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Bowel cancer prediction test for IBD patients 90% accurate 30 Jan 2025 Scientists hope it could become a blood test to help spot those most at risk. Read more

Scientists trial patch to mend failing hearts 29 Jan 2025 The technology could give patients with advanced heart failure new hope, based on early trial results. Read more

'Life-changing' tablet for dust mite allergies 30 Jan 2025 The National Institute for Healthcare and Care Excellence backs a tablet for dust mite allergies. Read more

Staff seen dragging children in hospital - report 30 Jan 2025 CCTV footage revealed the abuse of patients at the Coventry hospital, a watchdog says. Read more

Keep assisted dying laws simple, says Whitty 28 Jan 2025 England's chief medical officer warns of "bureaucratic thicket" if safeguards made too complicated. Read more

Cardiff uni job cuts 'threaten supply of nurses' 29 Jan 2025 Some lecturers at Cardiff University have begun getting letters advising them their post is at risk. Read more

GPs asked to identify potential gambling addicts 28 Jan 2025 The health watchdog says gambling should be given the same weight as alcohol and nicotine addiction. Read more

Hair loss drug finasteride 'biggest mistake of my life' 24 Jan 2025 Some online sites prescribe a potentially risky hair loss drug without consistent safety checks, BBC finds. Read more

Treat eating disorders as an emergency, MPs urge 22 Jan 2025 The alarming rise in disorders such as anorexia and bulimia is now an emergency, a cross-party group says. Read more

Ointment appeal for disabled teen on 'last tube' 22 Jan 2025 George Rabbett-Smith's mum criticises online sellers for inflating the discontinued product's price. Read more

'No dignity in this', say staff on stretched A&E 16 Jan 2025 While the number of patients with flu are declining, a cold snap has again placed nurses under extreme stress. Read more

'Pregnancy is a risk I'm willing to take': Why some women are ditching the pill 18 Jan 2025 Some women are opting for fertility tracking apps to avoid mood swings and weight gain on "hormonal" contraception. Read more

Rise of vaccine distrust - why more of us are questioning jabs 16 Jan 2025 Confidence in all types of vaccination has taken a hit. The question is why, and what can be done about it? Read more

Weight-loss drugs may boost health in many ways 20 Jan 2025 New weight-loss drugs have broad health benefits but also come with risks, researchers warn. Read more

Obesity label is medically flawed, says global report 15 Jan 2025 There is a risk too many people are being diagnosed as obese, with weight-loss drugs in high demand. Read more

Child mental health crisis: Better resilience is the solution, say experts 07 Jan 2025 The surge in mental health referrals among young people has prompted debate among experts about the cause - and the most effective solution Read more

Puberty blockers: Can a drug trial solve one of medicine's most controversial debates? 09 Dec 2024 The government has pledged to determine the evidence - and establish whether the benefits outweigh any potential harms of prescribing puberty blockers to children questioning their gender Read more

How do weight loss drugs like Mounjaro and Wegovy work? 05 Dec 2024 NHS experts report unprecedented demand for the new generation of obesity treatments. Read more

Large UK-wide pandemic preparedness tests planned this year 16 Jan 2025 The stress test will involve thousands of people to help the UK prepare for potential future threats. Read more

Families failed by Covid jabs tell inquiry of pain 15 Jan 2025 They said there was no support after the death and harm suffered by their loved ones. Read more

NHS hours from PPE running out in Covid - Hancock 21 Nov 2024 Former health secretary tells inquiry some healthcare settings did run out - "and it was awful". Read more

Covid inquiry told Treasury blocked NHS bed request 11 Nov 2024 NHS England chief executive Amanda Pritchard says the decision, in July 2020, was very disappointing. Read more

Covid inquiry told top NHS doctor was terrified 07 Nov 2024 Sir Stephen Powis says points-based tool was drawn up should need to prioritise patients have arisen. Read more

How close were hospitals to collapse in Covid? 28 Oct 2024 The Covid inquiry restarts its live hearings this week, after senior staff in the NHS revealed just how close some hospitals were to collapse Read more

Covid inquiry told of trust do-not-resuscitate rule 10 Oct 2024 Patients' families were “horrified but not surprised” when told the blanket policy had been in place. Read more

We were not treated as parents, Covid inquiry told 07 Oct 2024 Mum of premature twins says rigid restrictions on birthing wards during Covid were traumatic. Read more

