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Could this spider's silk help repair nerves?
Scientists are developing nerve repairing surgical devices from the silk of spiders.
Using AI for medical advice 'dangerous', study finds
Oxford researchers find that using AI to make medical decisions presents a risk to patients.
Deaf patients condemn lack of NHS interpreters
Members of Hull's deaf community say they are "misunderstood" and face regular delays to treatment.
Why are fewer people donating their organs?
The number waiting for an organ is at a record high as loved ones increasingly block donations.
'Weight-loss jab helped me find my cancer'
Rebecca Combellack says she found out she had breast cancer after losing weight and finding a lump.
I was full of shame at being sacked after having endometriosis surgery
Sanju Pal wins an employment appeal tribunal that could affect how employers can treat staff with endometriosis.
I was full of shame at being sacked after having endometriosis surgery
Sanju Pal wins an employment appeal tribunal that could affect how employers can treat staff with endometriosis.
I inhaled traffic fumes to find out where air pollution goes in my body
BBC health correspondent James Gallagher gets his blood analysed to understand how air pollution is killing us.
Intrusive thoughts? John has a room for that
John tells Elis and Dave about his mind's "resentment room".
Court upholds return of surgeon who harassed staff
James Gilbert, who was based in Oxford, was previously suspended for sexual harassment.
Court upholds return of surgeon who harassed staff
James Gilbert, who was based in Oxford, was previously suspended for sexual harassment.
More baby formula products recalled over toxin fears
Danone has recalled 15 more batches of Aptamil and Cow&Gate first infant milk because a toxin called cereulide may be present.
Olive oil and bone broth: Do viral gut health foods actually work?
Many trending foods contain a "small seed of truth" but are often oversold as miracle products.
Dad who nearly lost tongue to cancer urges men's virus awareness
A father-of-two reveals how a tumour in his tongue was caused by human papillomavirus (HPV).
Increase school funding to meet need for special education, MPs urge
A cross-party group calls on the government to "align funding to need", as ministers consider SEND reforms.
Statin pills much safer than advertised, major review finds
The results, in The Lancet journal, come from trials involving more than 120,000 people comparing statins with a dummy drug or placebo.
Alton Towers to remove disability pass for people with ADHD and anxiety
Operator Merlin Entertainments said the pass was no longer working as intended because of increasing demand.
Health warning over Cape Verde travel after stomach bug deaths
Four Britons have died after contracting gut infections on the archapeligo since last year.
36 UK infants ill after drinking contaminated baby formula
It comes after some batches made by Nestle and Danone were recalled after being contaminated with a toxin.
36 UK infants ill after drinking contaminated baby formula
It comes after some batches made by Nestle and Danone were recalled after being contaminated with a toxin.
Dad starts wargaming club for men's mental health
Joe founded Dad's War Room to support men struggling with mental health through tabletop gaming.
'Our daughter's cancer symptoms were dismissed because she was a child'
Isla Sneddon died in March 2025 aged 17, just six months after she was diagnosed with cancer.
'Our daughter's cancer symptoms were dismissed because she was a child'
Isla Sneddon died in March 2025 aged 17, just six months after she was diagnosed with cancer.
Period blood test could offer less invasive alternative to cervical screening
Looking for signs of the cancer in a more convenient way could help women access the test and prevent the disease occurring, researchers say.
Three quarters will survive cancer by 2035, government promises
There are plans for earlier diagnosis and faster treatment in England but experts worry about lack of staff.
No-one knows what to expect when you're dying, but hospices are helping me
Hospices caring for people at the end of their lives are at risk because funding is "unsustainable".
Alleged bullying, harassment and toxic culture at hospital revealed in leaked report
A leaked review uncovers "bullying and harassment" and "violent behaviour" at Wales' largest hospital.
Government pledges 10,000 new foster care places in England
Rule changes aim to create thousands of new foster places and help full-time workers.
Seven million cancers a year are preventable, says report
Scientists say there is a powerful opportunity to save lives because nearly 40% of cancers are preventable.
'You look like a man': How Shell Rowe discovered she had cancer
The TikToker tells You, Me and the Big C podcast about her cancer journey.
Inside Health
How is EBV triggering autoimmune disease?
Mental health chat encouraged at coffee mornings
Three coffee mornings are being held in Wolverhampton as part of a national mental health event.
Hospital to be UK's largest robotic surgery centre
The Denise Coates Foundation has donated 12m towards robotic surgery capabilities at the hospital.
Like a screwdriver in my face - Life with 'the world's most painful known medical condition'
Trigeminal neuralgia is a rare condition where something as simple as a gust of wind can cause excruciating pain.
Families of children with cancer to have travel costs covered
The government sets aside 10 million a year to help families and young people under 24 access cancer treatment.
UK launches plan to tackle 'forever chemicals' amid growing concerns
Increasing testing for PFAS is part of the UK's first ever national plan for tackling the substances.
Resident doctors vote in favour of more strike action
Members of the British Medical Association have backed more walkouts in the dispute over pay and jobs in England.
Autism and ADHD assessments are a 'postcode lottery'
A Scottish Parliament committee is calling for urgent action to improve assessments for autism and ADHD.
The 'fantastic' baby bundles not every mum will get
Baby boxes are being delivered to expectant families in some of Wales' most deprived areas.
Couple to re-start trek around Britain's coastline
After having to halt their first attempt due to an injury, the couple are ready to set off again.
What does 'quiet resilience' look like?
Kimberley Wilson talks to psychologist and therapist Dr Sula Windgassen on how to build "quiet" or "flexible" resilience.
What does 'quiet resilience' look like?
Kimberley Wilson talks to psychologist and therapist Dr Sula Windgassen on how to build "quiet" or "flexible" resilience.
Hospital disruption continues after fire
Southampton General Hospital limits A&E admissions and cancels operations following blaze.
'I get nightmares': Child tells BBC of botched surgery by disgraced GOSH surgeon
12-year-old Vivaan Sharma was one of 94 patients harmed by surgeon Yaser Jabbar
Trust's maternity care 'exemplary', say inspectors
Maternity services at Lancaster Royal Infirmary are rated "good", but improvements must be made in A&E.
Ipswich Town stars inspire pupils to be healthier
Two Tractor Boys join a project that is tackling oral health and healthy diets among children.
Could weight-loss jabs be behind rising gallbladder removals?
Last year, there was a 15% annual increase in the operations and surgeons want more research.
'Damning' evidence of political pressure to open scandal-hit hospital - Sarwar
The Scottish Labour leader says documents prove ministers pushed for the country's largest hospital to open early.
Weight loss jab users warned over rare but serious pancreas issue
Symptoms to look out for include severe pain in the stomach and back which does not go away.
Weight loss jab users warned over rare but serious pancreas issue
Symptoms to look out for include severe pain in the stomach and back which does not go away.
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