'My first cervical screening was over before I knew it'
Health 2025-02-02 10:00
The BBC speaks to six people about their first cervical screening, and what they wish they'd known beforehand.
Top supermarkets running 'prohibited' tobacco ads
Health 2025-02-01 09:00
Trading Standards says adverts for heated tobacco products are banned, but some supermarkets disagree.
Campaigner launches bid to ban cross-sex hormones for under-18s
Health 2025-02-01 02:00
Lawyers write to health secretary warning him to take action or they will seek a judicial review.
AstraZeneca ditches £450m investment in UK plant
Health 2025-02-01 00:00
The drugs giant blames "protracted" talks with the government as well as differences over funding.
Farmers in bird flu 'panic' call for UK vaccine plan
Health 2025-01-31 10:00
Vaccinating poultry against bird flu is still not allowed in the UK despite a rise in farm outbreaks.
NHS to offer 'groundbreaking' sickle cell gene therapy
Health 2025-01-31 10:00
The gene therapy Casgevy, which will now be offered to some patients in England, could help people live disease-free, experts say.
Nurse dies as Uganda confirms new Ebola outbreak
Health 2025-01-31 02:00
The victim was a 32-year-old nurse who died from multi-organ failure, the health ministry says.
Norovirus cases at more than double expected number
Health 2025-01-31 02:00
The UKHSA warns the rise is having a big impact on hospitals and care homes.
Staff seen dragging children in hospital - report
Health 2025-01-30 19:00
CCTV footage revealed the abuse of patients at the Coventry hospital, a watchdog says.
'Life-changing' tablet for dust mite allergies
Health 2025-01-30 17:00
The National Institute for Healthcare and Care Excellence backs a tablet for dust mite allergies.
