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Updated 2025-12-01 18:00
First-year resident doctors back strike action over jobs shortage
British Medical Association say 30,000 medics were chasing 10,000 jobs this year.
Alarming number of people now vape, says WHO
More than 100 million people, including at least 15 million children, use e-cigarettes, fuelling a new wave of nicotine addiction, say experts.
Chris and Xand from What's Up Docs? explain how they make time for nature
Chris explains how he makes time for nature, even when living in a big city.
Scientists win Nobel Prize for discovering why immune system does not destroy the body
The prize-winning discovery explains how the immune system attacks hostile infections, but not the body's own cells.
Former England captain Moody reveals MND diagnosis
Former England captain Lewis Moody says in an exclusive BBC interview he has "a reluctance to look the future in the face".
EastEnders' Kellie Bright on the challenges of being parent of an autistic child
The soap actor meets families fighting for their children's education for BBC Panorama.
What exactly is freshers' flu - and why do so many get it?
It's not the actual flu, and it's rarely serious, but when thousands of students arrive on campus they bring a cocktail of viruses.
Green leader Zack Polanski backs legalisation of all drugs
Zack Polanski speaks to BBC South East on the party's new approach ahead of the party's conference.
Top NHS boss backed surgeon whose failures contributed to deaths
Seven people died following multiple failures by Karen Booth who continues to work for the NHS.
Is it a cold, flu or Covid – and how to avoid the worst
BBC Morning Live's Dr Oscar Duke shares his advice on how to identify whether you have cold, flu or Covid and how to look after yourself.
Heart surgeon's failures contributed to multiple deaths
Karen Booth carried out operations she wasn't skilled enough to perform, an investigation found.
'I have Tourette's - just treat us the same as everyone else'
John Davidson tells us what it is like to have his life and journey with Tourette's syndrome made into a film.
Mum's anti-chemo views influenced daughter's death
Paloma Shemirani died after refusing chemotherapy despite a diagnosis of non-Hodgkin lymphoma.
Pharmacies can issue UTI drugs without GP visit
From October, most pharmacies in Wales can treat women under 64 who have urinary tract infections.
Inquiry into why man was given cancer treatment for 16 years
Jonathan Jones says he was given chemotherapy tablets for 16 years, contrary to NHS guidelines.
First local endometriosis support centre to open
The charity-run centre in Hull will help women with the condition that can cause extreme pain.
Every GP practice now has to offer online booking
Move comes despite opposition from union, with ministers saying NHS needs to embrace digital tech.
New guidance on doctors' sexual misconduct cases
It follows criticism that the body which determines whether doctors are fit to practise in the UK was being too lenient.
Australia sunscreen scandal grows as more products pulled off shelves
The scandal has prompted a massive backlash in the world's biggest skin cancer hotspot.
'Buy one, get one free' deals for unhealthy food banned
Crisps, sweets, chocolate and fizzy drinks will be covered by restrictions starting in England.
I went undercover as a cleaner at a failing care home. Here's what I witnessed
Catriona MacPhee worked in a Highland care home for seven weeks as part of BBC Disclosure investigation.
Surgeon offered womb removals in 'minutes' without proper examination, women say
Only "good fortune" prevented ex-gynaecologist Daniel Hay from causing more harm to women, a report says.
Experiencing peace among the flowers
Audrey forgets her indoor troubles when she's outside in her garden.
Gardening to feel like yourself again
Ramona finds relief from needing to mask her autism when she's in her garden.
Scientists make embryos from human skin DNA for first time
US scientists testing the technique say it could help people overcome infertility and potentially allow same-sex couples to have a genetically related child.
Covid cases rising with new variants Nimbus and Stratus
Unwell with a bad throat and temperature? You may have one of the new Covid strains circulating this autumn.
New inquests open into jailed surgeon's patients
The coroner opens the inquests into the deaths of Pauline Brown and Jennifer Fox.
New inquests open into jailed surgeon's patients
The coroner opens the inquests into the deaths of Pauline Brown and Jennifer Fox.
'My baby's brain tumour symptoms were dismissed as colic'
A mum whose 12-week-old baby underwent emergency surgery for a brain tumour calls for better awareness.
Streeting rules out VAT on private healthcare
The health secretary says "it's not happening", as ministers face questions about the prospect of tax rises.
New online NHS hospital service by 2027, PM to promise
Patients will get the option of digital support when GPs refer them but only for certain conditions.
'Severe period pain – it's not normal'
Reah Steer was prescribed the contraceptive pill, which only disguised her endometriosis.
British veterans with hearing loss start legal battle over 'faulty' earplugs
Lawyers say the earplugs were used in operations, including in Afghanistan, from 2003 onwards.
Why I'm challenging Nike, Adidas and Puma over single shoes
Former Para-athletic world champion Stef Reid says footwear companies are failing amputees.
Secret filming exposes dangerous trade in illegal Botox
An undercover BBC team catch a fake doctor, a pharmacist and a nurse supplying Botox illegally without checks.
How to have a social life - even when it feels hard
Advice on staying connected with friends when life feels like a never-ending to-do list.
How to have a social life - even when it feels hard
Advice on staying connected with friends when life feels like a never-ending to-do list.
Doctors' union warning over online booking safety risk
GPs are concerned they will be at the end of an "online triage tsunami" when the new system launches.
How weight-loss injections are turning obesity into a wealth issue
With claims of a 'two-tier system', could it be that these drugs are exacerbating health inequalities?
Can England's rugby heroes inspire more girls to stay in sport?
Sports groups hope England Women's Rugby World Cup success can boost girls playing sport.
Dad's frustration over stillbirth report delay
Bereaved Thomas and Ewa Hender are querying why a report completed 18 months ago is only now available.
Dad's frustration over stillbirth report delay
Bereaved Thomas and Ewa Hender are querying why a report completed 18 months ago is only now available.
Staff photographed sleeping at 'unsafe' eating disorder unit
Patients at Schoen Clinic York say they witnessed staff sleeping on a number of occasions.
Florence Welch says she had life-saving surgery after ectopic pregnancy
The singer says she had emergency surgery shortly after performing at a festival in August 2023.
Collagen: Do you drink it? Inject it? Rub it on your skin? And does it work?
Pills, powders and creams promise to top up natural supplies which decrease as we get older.
'My labour went on for 85 hours - now I know why'
Lana Boocock said her symptoms were dismissed as irritable bowel syndrome or "part of being a woman".
Start your week with these positive words of encouragement
Asian Network's Trishala Lakhani explores the power of mind over matter.
Life-saving stem cell centre welcomes first donors
The Anthony Nolan Cell Collection Centre is the first in the UK dedicated to transplants.
Samaritans facing volunteer exodus over proposed branch closures
Opponents fear plans to close more than100 branches could put the charity's ability to answer calls in doubt.
The power of neuroplasticity - when the brain heals itself
A terrible accident left construction worker Phineas Gage with serious brain damage. Amazingly, he recovered - forever changing our understanding of the human brain.
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