People say coke and fries are helping their migraines - but there's a twist

Migraines are one of the most complex neurological disorders. What is the science behind the latest hack?

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Disposable vape ban begins but will teens quit?

Retailers will no longer be able to sell single-use vapes as new laws comes into force across the UK.

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The Evidence

Why is it so hard to understand the effects a warming world has on our health?

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The Inquiry

Why fungal diseases are becoming more dangerous to human health

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Why are disposable vapes being banned and how harmful is vaping?

It will be illegal to sell or supply disposable vapes from 1 June 2025.

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Breakthrough cancer drug doubles survival in trial

An international study found immunotherapy before surgery could give patients extra years of life.

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Disposable vapes ban unlikely to reduce appeal, says campaigner

They warn some reusable vapes have "identical" packaging to single-use ones and are sold at the same price.

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AntiSocial

What values should schools be teaching children?

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Kara Tointon has double mastectomy after gene test

The actress, 41, reveals she has had preventative surgery after learning she carries the BRCA gene.

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'I'm tackling my diabetes risk for my grandson'

NHS Sussex urges people to take action as Type 2 diabetes cases rise across the county.

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Cash to isolate 'would have cut Covid deaths'

Baroness Dido Harding tells Covid inquiry Rishi Sunak blocked higher support payments.

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How 'laughing gas' became a deadly - but legal - American addiction

Nitrous oxide overdoses have increased in the US, but the substance is still legal as a "culinary product".

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Hopes of motherhood crushed after IVF embryos destroyed in Israel's Gaza offensive

Couples in Gaza using IVF to help them conceive “left with nothing” after 4,000 embryos at an IVF clinic were destroyed.

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Thousands could unknowingly have alcohol brain damage

Drinking 35 units of alcohol a week for five years could put you at risk of alcohol-related brain damage.

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Abortion arrest: Recording reveals police concern

Police “not comfortable” operating in abortion criminalisation, says Met officer in case of Nicola Packer.

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'I feel forgotten after 100 weeks on urgent surgery list'

Tracey Meechan's pain from an ovarian cyst is so severe she cannot bend over - but still has no date for surgery.

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Streeting urges doctors to vote no in strike ballot

Resident doctors unhappy with 5.4% pay rise with union warning strikes in England could return.

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AntiSocial

Should schools be teaching children to toughen up?

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'I don't know what we'll do' - Vapers panic-buy ahead of disposables ban

Some disposable vape users say they are stockpiling, worried about what they will do after the ban.

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'My health condition makes me scared to get pregnant'

Pre-menstrual dysphoric disorder is treated by the contraceptive pill - putting some women in a dilemma.

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Doctors threaten strike action after 4% pay offer

The British Medical Association, which represents doctors, said the increase was "derisory".

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Patients from Nottingham killer's NHS trust carried out stabbings weeks before attack

Two men under the care of the same NHS trust as Valdo Calocane carried out stabbings weeks before the Nottingham attacks.

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Johnson wanted tighter Covid rules, inquiry hears

In his diaries, Lord Vallance wrote that ex-PM thought rules were not ruthless enough.

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Scientists propose novel way of treating mosquitoes for malaria

Normally the insects are targeted with insecticide, but US researchers say anti-malaria drugs absorbed through their legs can stop them spreading disease.

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MP considered bladder removal over chronic UTI

Stoke-on-Trent South MP Allison Gardner says at one point she considered having her bladder removed.

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Student suicide review says unis must act to stop more deaths

The government wants universities to check the safety of halls and reach out to families after a death.

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World-first gonorrhoea vaccine launched by NHS England as infections soar

The treatment will be offered to those most at risk from August after a record number of cases.

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Nicotine pouches helped me quit vaping – but now I'm addicted

Teenagers say it is easy to get hold of the products, which experts warn can be highly addictive.

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Infected blood victims call for faster compensation

Diana Johnson MP, who has campaigned with victims, tells BBC slow progress is "disappointing".

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The Lampard Inquiry: What has happened so far?

Eight months into England's first public inquiry into mental health deaths, what have we learnt?

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'We can't stay silent over endometriosis struggle'

Roya Rasouli, 27, promised herself on her hospital bed to share her story and is urging others to also.

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My AI therapist got me through dark times: The good and bad of chatbot counselling

With NHS mental health waitlists at record highs, are chatbots a possible solution?

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Nature Cure by Richard Mabey (Omnibus)

Britain's pioneering nature writer on the link between mental health and the natural world

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Nature Cure by Richard Mabey (Omnibus)

Britain's pioneering nature writer on the link between mental health and the natural world

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Nature Cure by Richard Mabey (Omnibus)

Britain's pioneering nature writer on the link between mental health and the natural world

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Inside the therapy room: BBC watches as three lives change

The BBC has been given access to talking therapy sessions. What it reveals is striking - how managing the mind can transform lives.

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Mone accuses Covid inquiry of 'cover-up'

She says husband Doug Barrowman and her are targets of a "politically motivated witch hunt".

