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One in four births in England is now emergency caesarean, BBC analysis shows 04 Jun 2026 The shift marks a significant rise over the last five years, but experts say there is no single, clear explanation for the increase. Read more

'World-first' vaccine designed by artificial intelligence 04 Jun 2026 Cambridge scientists say they have, for the first time, tested a vaccine designed by AI. Read more

'I left a children's home – and was embraced by love' 04 Jun 2026 How a new scheme for young people leaving care is tackling what was once a cliff-edge for this vulnerable group. Read more

Breakthrough ovarian cancer drug offers patients more time and better quality of life 03 Jun 2026 Women taking the drug, which is kinder on the body, tell the BBC it has given them their lives back. Read more

Can two hours of strength training a week reduce the risk of dying early? 03 Jun 2026 Regular weight training can help you keep fit and strengthen muscles to live longer, research suggests. Read more

More black men to benefit from prostate cancer screening trial 02 Jun 2026 Experts are trying to find the best way to screen for prostate cancer, since blood tests alone are not accurate enough for most men. Read more

Genital herpes rising in England, despite overall drop in STIs 02 Jun 2026 STIs are particularly common among young people, with health experts saying testing for them is vital. Read more

Three Ebola vaccines in development amid growing outbreak fears 01 Jun 2026 IAVI, Moderna and the University of Oxford are all working on new vaccines. Read more

'Don't be too kind': Maternity staff used offensive terms to refer to pregnant women 01 Jun 2026 BBC Panorama has seen documents and spoken to former midwives from Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust. Read more

Daily pill doubles survival time for pancreatic cancer patients 01 Jun 2026 The drug, daraxonrasib, has been hailed as a breakthrough in managing the deadliest of all the major cancers. Read more

Checks reveal young women with deadly 'silent' heart risk 31 May 2026 Sudden cardiac death can happen without warning, and it's not just a problem for sporty young men, say experts. Read more

Millions of breast cancer patients could safely avoid chemotherapy, study suggests 30 May 2026 A new DNA test could help screen whether patients require the treatment or not, according to a new international trial. Read more

Trump in 'excellent health' but should lose weight and exercise more, his doctor says 30 May 2026 The White House releases the results of the US president's latest medical examination, which states he is "fully fit" to carry out his duties. Read more

What a hair loss breakthrough could mean for women like me 03 Jun 2026 As scientists edge closer to new treatments for hair loss, Victoria Derbyshire examines what such breakthroughs could mean for women. Read more

'I forgot what it's like to be outside': Intensive care ward opens on rooftop 29 May 2026 The outdoor ward, at King's College Hospital in London, will monitor how much it boosts the recovery of seriously ill patients. Read more

Hundreds of children die within months as measles cases soar in Bangladesh 27 May 2026 The country has recorded more than 60,000 suspected cases of measles in just over two months. Read more

Why illegal children's homes are being paid up to £2m per child by councils 20 May 2026 A ban was meant to bring an end to the practice - but councils continue to fund illegal placements. Read more

I tried the UK's 'saltiest' sandwich - here's what I learned 15 May 2026 Health correspondent James Gallagher absorbs more than the recommended daily limit in just one meal to find out how salt affects our bodies. Read more

What are the symptoms of prostate cancer and what should you check for? 02 Jun 2026 One in eight men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in their lifetime. Read more

Prostate cancer screening: What you need to know 28 May 2026 Everything you need to know about the decision on who should be screened for prostate cancer. Read more

What does hot weather do to the body? 28 May 2026 Hot weather during the summer can affect anyone, but some people run a greater risk of serious harm. Read more

Why are resident doctors striking and how much are they paid? 27 May 2026 In June, resident doctors in England will walk out for the 16th time in a long-running dispute over pay. Read more

What are UV levels and how can you protect yourself? 26 May 2026 Some UV exposure is essential for our wellbeing, but too much is damaging and can cause skin cancer. Read more

1 in 4 births in England now by emergency C-section 05 Jun 2026 A quarter of all babies in England are now delivered by emergency caesarean operations, BBC analysis shows - marking a significant rise over the last five years. Read more

What are the plans for Liverpool Women's Hospital? 03 Jun 2026 There are plans to move some maternity services to the Royal Liverpool - which could affect around 130 high-risk births each year Read more

'I've requested a full hysterectomy' 01 Jun 2026 Emma Barnett shares her life-long struggle with endometriosis – a disease affecting one in ten women of reproductive age, which causes excruciating, often debilitating, pain. Read more

Emma Barnett: We can't ignore this disease that leaves one in 10 women like me in agony 01 Jun 2026 Women tell the BBC presenter how endometriosis affects their lives, as she challenges ministers to take action. Read more

Why renaming my health condition could help other women 31 May 2026 Rochelle Lewis is among more than 170 million woman globally to be diagnosed with PCOS. Read more

'I forgot what it's like to be outside': Intensive care ward opens on rooftop 29 May 2026 The outdoor ward, at King's College Hospital in London, will monitor how much it boosts the recovery of seriously ill patients. Read more

Excessive social media 'negatively impacts wellbeing' 23 May 2026 The World Happiness Reports finds the more time spent on social media the greater loss of wellbeing. Read more

Mums' choir leader 'baffled' by park fee structure 06 May 2026 A postnatal choir leader says professional dog walkers pay less to use the city's parks. Read more

Calls for Reformer Pilates regulation amid boom 04 May 2026 Reformer Pilates businesses in the UK rose nearly ten-fold between 2024 and 2025. 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

'World-first' vaccine designed by artificial intelligence 04 Jun 2026 Cambridge scientists say they have, for the first time, tested a vaccine designed by AI. 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

Why are resident doctors striking and how much are they paid? 27 May 2026 In June, resident doctors in England will walk out for the 16th time in a long-running dispute over pay. 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

Are you feeling overwhelmed? 05 Jun 2026 Kimberley Wilson gives some tips on how to deal with feeling overwhelmed. Read more

Ronan Keating on the toll of being in Boyzone 05 Jun 2026 Ronan Keating talks about the mental toll of being in Boyzone. Read more

Loneliness group helps young adults find friends 05 Jun 2026 The national group was set up to help tackle loneliness, after a man died from suicide. Read more

1 in 4 births in England now by emergency C-section 05 Jun 2026 A quarter of all babies in England are now delivered by emergency caesarean operations, BBC analysis shows - marking a significant rise over the last five years. Read more

Could gut parasites be influencing your behaviour? 04 Jun 2026 Could the parasite also impact human behaviour? Made in partnership with UKRI. Read more

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