Nurses' strike: 28-hour strike over pay under way

It will be the largest industrial action by nurses so far and risks patients' safety, NHS bosses say.

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Nurses' strike: Nurse union relaxes strike rules for critical services

The NHS says 'positive discussions' with the RCN mean nurses will cover some departments.

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Stranded Sudanese NHS doctor given seat on evacuation flight

The doctor is "delighted" to be leaving after earlier not being allowed to board an evacuation flight.

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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.

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'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.

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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.

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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.

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No complaints made about Steve Barclay, says health department

Reports say health department officials "raised concern" about the health secretary's conduct.

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Court orders nurse strike in England to be cut short

The Royal College of Nursing's planned 48-hour walkout must now end on Monday instead of Tuesday.

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Skin cancer: Health warning as non-melanoma cases rise

Public Health Wales figures show non-melanoma skin cancers increased by 7% between 2016 and 2019.

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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.

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Livvy Haydock: 'Disabled gangsters supported me with my MS diagnosis'

Investigative journalist Livvy Haydock on dealing with gangsters alongside an MS diagnosis.

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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.

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Superbug study to invite 2,000 stool samples

Scientists want to find out more about levels of antibiotic-resistant bacteria in healthy people.

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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.

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Lung cancer: Liquid biopsies could speed up treatment

Liquid biopsies could replace the need for invasive procedures under general anaesthetic.

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'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.

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NHS dentistry crisis: Crowdfunding my new teeth has changed my life

A Suffolk woman who could not find an NHS dentist has had to crowdfund her new dentures.

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Ministers start 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.

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Teenagers at risk after drop in vaccine take-up

The number of youngsters having jabs since the pandemic has fallen, UK health officials say.

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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?

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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.

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Activity snacking may help with type 1 diabetes - study

A small trial suggests regular walking breaks, alongside insulin treatment, may lower blood sugar levels.

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Court may need to decide if nurses' strike is legal

Nurses' union challenged over whether the planned walkout in England would break strike rules.

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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.

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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.

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PMDD: Severe period symptoms leading some women to hysterectomies

Women as young as 30 are undergoing extreme treatments for Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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How Ramadan fasting and fitness can run together

How some Muslims maintain the same commitment towards exercise and fasting during Ramadan.

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Doctor'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".

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More ambulance workers to strike after early May bank holiday

Unite union announces industrial action across the south of England and West Midlands.

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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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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.

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Junior doctor strike led to 196,000 cancellations

The walkout was most disruptive NHS strike yet - with bosses warning future action will risk care.

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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.

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Laura Kuenssberg: Can we avoid a summer of strikes?

Many public servants are in no mood to back down and it's not clear how ministers intend to deal with it.

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How artificial intelligence is matching drugs to patients

Health-tech firms around the world are increasingly using AI to help tailor drugs for patients.

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Million-year-old viruses help fight cancer, say scientists

A discovery gives experts new ideas for developing vaccines to treat or even prevent cancer.

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NHS Unison members accept pay deal offer in England

Ambulance crews, some nurses and hospital porters are among the Unison members who have said yes to the pay offer.

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Spinal injuries: Paralysed motorcyclist learns to walk again

After being paralysed in a motorbike accident, Harold, 79, was determined to defy medical opinion.

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Maternity care a 'postcode lottery' in London

Lessons need to be learned from the delivery of maternal health services in the pandemic, report finds.

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Florida moves to ban abortion after six weeks

The bill passed by the state's legislature must still be signed by Governor Ron DeSantis to become law.

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Thousands receive diagnosis after 60 new diseases found

Study analysed the DNA of families with unexplained, severe development disorders.

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NHS Tracker: Find out about hospital waiting times in your area this winter

Flu, staff shortages and Covid backlogs are putting the NHS under severe strain, find out what's happening in your area.

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Covid: Staff propped up care homes without extra pay, says report

Most care homes struggled but some paid more to shareholders, says the Warwick University-led study.

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Ghana first to approve 'world-changer' malaria vaccine

The vaccine - R21 - was up to 80% effective in early-stage clinical trials.

