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The children dying in India's remote tribal heartland 30 Sep 2026 At least 32 children have died in India's Balaghat district since May amid outbreaks of measles and malaria. Read more

Family told to call locksmith over mental health fears 30 Sep 2026 A force should have flagged mental health services after a family called about their son, IOPC says. Read more

Hidden habits that make your social anxiety worse - and how to break them 30 Sep 2026 Social anxiety is more common than many think. Here's what you need to know about the condition. Read more

Burnham vows to end existing pension triple lock in 2030 to help fund care 29 Sep 2026 The PM was at times emotional during his conference speech in which he outlined his long-term plan for the UK. Read more

Scrapping pensions triple lock 'morally wrong', says union boss 29 Sep 2026 Andy Burnham wants to outline his ideas for a free-at-the-point-of-use social care system in his first speech to Labour conference as prime minister. Read more

New NHS-style social care system could take decades, Dilnot says 28 Sep 2026 Sir Andrew Dilnot, who proposed reforms 15 years ago, says the cost of such a scheme would be "very substantial". Read more

'Broken social care will in the end break the NHS,' says Burnham 27 Sep 2026 Andy Burnham said the proposed care service would be laid out in detail and put on the ballot at the next general election. Read more

Ten NHS staff removed over Noah Woods data breach 28 Sep 2026 East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust says it has launched an "urgent" investigation. Read more

NHS to suspend staff suspected of snooping on patient records 25 Sep 2026 There have been too many cases of staff abusing patient trust, and enough is enough, the head of the NHS in England says. Read more

Treadmills to deadlifts: Why Gen Z are swapping cardio for strength training 24 Sep 2026 Gyms are booming, solitary cardio is out - how workouts are changing. Read more

From weeks to hours - the rapid new test transforming brain tumour diagnosis 24 Sep 2026 The test means patients can start treatment sooner and are spared weeks of uncertainty. Read more

NHS staff investigated over access to dead teenager's medical records 24 Sep 2026 Oliver McGowan, who died in 2016, may have had his medical records accessed inappropriately after his death by NHS staff in Bristol. Read more

'Make women feel seen': Why the Dutch have a new word for labia 23 Sep 2026 Campaigners hope the new words will lead to less body shaming and more sex positivity. Read more

Open wounds and eyes that can't close - women warn about cheap bleph eyelid surgery 23 Sep 2026 A concerning number of patients are reporting problems from treatment abroad, say doctors. Read more

'People forget we exist': Why older LGBTQ+ people fear losing identity 19 Sep 2026 A report suggests older LGBTQ+ people experience more social isolation than their heterosexual peers. Read more

'Like a hangover': Why your partner's snoring could be impacting your health 10 Sep 2026 Sleeping next to a snorer could be having a negative effect on your health, experts tell the BBC. Read more

Menstrual fitness: Why some women are 'cycle-syncing' their workouts 09 Sep 2026 Menstrual cycles are highly individual, making blanket advice found on social media difficult to apply, researchers say. Read more

Why 'sleepmaxxing' could be making your sleep worse 03 Sep 2026 The things you're doing to make your sleep better could actually be making your sleep worse. Read more

Which emergency foods should you stock up on? 21 Sep 2026 The BBC's Annabel Rackham shares some dos and don'ts, following government advice in case of food supply chain disruption. Read more

Starting uni? What to know about the free NHS meningitis B jab in England 03 Aug 2026 It follows the UK's largest and fastest growing meningitis B outbreak to date in Kent earlier this year. Read more

What are the symptoms of meningitis and how is it spread? 16 Jul 2026 Some people can carry bacteria in their nose or throat without getting sick, but can spread it to others. Read more

More protein or less? The foods to get you through a heatwave 08 Jul 2026 When turning on the oven is a no-no and you're bored of salads, these foods (and drinks) will help to beat the heat. Read more

What does hot weather do to the body? 22 Jun 2026 Hot weather during the summer can affect anyone, but some people run a greater risk of serious harm. Read more

Endometriosis trial gives hope to millions of women in pain like me 30 Sep 2026 A £2.3m study will look at whether a personalised pain management plan can improve the quality of life of women who have the debilitating condition. Read more

'My big breasts lead to lewd comments in the street' 30 Sep 2026 Charlotte Howard has been turned down for breast reduction surgery by the NHS, despite daily pain. Read more

