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Updated 2025-06-08 17:00
East Kent: A decade of failure in maternity care
Why has an NHS Trust failed to improve maternity care after a near-decade of failure?
Neuralink: Elon Musk's brain chip firm wins US approval for human study
The billionaire's Neuralink implant company wants to help restore people's vision and mobility.
Primodos: Pregnancy test damages claims thrown out by judge
The High Court judge rules there is no new evidence linking the tests with harm to babies.
East Kent maternity deaths: New mum recalls horror of birth
Philippa Chapman was left in bloody sheets for three days at a unit that was nearly forced to close.
Indiana abortion doctor: Caitlin Bernard fined for speaking about 10-year-old
When Caitlin Bernard went public about treating a 10-year-old rape victim it became a huge story.
PPE: Supplier of millions of 'not fit for use' gowns received £47m dividends
Chemical Intelligence won £162m of government contracts to supply personal protective equipment.
'No pads at school, so my period leaked on exam chair'
Some pupils are struggling to access period products in schools, data shared with BBC News suggests.
Monkeypox: London sees rise in cases in last month
Those at risk urged to get vaccinated to protect themselves, as data reveals 10 new cases in London during May.
New superbug-killing antibiotic discovered using AI
The drug can target one of the three most dangerous bacterial superbugs, say researchers.
Government not taking 'appalling' alcohol harm seriously, MPs say
The public accounts committee calls for more support for alcohol treatment to save money and lives.
Five hospitals at risk of collapse to be rebuilt
The sites in England were all developed using a lightweight concrete with a limited lifespan.
Promoting vapes to kids is ridiculous, says Rishi Sunak
Rishi Sunak says he is looking at strengthening marketing rules for e-cigarettes.
Young mental health patients 'at risk' in child wards
A report warns that young people with mental health needs are "at risk" on children's wards in England.
Is the past year's spike in strike action here to stay?
BBC economics editor Faisal Islam asks whether a historic surge in industrial action is likely to persist.
Health boss says obesity 'bigger health impact than Covid' long term
Weight issues are a growing threat to public health and the economy, a county director says.
Plant-based diets good for the heart
The effect is about a third that of a taking daily cholesterol-lowering statin, research suggests.
Shop around on NHS app to shorten wait for treatment
IT upgrade will allow patients to exercise their right to choose where they are treated, ministers say.
Wirral mum in coma lands back in UK after £50k raised
Melissa Kinsella, 30, is now in hospital on Merseyside after being on life support in Turkey.
First UK death linked to 'zombie' drug xylazine
There have been warnings in the US about its flesh-eating properties and role in 7% of fatal overdoses.
Watch: Brain implants help paralysed man to walk again
A paralysed man has been able to walk simply by thinking about it, thanks to electronic brain implants
Lucy Letby trial: Nurse says 'dirty' ward was factor in baby deaths
Murder-accused nurse Lucy Letby says there was "raw sewage coming out of sinks" at the hospital.
Tavistock: Top doctor questions need for change at gender clinic
The senior doctor is recorded questioning why changes to the controversial Tavistock clinic are required.
People paying for operations up by third since Covid pandemic
Long waits for NHS treatment appear to be forcing people to pay out thousands of pounds for care.
Work pressures driving nurses and midwives away
Numbers on the register reach a record high but the regulator is worried about the amount leaving the profession.
Essex GP struck off over 'sexually motivated' examination
A doctor appears at tribunal over the appointments with four female patients in 2016.
Myles Bradbury victim: 'I won't let abuse by doctor affect my entire life'
A victim of a doctor jailed for abusing children speaks of his continuing battle nearly a decade on.
Vaping: High lead and nickel found in illegal vapes
Lab analysis finds vapes confiscated from teenagers at a school pose a potential risk to health.
Jennie Gow: BBC F1 broadcaster tells of stroke recovery
Jennie Gow, who had a stroke in December, says she is determined to come back "as strong as ever".
35,000 cases of sexual misconduct or violence in NHS in five years
Rape, assault or being touched without consent accounted for more than one in five cases.
Prime: Caffeine warnings should be clearer, says expert
A marketing expert said caffeine warnings on Prime Energy drinks aren't prominent enough.
Junior doctors in England to strike for three days in June
They will walk out between 07:00 on Wednesday 14 June and 07:00 on Saturday 17 June.
Labour vows to cut heart, cancer and suicide deaths
Sir Keir Starmer says tackling the three "biggest killers" is central to Labour's NHS mission.
Graeme Souness: Football legend to swim Channel for 'butterfly skin' girl
The footballer fought back tears as he described the bravery of Isla Grist, who has the rare condition.
BBC's Naga Munchetty reveals womb condition adenomyosis
The presenter shares her diagnosis of debilitating womb disorder adenomyosis with BBC Radio 5 Live listeners.
Junior doctors in Scotland offered 14.5% pay rise
The new Scottish government pay offer comes after BMA Scotland members voted for strike action.
Ireland to introduce alcohol label health warning
The labels, which come into force in 2026, will contain health warnings and a calorie count.
Labour's NHS plan will offer patients more choice, Wes Streeting says
Shadow health secretary says regional waiting lists could help people get hospital treatment quicker.
Bristol motorcycle event for men's mental health returns
The Bristol Distinguished Gentleman's Ride team are heading from Cheddar to Keynsham.
Ryan Reynolds: Actor's tribute to seven year old cancer victim
Aaron Wharton was diagnosed with a brain tumour when he was four years old and died in April.
Sadiq Khan: London mayor says he has PTSD after death threats
London's mayor said a number of events coming together had had a "cumulative" effect on his health.
Utrogestan: Menopause pill supply restricted over shortages
Other HRT treatments have faced similar limits but ministers say there is good stock of most products.
'Stillborn babies should have legal rights'
Laura Gallazzi lost her son Steven after a traumatic delivery at Dundee's Ninewells hospital.
Ukraine war: Taking steps to tackle the mental scars of conflict
The psychological effects of Russia's invasion are starting to show in Ukraine, at the front and at home.
Bipolar Disorder: 'I hit the fire alarm and evacuated an airport'
Model Rosie Viva was experiencing mania when she triggered the mass evacuation of Stansted Airport.
Use private sector more for NHS patients - Labour
The party says fewer people would be waiting if the government had maximised use of private clinics.
Offer gene test to stroke patients, NHS told
A DNA test can show who would benefit from a drug to prevent future brain-clot damage, new guidelines say.
Vaping: Tighter rules calls after doubling in children using vapes
A father from north Wales has set up a petition with 100,000 signatures calling for action.
Lucy Letby trial: Nurse accuses doctors of conspiracy against her
Lucy Letby accuses a "gang of four" of "apportioning blame" on to her "to cover up" hospital failings.
West NHS clinic to offer depression magnet therapy
Patients say the magnet depression treatment is less debilitating than other therapies.
Antibiotics: Mum told to crush up pills for strep A baby
A huge rise in demand for antibiotics for children saw shortages of the medicine.
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