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Labour's plan for benefits throws up a bigger dilemma

The debate has sparked a wider dilemma about the broader purpose of welfare

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Witness History

In the 1940s vulnerable hospital patients were fed sugar to see if their teeth decayed

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Witness History

In the 1940s vulnerable hospital patients were fed sugar to see if their teeth decayed

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Child obesity clinics seeing BMIs over 50

Many are from the most deprived areas, and a significant number are neurodivergent or have other health conditions, a study says.

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Hancock ignored call to test all NHS staff, Covid inquiry hears

Two Nobel prize-winning scientists worried about "asymptomatic transmission" between staff and patients.

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Charity boss slams 'reprehensible' health trusts

NHS trusts "try to stop" coroners issuing Prevention of Future Death reports, an inquiry hears.

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5 Live News Specials

That Time of the Month with Naga Munchetty, Dr Nighat Arif & Dr Christine Ekechi.

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Overhaul needed to prevent benefit claimants suffering harm, MPs say

MPs say new laws and "deep-rooted cultural change" are needed at the Department for Work and Pensions.

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Doctor accused of falsifying artificial mesh records

Tony Dixon was suspended after mesh surgery was found to have caused harm to hundreds of patients.

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Government has no clear plan for NHS England abolition, say MPs

Cross-party group of MPs say move is causing uncertainty at time when NHS is under huge pressure.

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'WeightWatchers set me up to fail' - Why diet industry is losing to jabs like Ozempic

As WeightWatchers files for bankruptcy, we examine the competition it faces from weight loss jabs.

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'Frustration is a huge part of my life with ADHD'

Henry has ADHD and struggles with everyday tasks and remembering appointments.

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Charity boss slams 'reprehensible' health trusts

NHS trusts "try to stop" coroners issuing Prevention of Future Death reports, an inquiry hears.

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From Kardashian popcorn to pancakes - is the protein health craze worth it?

A rising number of food products contain claims about being a source of protein or being rich in it.

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Child obesity clinics seeing BMIs over 50

Many are from the most deprived areas, and a significant number are neurodivergent or have other health conditions, a study says.

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Rugby club hosts mental health day for pupils

The BBC Radio Northampton Headfest event offers children the chance to learn, relax and get moving.

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Weight-loss drugs tested in head-to-head trial

Scientists test Mounjaro and Wegovy - the big beasts of weight loss medication - to see which is best.

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From Kardashian popcorn to pancakes - is the protein health craze worth it?

A rising number of food products contain claims about being a source of protein or being rich in it.

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My bowel had to be removed after years of constipation

Kathryn Nicklas said embarrassment as a teenager meant she had struggled to advocate for herself.

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What in the World

And are true crime shows bad for your brain?

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Inside Health

Drs Chris and Xand are on a mission to help us take better care of ourselves.

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Kyran Thrax's top tips for wellbeing

Kyran Thrax shares four top tips for living well.

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NHS plans 'unthinkable' cuts to balance books

Diabetes care, rehab centres, end-of-life services and talking therapies at risk in England.

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The healing power of music

Niall Breslin explains how his connection to music has always been a source of therapy for him.

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Big baby trial gives pregnant women more choice

Doctors say women should be confident it's safe to be induced from 38 weeks, if expecting a large baby.

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Teen unable to eat due to rare digestive condition

Finley receives weekly injections into his heart as his digestive system cannot tolerate lipids.

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What is the infected blood scandal?

Thousands were infected with HIV and hepatitis C in the worst treatment disaster in NHS history.

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'The NHS at its worst', ex-ombudsman tells inquiry

Sir Rob Behrens says it was a "disgrace" how mental health services failed two vulnerable men.

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Swinney pledges to tackle GP appointment 'lottery'

Scotland's first minister says the NHS will be at the heart of his government's plans for the coming year.

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Baby deaths trust claimed £2m 'good care' payments

An NHS trust criticised over a baby's death claimed money for providing good care, the BBC can reveal.

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More than 1,000 GPs to get share of £102m to expand surgeries

The Department of Health and Social Care said it is the biggest public investment in facilities in five years.

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Doing nothing on social care 'untenable', MPs warn

The report says failure to fix England's social care system carries an unknown human and financial cost.

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Teen mental health: When to seek help and what parents can do

Mental health problems are increasing in young people. How can their families support them? And when should professional help be sought?

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Are there more autistic people now?

Why is the number of autism diagnoses changing? And what does it mean for autistic people?

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Assisted deaths could top 4,000 a year within decade

Estimate included in official review of costs and impact of passing assisted dying law in England and Wales.

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'Appalling' inquest delays hurt families - inquiry

The Lampard Inquiry is examining the deaths of more than 2,000 mental health patients in Essex.

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New mum says maternity treatment was 'traumatic'

More than 700 people sign a petition to put a Teesside hospital trust into special measures.

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Streeting accused of 'betrayal' over maternity funding plan

Campaigners say the move will “rip the heart out of any moves to improve maternity safety”.

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Community comes together for well-being day

The event includes family activities aimed at promoting creativity and well-being.

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