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The struggle to get hold of medication in England is set to get worse 01 May 2026 People living with conditions include heart problems, stroke risks, eye infections and bipolar are unable to get hold of the drugs they rely on. Read more
Martha's Rule helplines get more than 1,700 calls from worried NHS staff 01 May 2026 The scheme encourages staff and families to seek an urgent second opinion if they fear a patient's condition is worsening. Read more
'Amazing' moment for communities given right to buy for the first time 30 Apr 2026 Ministers say the new law in England gives power to local people who want to help others. Read more
Women can wait years for an endometriosis diagnosis. New tech could change that 30 Apr 2026 A new scan technique could spot areas of endometriosis missed by conventional scans, scientists say. Read more
Claimants in Johnson & Johnson talcum powder case rise to 7,000 29 Apr 2026 The case, which opened in the High Court on Wednesday, originally involved 3,000 claimants and is set to become the largest product liability case in UK history. Read more
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
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
How to check whether you have bowel cancer 29 Apr 2026 What are the main symptoms and causes of bowel cancer, and how can you reduce your risk of getting it? 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
Mother and baby mental health unit to go ahead 30 Apr 2026 Mike Nesbitt says Northern Ireland's first regional mother and baby unit in should open within the next three years. Read more
Sophie Raworth: 'I hope I can still run in my 80s' 30 Apr 2026 Sophie Raworth talks about the need for exercise as we get older. Read more
Women can wait years for an endometriosis diagnosis. New tech could change that 30 Apr 2026 A new scan technique could spot areas of endometriosis missed by conventional scans, scientists say. 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
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 was slowly slipping into insanity because of PMDD' 01 May 2026 Vicky Pattison talks about trying to get help for pre-menstrual dysphoric disorder. Read more
'It's the most normal thing in the world to feel weird' 01 May 2026 Bryony Gordon talks about her struggles with her mental health. Read more
'We felt we had to miscarry again to get the help we needed' 30 Apr 2026 An early care scheme could prevent thousands of miscarriages a year. Read more
Sophie Raworth: 'I hope I can still run in my 80s' 30 Apr 2026 Sophie Raworth talks about the need for exercise as we get older. Read more
The truth about taking testosterone 30 Apr 2026 Dr Xand shares the latest information on testosterone Read more

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