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Obesity cases rising fastest in young adults 24 Jun 2026 Experts say the cost of living, pandemic and boom in unhealthy food are behind the rise in cases. Read more

Want to feel happier at work? Take a five-minute walk 23 Jun 2026 Sitting for prolonged periods is associated with health complications – but you can counteract the risks of a sedentary life. Read more

First drug to delay onset of type 1 diabetes made available on NHS 22 Jun 2026 The immunotherpay can give children and adults three extra years before they need to use insulin. Read more

Puberty blocker trial will help reduce harm, says Cass report author 22 Jun 2026 Dr Hilary Cass says she is "absolutely convinced that more children will be harmed if we don't do the trial than if we do." Read more

Jeremy Clarkson in remission from prostate cancer 21 Jun 2026 The presenter shared his "aggressive" cancer diagnosis on an episode of Clarkson's Farm earlier this week. Read more

Minimum age of 11 set for UK puberty blocker trial 19 Jun 2026 Gender-questioning children will have to be at least 11 years old to take part in a clinical trial of puberty-blocking drugs. Read more

Five tips to keep your kids cool in a heatwave 19 Jun 2026 Temperatures are set to rise over the next few days, and children can be especially vulnerable - so read on for tips to protect them. Read more

Young women now have 'close to zero' risk of cervical cancer death after HPV jab 18 Jun 2026 A new study finds that hundreds of lives have been saved since school-age girls were offered the HPV jab in 2008. Read more

'We travel 530 miles so our son can have a haircut' 17 Jun 2026 How a very special hairdressing salon in Lowestoft is cutting it when it comes to neurodivergence. Read more

Why you might not be buying the right pain relief for period cramps 14 Jun 2026 Many women are buying less effective pain medication for period cramps, supermarket data suggests. 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

'I've never been this good' – revolutionary immune reset puts lupus in remission 11 Jun 2026 Patients on the trial have not needed medication to manage their condition. Read more

Many fear the NHS will continue to fail mothers and babies unless there's a cultural shift 24 Jun 2026 Families will continue to be failed unless the NHS makes meaningful changes, BBC's Michael Buchanan writes. Read more

Is watching England in the World Cup bad for your health? 23 Jun 2026 Watching football is an emotional rollercoaster - but is it good or bad for your health? Read more

How can we help our fathers live longer? 21 Jun 2026 One in five men dies before the age of 65 but getting help sooner could save lives. Read more

Flesh-eating bug made my skin look like roadkill 17 Jun 2026 Caroline Fonjock says she owes her life to the medics who quickly diagnosed and treated her. Read more

Recovery of Ebola patients offers rare moments of joy at epicentre of outbreak 15 Jun 2026 There are glimpses of happiness in the Democratic Republic of Congo's fight against the virus that has killed more than 170. 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

What are UV levels and how can you protect yourself? 22 Jun 2026 Some UV exposure is essential for our wellbeing, but too much is damaging and can cause skin cancer. Read more

What to do if you think someone has heat exhaustion or heatstroke 22 Jun 2026 Know the signs and what to do if someone is unwell in hot weather. Read more

What is meningitis B and why is a vaccine only being offered to some teenagers? 12 Jun 2026 Only select groups of teenagers and some young people will be eligible for the vaccine. Here's why. Read more

What are the symptoms of meningitis and how is it spread? 12 Jun 2026 Some people can carry bacteria in their nose or throat without getting sick, but can spread it to others. Read more

Why women are more affected by hot weather than men 24 Jun 2026 Why are women’s bodies impacted by heat differently to men’s? Read more

Is vaginal microbiome testing worth it? 23 Jun 2026 Testing the vagina microbiome is increasing in popularity with companies offering at-home tests Read more

How an ovary syndrome led to Bake Off star's fame 16 Jun 2026 Now a successful TV presenter, Briony May Williams said she started stress-baking when she became ill. Read more

Taboo subjects on the table at women's health event 15 Jun 2026 Three nurses behind the event say they want women to feel they can have open and honest conversations. Read more

'I won't have another baby after breastfeeding trauma' 15 Jun 2026 New mothers say they did not receive enough breastfeeding support when their babies were born. Read more

Swim club calls for more school water safety lessons 22 Jun 2026 From the autumn a new Water Safety Forum is being introduced to primary and secondary schools. Read more

Islanders' lifestyle views could help shape future 14 Jun 2026 The results could help the government plan and deliver services in the future, officials say. 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

'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

Consultants and specialist doctors to begin strike action 24 Jun 2026 Most routine and elective services will be cancelled but full emergency cover will remain in place. 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

Cancellations 'unavoidable' during hospital strike 12 Jun 2026 The British Medical Association has announced more strike action in an ongoing dispute over pay. Read more

Major A&E changes announced amid strikes 12 Jun 2026 Patients have been urged to only attend A&E if their condition is life-threatening or serious. 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

Why women are more affected by hot weather than men 24 Jun 2026 Why are women’s bodies impacted by heat differently to men’s? Read more

How can we keep children safe during the heatwave? 24 Jun 2026 A doctor from Bristol Royal Hospital for Children gives his tips for keeping children protected. Read more

Is vaginal microbiome testing worth it? 23 Jun 2026 Testing the vagina microbiome is increasing in popularity with companies offering at-home tests Read more

All in the Mind 23 Jun 2026 What does the evidence tell us? Read more

The Climate Question 21 Jun 2026 How the rise in night-time temperatures is starting to disrupt our sleep and health Read more

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