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'My low Vitamin D levels hit me like a truck' 30 Oct 2026 Saskia Reeves-Priestley didn't know she had a Vitamin D deficiency until she suddenly collapsed at work. Read more

Biggest fibre boost could be scraps in your bin, experts say 30 Oct 2026 Chomping on vegtable skins, seeds and stalks could give us vital fibre, say food scientists. Read more

I didn't know I was lacking in vitamin D until I collapsed at work 30 Oct 2026 Doctors are finding vitamin D deficiency is increasingly widespread in the UK, especially in young people. But the symptoms are difficult to spot and can be missed. Read more

Hundreds of GP practices lose online services after collapse of tech firm 29 Oct 2026 It will cause huge disruption in some parts of England and Wales, say GP leaders. Read more

Consultant doctors in England to strike next month 26 Oct 2026 Senior doctors to stage 48-hour walkout, beginning on 25 November, in dispute over pay and pensions. Read more

Can you tell ferritin levels from your face? 26 Oct 2026 Some creators are claiming they can spot "ferritin face". Doctors aren't so sure. Read more

Is 'ferritin face' a real thing - and can you really spot low iron from looks? 26 Oct 2026 Videos in which people claim to spot the signs of low iron have attracted millions of views online. Read more

GP says she was forced out of job after raising concerns about gender treatment 23 Oct 2026 The doctor says she faced a brutal investigation after she passed on complaints brought to her by other doctors. Read more

First personalised cancer vaccine cuts risk of disease returning in major trial 23 Oct 2026 The scientists involved say the results could mark a turning point in cancer treatment, bringing personalised medicine a step closer. Read more

Rapid changes to care market risk to National Care Service, regulator says 22 Oct 2026 Concerns raised as big private firms buy up care homes and home help fragmenting in England. Read more

Give more people weight-loss jabs on the NHS, say MPs 22 Oct 2026 Current plans for 6% of eligible patients to get Mounjaro by 2028 unambitious, say MPs. Read more

First human case of Shamonda virus detected in France, officials say 22 Oct 2026 The disease, which usually affects cattle, has been identified in a patient who died in early October. Read more

Chronic UTIs affect millions in the UK - these women are out to end the stigma 21 Oct 2026 Women are sharing their experiences with chronic urinary tract infections on social media in an effort to break the stigma surrounding UTIs. Read more

How a major policy shift is changing how police will respond to mental health call-outs 30 Oct 2026 999 calls will be triaged and if there is any risk of harm or to life, or if a crime is involved, the police will still attend. Read more

Heart attack patient, 83, had to drive four hours for hospital appointment 30 Oct 2026 Charles Swift faced a 140-mile round trip to get to a hospital, but had to drive himself. Read more

New law changes make vape vending machines illegal 29 Oct 2026 New vaping rules are now in force in the UK, but what does this mean. Read more

Vulnerable at risk as 'life-saving' drug needle site closes 29 Oct 2026 Belfast charity workers warn people who use the "life-saving" service will be left without support. Read more

Concern over cut to young people's mental health crisis scheme 29 Oct 2026 The Card Before You Leave scheme ensures young people experiencing a mental health crisis who present at a hospital's emergency department are given a written appointment with specialists before leaving. Read more

'It gives me the ick': Can you cheat on someone with a video game? 19 Oct 2026 Grand Theft Auto VI lets you build and nurture a romantic relationship but some say dates with a fictional character are a step too far. Read more

Why people who have never smoked are getting hooked on vapes 16 Oct 2026 More than one million people now vape who have never been smokers, according to the ONS. Read more

Our business ads were taken down for saying 'pregnancy' on Instagram 16 Oct 2026 Creators say women's health content is getting them shadowbanned on social media. So what's really happening? 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

Yes, hang-xiety is a real thing 09 Oct 2026 Waking up feeling hungover AND anxious? BBC Health's Chloe Hayward explains the science behind hang-xiety. 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

Is 'ferritin face' a real thing - and can you really spot low iron from looks? 26 Oct 2026 Videos in which people claim to spot the signs of low iron have attracted millions of views online. Read more

I lost my job in a primary school due to endometriosis 25 Oct 2026 A new report says nearly half of women with endometriosis have lost income due to the condition. Read more

Like 'weeing lava': living with chronic UTIs 22 Oct 2026 Like 'weeing lava': living with chronic UTIs Read more

Chronic UTIs affect millions in the UK - these women are out to end the stigma 21 Oct 2026 Women are sharing their experiences with chronic urinary tract infections on social media in an effort to break the stigma surrounding UTIs. Read more

Women welcome annual health checks for condition affecting millions 21 Oct 2026 Women with PMOS say too often they are diagnosed and left to manage the condition on their own. Read more

Exercise helps woman recover from partying life 26 Oct 2026 Megan Hamon says her life has turned around after struggling with excessive drinking and partying. Read more

Wellbeing support demand for cancer patients grows 25 Oct 2026 Macmillan Cancer Support Jersey publishes its annual report looking back at 2025. Read more

I thought I was dying but it was health anxiety - here's how to recognise the signs 23 Oct 2026 Hollie Sharman shares her experience of health anxiety and a doctor advises on how to manage symptoms. Read more

The town swapping lie-ins for early morning raves 18 Oct 2026 A seaside town is hosting an early morning alternative for clubbing fans. Read more

New mental health directory launches 12 Oct 2026 It provides information about a range of services to support mental health, officials say. Read more

Second Labour MP suspended over Covid loan repayments 20 Oct 2026 Perran Moon, MP for Camborne and Redruth, voluntarily referred himself for investigation. Read more

Government failings allowed Covid 'to spread like wildfire' in care homes, inquiry finds 20 Oct 2026 The sixth report from Covid inquiry criticises the lack of PPE and the way patients were discharged from hospital. Read more

Covid failings in care homes: What the inquiry says 20 Oct 2026 From the shocking lack of PPE to restrictions on visitors - the key points from the sixth Covid inquiry report. Read more

Covid vaccine compensation scheme set for overhaul after Inquiry criticism 16 Oct 2026 Ministers promise to reform the scheme that provides financial support for those injured or bereaved by vaccines in the UK. 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

Hospital doctors to strike as pay dispute continues 15 Oct 2026 The British Medical Association says hospital doctors in Northern Ireland plan to strike in November. 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

Inside Health 27 Oct 2026 And the barriers queer couples can face in accessing fertility treatment. Read more

Inside Health 20 Oct 2026 Experts warn poor at-home injecting techniques and new drugs mean new health risks. Read more

Inside Health 13 Oct 2026 Full body scans, nutritious stockpiles and why strokes are rising in black communities. Read more

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

'My low Vitamin D levels hit me like a truck' 30 Oct 2026 Saskia Reeves-Priestley didn't know she had a Vitamin D deficiency until she suddenly collapsed at work. Read more

New rules for vaping and nicotine products... do you know them? 29 Oct 2026 New rules for vaping and nicotine products... do you know them? Read more

Is all processed food bad for you? 27 Oct 2026 Going to the supermarket has become a minefield. Read more

Woman's Hour 27 Oct 2026 What influence can a first lady have on world affairs? Read more

Can you tell ferritin levels from your face? 26 Oct 2026 Some creators are claiming they can spot "ferritin face". Doctors aren't so sure. Read more

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