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Juul Labs agrees $462m deal to settle claims

Juul Labs agrees a deal to settle claims that it targeted teenagers with its products.

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Why no breakthrough in the junior doctors' strike?

Could the conciliation service Acas make any difference to the current impasse?

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Union 'misled' over Weston General Hospital junior doctor shortage

The British Medical Association says doctors granted exemption from strike action were not needed.

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Study reveals cancer’s ‘infinite’ ability to evolve

Scientists say focus should be on cancer prevention, with 'universal cures' unlikely at present.

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Bowelbabe: Dame Deborah James, in her own words

'You can't leave things until tomorrow, because there might not be a tomorrow,' said the cancer campaigner.

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Ipswich and Colchester hospitals boss urges quick solution to doctors' row

Junior doctors are striking for four days in what has been called the "most disruptive" NHS walkout.

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Lisa Shaw death: Legal action 'only option' for husband

Gareth Eve says he has "no alternative" but to sue AstraZeneca over BBC presenter Lisa Shaw's death.

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Vaping: Free e-cigarettes to be handed out in anti-smoking drive

Pregnant women will also be paid to quit smoking under government plans to be set out on Tuesday.

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Junior doctors' strike: NHS braces for most disruptive walkout yet

A strike by thousands of junior doctors in England is set to be the most disruptive in NHS history.

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Junior doctors' strike: NHS chief calls for ACAS help with talks

Some 350,000 appointments and operations could potentially be cancelled this week, the NHS Confederation says.

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NHS patient 'stuck in hospital with months to live'

Charlotte Mills-Murray, 34, said decisions over her home care had been repeatedly delayed.

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Junior doctors' strike could hit up to 250,000 appointments, health bosses warn

Hospitals in England will be cancelling operations and other appointments, health bosses warn.

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Covid origins: Chinese scientists publish long-awaited data

A peer-reviewed study connects the virus with animals sold in the market linked with early cases.

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Covid jabs for under fives in at-risk groups

Jabs will start to be offered from mid-June, after government vaccine experts made recommendation.

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Love for Dame Deborah James breathtaking, says husband

The late campaigner's family vow to do all they can to prevent cancer deaths, as fund raises £11.3m.

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Patients at risk during doctor strike - NHS bosses

The British Medical Association is refusing to provide any exemptions for life and limb cover next week.

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Kathleen Poole: Deportation of grandmother with Alzheimer's paused

Kathleen Poole, a British 74-year-old care home resident, was facing deportation from Sweden.

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Judge says parents and children should receive infected blood payments

Thousands of families could receive compensation payments in scandal that killed more than 3,000 people.

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Grandmother with Alzheimer's faces deportation from Sweden

Bedridden Kathleen Poole faces a "disgraceful" attempt to deport her to the UK, her family say.

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Rare tick disease found in England

The risk to the public is very low, but people are urged to protect themselves from the tiny bugs.

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Deborah James: Bowelbabe charity fund raises £11.3m

Money from the Bowelbabe fund will go to research into the prevention and treatment of bowel cancer.

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London NHS trust criticised after warning to striking staff on visas

A post warned striking doctors with a sponsored visa they would be reported "to the Border Force".

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'Major moment in MS research' as new Octopus trial starts

Ailsa explains what it is like facing progressive MS and hopes the new Octopus trial can help her.

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Ramadan: How to look after your skin during holy month

TikTok's most famous dermatologist Dr Muneeb Shah is sharing his top tips for the holy month.

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England's new ambulance numbers not 800 promised, figures show

Eight of England's 11 ambulance trusts are ordering 655 replacement ambulances and 51 new ones.

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Social care reform funding halved for England, government confirms

Money allocated for training and technology is being reduced from £500 million to £250 million.

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Lucy Letby: Baby needed help to breathe after attack, trial hears

A baby boy needed breathing support minutes after he was attacked by nurse Lucy Letby, a court hears.

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Essex mental health inquiry: Staff could be compelled to give evidence

The government is minded to make the Essex investigation a statutory inquiry, the BBC understands.

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Women's health: Body part names taboo a risk to health

Embarrassment over talking about women's body parts may put people off seeking medical help.

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