaths was a shock, court told
Lucy Letby said a spike in baby collapses was upsetting, but she did not question it, a jury hears.
PMDD: Severe period symptoms leading some women to hysterectomies
Women as young as 30 are undergoing extreme treatments for Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder.
Kettering hospital ward accused of failing children rated inadequate
The watchdog's findings at Kettering General Hospital come after dozens of families' concerns.
Junior doctors' strike: Medical chiefs call on third party to broker talks
Academy of Medical Royal Colleges raises concerns over future impact on patients and NHS in England.
KitKat maker Nestle urged to cut unhealthy food sales
An activist shareholder group is calling on the food company to 'play its part' in global health.
Elton John lauds 'American genius' in fight against Aids
The singer testified to US lawmakers to advocate for Pepfar, a US programme that fights global Aids.
Psychologist's death due to AstraZeneca Covid vaccine reaction - inquest
The coroner at Stephen Wright's inquest described it as a "very unusual and deeply tragic case".
Cause of grey hair may be 'stuck' cells, say scientists
As people age, pigment-making cells lose their ability to mature and maintain hair colour, research suggests.
More ambulance workers to strike after early May bank holiday
Unite union announces industrial action across the south of England and West Midlands.
How Ramadan fasting and fitness can run together
How some Muslims maintain the same commitment towards exercise and fasting during Ramadan.
End racial disparities in maternal deaths - MPs
Report says racism played a role in the higher death rates of black and Asian women giving birth.
Junior doctor strike led to 196,000 cancellations
The walkout was most disruptive NHS strike yet - with bosses warning future action will risk care.
Lucy Letby trial: Nurse's notes read 'I killed them', jury told
A note found at Lucy Letby's home stated "maybe this is all down to me", her murder trial is told.
NHS Scotland calls 13,000 women for smear tests after error
A review of cervical screening cases has found thousands were wrongly removed from the system.
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