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Early care scheme could prevent thousands of miscarriages a year 28 Apr 2026 Current rules state that three unsuccessful pregnancies are needed to trigger NHS support - but a pilot project could bring about change. Read more

11 cancers on the rise in young people - scientists find first clue why it's happening 28 Apr 2026 Researchers stress that simple lifestyle changes can still significantly reduce the risk of cancer. Read more

UK healthy life expectancy falls by two years in past decade 27 Apr 2026 Poor housing, obesity and the effects of deprivation have been suggested as underlying cause. Read more

Your pint could come with a surprising health benefit 22 Apr 2026 Beer provides "substantial levels" of vitamin B6 into your diet, according to new research. Read more

Hay fever misery does last longer - here is how to cope 22 Apr 2026 Symptoms are lasting for up to two weeks longer than in the 1990s, according to a major report - so what can you do about the pollen bomb? Read more

Bird flu vaccine trial against potential pandemic strain begins 21 Apr 2026 The jab targets the H5N1 flu strain which has caused devastating infections in bird populations worldwide, but has yet to spread between humans. Read more

Smoking ban for people born after 2008 in the UK agreed 21 Apr 2026 The "landmark" legislation aims to stop anyone born after 1 January 2009 from taking up smoking to create a smoke-free generation. Read more

Health visitors call for limits on 'impossible' 1,000-family caseloads 20 Apr 2026 BBC analysis shows the number of health visitors in England has almost halved in the last 10 years. Read more

Pregnancy vaccine reduces baby hospital admissions for RSV by 80% 17 Apr 2026 A study confirms the vaccine gives excellent protection for babies against life-threatening chest infections. Read more

Rollout of Covid vaccines extraordinary feat - inquiry report 16 Apr 2026 Covid vaccines saved hundreds of thousands of lives, but a small minority harmed need better support, says report. Read more

'I'm not being listened to' - new health plan launched as women say they are still ignored 15 Apr 2026 New plans to improve healthcare for women and girls have been set out, but will they change anything? Read more

Palantir defends its record as MPs demand more scrutiny of data use 14 Apr 2026 NHS guidance that all hospitals should be using Palantir software from this month has sparked a backlash. Read more

Is the bite of the false widow spider dangerous? 13 Apr 2026 Experts say noble false widow spiders could be to blame for an increase in bites being treated in hospital. Read more

Should you really trust health advice from an AI chatbot? 18 Apr 2026 Abi has had very mixed results when asking a chatbot for guidance about her health issues. Read more

Why did resident doctors go on strike and how much are they paid? 14 Apr 2026 Resident doctors in England have returned to work after the 15th walkout in a long-running dispute. Read more

Hundreds contact BBC about mystery skin condition 'hell' - but doctors can't agree it exists 10 Apr 2026 Some think it's a severe case of eczema. Others say it's a condition called TSW. But doctors are stuck in a dilemma. Read more

What to do if you think someone has heat exhaustion or heatstroke 07 Apr 2026 Know the signs and what to do if someone is unwell in hot weather. Read more

What does hot weather do to the body? 07 Apr 2026 Hot weather during the summer can affect anyone, but some people run a greater risk of serious harm. Read more

What are the symptoms of meningitis and how is it spread? 24 Mar 2026 Two people have died following an "unpredecented" outbreak of meningitis in Kent. Read more

Could weight-loss jabs be behind rising gallbladder removals? 30 Jan 2026 Last year, there was a 15% annual increase in the operations and surgeons want more research. Read more

What is chickenpox and who can get an NHS vaccine? 02 Jan 2026 The standard NHS childhood vaccination programme will include chickenpox from 2 January 2026. Read more

Caffeine pouch craze: A teenage trend troubling some experts 01 Aug 2025 Some social media influencers are pushing products to young gym-goers and students, health experts warn. Read more

Sleep, exercise, hydrate - do we really need to stick to recommended daily doses? 26 Jul 2025 As a study casts doubt on the daily steps maxim, we take a look at some other health benchmarks we’re often told to strive for. Read more

'I paid for a private hysterectomy' 26 Apr 2026 Rachel Moore spent years in debilitating chronic pain due to the womb disease, adenomyosis. Read more

What NHS challenges does the election winner face? 24 Apr 2026 There are currently 687,958 people waiting for any type of NHS treatment in Wales. Read more

