NHS staff called 'heartless' over maternity comments
Health 2025-09-04 01:00
An NHS trust meeting hears staff criticised bereaved families involved in a major maternity review.
Energy drinks to be banned for under 16s
Health 2025-09-03 06:00
Health and Social Care Secretary Wes Streeting said he was acting on concerns for children's health.
Adults with learning disabilities die 20 years early, report finds
Health 2025-09-03 01:00
People with learning disabilities and autism die almost 20 years younger than the rest of the population.
Scottish drug deaths fall but remain worst in Europe
Health 2025-09-02 17:00
The number of drug deaths is expected to have dropped slightly, but experts warn that any fall will most likely be a blip.
The trade in US body parts that's completely legal - but ripe for exploitation
Health 2025-08-31 21:00
Human remains can mean profits. But there is an emotional debate about the ethics of the industry.
Vaccination plea after baby's 'terrifying' measles
Health 2025-08-31 21:00
Eight areas in the North East and Cumbria have seen a slight or moderate increase in MMR jab rates.
Baby dies of whooping cough after mother not vaccinated while pregnant
Health 2025-08-31 21:00
The first death from the illness this year comes as vaccination rates among children have declined.
AI stethoscope could detect major heart conditions in seconds
Health 2025-08-31 02:00
The new technology could be a "game-changer" resulting in patients being treated sooner, experts say.
What is chickenpox and how can I get my child vaccinated?
Health 2025-08-29 17:00
The NHS in England and Wales will start offering the MMRV vaccine to young children from January 2026.
Children to be offered chickenpox vaccine on NHS
Health 2025-08-29 17:00
All young children in England and Wales will be offered a free chickenpox vaccine by the NHS from January 2026.