The Irish international rugby 'trailblazer' and her legacy of cancer awareness 30 Sep 2026 Rosie Stewart played for Ireland and was a founding member of Ulster Women's Rugby but died after being diagnosed with breast cancer. Read more

'A tumour the size of a football saved my life' 25 Sep 2026 Lisa Carroll, 47, who was diagnosed with rare form of ovarian cancer, urges women to check symptoms. Read more

'Make women feel seen': Why the Dutch have a new word for labia 23 Sep 2026 Campaigners hope the new words will lead to less body shaming and more sex positivity. Read more

How to find your perfect pillow - according to an expert 28 Sep 2026 Dr Chris McCarthy talks through the four considerations you need to make before buying your pillow. Read more

Survey to show 'vital insight' of children's lives 26 Sep 2026 Statistics Jersey says the 2026 Children and Young People’s Survey will open in October. Read more

Fresh bedsheets and dusk walks: Expert tips for sleep-deprived freshers 22 Sep 2026 Why it's a good idea to get out for an evening stroll, and other essential sleep advice for students. Read more

Seated exercises help physical and mental health 16 Sep 2026 Laugh, Move & Groove, nominated for the Make a Difference Awards, holds sessions around Jersey. Read more

Alcohol consumption scorecard to help track intake 16 Sep 2026 The Health Improvement Commission says it is to help people get a clearer picture of their intake. Read more

Running costs of vaccine damage scheme more than double amount paid to victims 11 Sep 2026 The cost of administration and medical checks has now topped £83m, according to new figures. Read more

Covid inquiry PPE report - key findings 14 Jul 2026 What went wrong with the government's planning and buying of vital items like gloves and gowns that cost taxpayers billions of pounds. Read more

UK wasted £10bn on PPE that left NHS staff poorly protected, Covid inquiry finds 14 Jul 2026 Healthcare staff were unable to properly protect themselves, or those in their care, from dangerous infections, says the latest inquiry report. Read more

UK begins trials of Ebola vaccine developed in just eight weeks 13 Jul 2026 The UK medicines regulator has given approval for an experimental vaccine to be tested on healthy adults. 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

Doctors vote to take strike action in row over pay 03 Jul 2026 The British Medical Association is in dispute with Manx Care over "pay erosion since 2008". Read more

Resident doctors take strike action over pay 29 Jun 2026 The BMA said there will "undoubtedly be cancellation of operations, outpatient appointments and elective care" but "patient safety will still be prioritised". Read more

Consultants and specialist doctors take strike action over pay 25 Jun 2026 Full emergency cover remained in place and patients were told to attend all scheduled appointments unless advised otherwise. Read more

A&E to remain open as doctors' strike called off 14 Jun 2026 Resident doctor strikes are now on pause while they consider a new pay offer form the government. Read more

Resident doctors cancel strike after new offer from government 13 Jun 2026 The walkout had been due to start at 07:00 BST on Monday and last until Friday. Read more

Inside Health 11 Aug 2026 Plus, how much do people really change their habits for a free coffee? Read more

Inside Health 05 Aug 2026 Millions of people still have long Covid, yet a cure still isn't quite within reach. Read more

Inside Health 28 Jul 2026 How understanding inflammation could transform treatments from cancer to Alzheimer’s. Read more

Inside Health 21 Jul 2026 Also, running during pregnancy and how to recover. Read more

How empty chairs are helping people's mental health 30 Sep 2026 When Dean Perryman's best friend Rob Clancy took his own life, he wanted to create something positive from an unimaginable loss. His idea was simple; reserve an empty chair in a pub and invite anyone who needed a conversation to sit down. Read more

How Lindsay Clancy's return to court after mistrial unfolded 29 Sep 2026 The BBC's Ione Wells describes what happened in court, as the US mother's defence for the first time argued there was not enough evidence to prove Clancy killed her children. Read more

All in the Mind 29 Sep 2026 Plus, we reveal the All in the Mind Awards judging panel. Read more

I want to use my mental health experiences to help others - ex-ref Robathan 25 Sep 2026 Former assistant referee Dan Robathan ran the line at the FA Cup final between Crystal Palace and Manchester City in 2025. Just one year later he talked to BBC Newsbeat about losing his career after doctors found benign tumours in his spine. Read more

How a rapid new test is helping brain tumour patients 25 Sep 2026 A rapid new test for brain tumours that the NHS has started using can slash the time it takes for an accurate diagnosis from up to eight weeks to two hours. Read more

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