I'm on six different NHS waiting lists - it's taking over my life 23 Apr 2026 Amy-Jane Davies is one of 687,958 waiting for any type of NHS treatment in Wales. Read more

'Adenomyosis ruined my life' 23 Apr 2026 Rachel Moore is raising awareness for adenomyosis a womb disease which she said has ruined her life. Read more

Maternity boss 'confident' as unit reopens 21 Apr 2026 Staff say they have addressed concerns over staffing, equipment and learning from serious incidents. Read more

Wellbeing garden opens to combat isolation 16 Apr 2026 The outdoor area at Yarm Wellness will officially open to the public on Saturday. Read more

Researchers look into island's health benefits 08 Apr 2026 The team aims to find out what it is about the Isle of Wight that makes people feel better. Read more

What is vegan collagen? 07 Apr 2026 What's the latest on Collagen? Read more

Men's group hopes to ease strain on NHS services 03 Apr 2026 "I want to tackle loneliness and we feel like this group can do that," the organisation's founder says. Read more

Pupil art sessions 'bring joy' to hospice 28 Mar 2026 The Hospice in the Weald in Pembury runs the sessions for people with life-limiting conditions. Read more

Bird flu vaccine trial against potential pandemic strain begins 21 Apr 2026 The jab targets the H5N1 flu strain which has caused devastating infections in bird populations worldwide, but has yet to spread between humans. Read more

Rollout of Covid vaccines extraordinary feat - inquiry report 16 Apr 2026 Covid vaccines saved hundreds of thousands of lives, but a small minority harmed need better support, says report. Read more

Vaccines a huge success, but public trust must be earned - key findings from Covid report 16 Apr 2026 Immunisation saved hundreds of thousands of UK lives, but vaccine hesitancy remains an issue. Read more

What is the UK Covid inquiry and how does it work? 16 Apr 2026 The fourth report from the inquiry into the pandemic said the vaccine roll-out was an "extraordinary feat". Read more

Stay at home advice questioned and rules too tough - key findings from Covid report 19 Mar 2026 An NHS close to collapse, patients failed and NHS staff put at risk - what you need to know. Read more

Why did resident doctors go on strike and how much are they paid? 14 Apr 2026 Resident doctors in England have returned to work after the 15th walkout in a long-running dispute. Read more

Doctors' strikes can have surprising benefits - but are they sustainable? 13 Apr 2026 Some hospital trusts tell the BBC previous action has seen shorter waits, faster decisions and calmer corridors. Read more

'Doctors strikes' and 'paw prints in space' 12 Apr 2026 A round-up of stories from local newspapers and the BBC from the past week in the West of England. Read more

'Month of worry' over doctor strike surgery delay 08 Apr 2026 The strike further delays Tom Lawson's gastric bypass surgery after a more than three-year wait. Read more

Hospitals coping well with doctors' strike so far - NHS boss 08 Apr 2026 Resident doctors in England – the new name for junior doctors – are taking part in their 15th walkout in a long-running pay dispute. Read more

Inside Health 31 Mar 2026 James Gallagher finds out how a hot flush feels - and delves into a new treatment. Read more

Inside Health 24 Mar 2026 James Gallagher is joined by experts to answer key questions on the meningitis outbreak. Read more

Inside Health 17 Mar 2026 James Gallagher examines the outbreak of bacterial meningitis in Kent. Read more

Inside Health 10 Mar 2026 James visits Hackney, which has one of the lowest vaccination rates in the country. Read more

'I paid for a private hysterectomy' 26 Apr 2026 Rachel Moore spent years in debilitating chronic pain due to the womb disease, adenomyosis. Read more

'I used delivery apps to hide the shame of alcoholism' 24 Apr 2026 Hattie Underwood is a recovered alcoholic and she told 5 Live’s Naga Munchetty how she used delivery apps to "anonymise" her alcohol consumption. Read more

What NHS challenges does the election winner face? 24 Apr 2026 There are currently 687,958 people waiting for any type of NHS treatment in Wales. Read more

The surprising health benefit that could be in your pint 23 Apr 2026 Drinking the odd pint of beer can provide "substantial levels" of an essential brain-boosting vitamin in your diet, according to new research in a respected journal. Read more

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