Covid ambulance crews faced 'crucial PPE delays' 01 Oct 2024 Crews say they faced crucial delays trying to save dying patients because of the time it took to put on equipment. Read more

Covid was like a daily terror attack, doctor tells inquiry 26 Sep 2024 Covid inquiry hears harrowing testimony from ex-adviser in emergency preparedness at NHS England. Read more

Covid inquiry rejects clinicians’ anonymity plea 26 Sep 2024 The UK Health Security Agency argued naming the junior officials could put them at risk of abuse. Read more

Warning tax rises could force care homes to close 31 Oct 2024 Social care providers say the sector is in "unprecedented danger" without more funding. Read more

High-grade masks evidence weak, Covid inquiry told 19 Sep 2024 UKHSA's Prof Susan Hopkins said respirator masks may have worked no better than thin surgical masks. Read more

Nurses bore the brunt of Covid, ex-chief nurse says 17 Sep 2024 Dame Ruth May tells the Covid inquiry nurses struggled with low staffing levels and difficulties accessing protective equipment. Read more

‘I grieve for the person I was before' - Covid inquiry to begin new phase 09 Sep 2024 The Covid inquiry opens its next set of hearings on Monday, looking at the impact on healthcare and the NHS. Read more

Corruption review finds 'red flags' in more than 130 Covid contracts 09 Sep 2024 An anti-corruption charity finds significant concerns in £15.3bn worth of contracts awarded during the pandemic. Read more

How the UK planned for the wrong pandemic 18 Jul 2024 Over-confidence, wasted opportunities and muddled-thinking left UK sleep-walking into Covid. Read more

How does the Covid inquiry work? 16 Jan 2025 The inquiry has heard from politicians, civil servants, public health experts and bereaved families. Read more

Covid inquiry: The UK pandemic in numbers 05 Jul 2023 Explore the data on how the coronavirus pandemic unfolded in the UK. Read more

Assisted dying bill: What is in proposed law? 29 Nov 2024 The proposed law would allow some terminally ill adults to end their own lives. But there are requirements. Read more

How are the vaping rules changing? 05 Nov 2024 Marketing rules will be stricter, nicotine vapes will be taxed and disposable vapes will be banned. Read more

Is the system letting down people who were harmed by Covid vaccines? 23 Oct 2024 People affected by rare blood clots say they feel they have been airbrushed out of the pandemic. Read more

How will weight-loss drugs change our relationship with food? 19 Oct 2024 The rise of these treatments has major implications for how we think about obesity, says James Gallagher. Read more

NHS needs better plan around weight loss jabs, warn experts 16 Oct 2024 Experts call for an urgent review of obesity treatment services amid booming demand for weight loss jabs. Read more

How many of us will end up being diagnosed with ADHD? 15 Sep 2024 Experts suggest that the number of people with ADHD is actually going to remain steady. Read more

The junior doctors' strikes may be over. But is trouble ahead? 02 Aug 2024 The end of the pay dispute sounded too good to be true. And now some are wondering if it might be. Read more

Why we might never know the truth about ultra-processed foods 27 Jul 2024 Experts can’t agree how exactly they affect us and it’s not clear that science will give us an answer. Read more

Are weight-loss injections the answer to obesity? 19 Mar 2023 The appeal is clear - but should we be turning to appetite-suppressing injections? Read more

What is assisted dying and how could the law change? 28 Jan 2025 MPs backed a proposal to let terminally ill people in England and Wales choose to end their life. Read more

Chris Hoy says men should talk about health issues more 13 Dec 2024 Six-time Olympic cycling champion Chris Hoy calls for more openness on health matters Read more

Paris: Grassroots to Glory 08 Jul 2024 The Rugby 7s player has struggled with body image in the past, but says sport has helped Read more

Paris: Grassroots to Glory 18 Jul 2024 The Paralympic Rowing Cox will compete a year after getting the all clear from cancer. Read more

How Dame Deborah James helped save a mum's life 24 Jun 2024 A mother-of-three shared her story with Dame Deborah's mother Heather on BBC Breakfast. Read more

Can health secretary name NHS trusts performing well? 11 Apr 2024 Victoria Atkins is challenged to name some health trusts meeting their targets to cut waiting lists. Read more

'I embrace my alopecia, but I’d love my old hair back’ 03 Mar 2024 People living with alopecia could have access to treatment on the NHS in Scotland for the first time. Read more

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