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NHS to lose out on new drugs, pharma firm warns

Health 2025-08-29 02:00
The claims from pharmaceutical giant Novartis comes amid a row over drug pricing deals.
NHS to lose out on new drugs, pharma firm warns

Price of Mounjaro to be discounted in UK pharmacies

Health 2025-08-29 02:00
The rebate allays fears of a 170% price rise but patients are warned the cost of the drug will still jump.
Price of Mounjaro to be discounted in UK pharmacies

Patients struggle to get weight loss drug ahead of price rise

Health 2025-08-27 23:00
The drug's US manufacturer has asked UK distributors to stop taking orders from pharmacies until next month's price increase.
Patients struggle to get weight loss drug ahead of price rise

Seven-week wait for some red flag breast cancer patients

Health 2025-08-27 17:00
The target set by the Department of Health for patients red flagged for breast cancer to be assessed is 14 days.
Seven-week wait for some red flag breast cancer patients

Brain image doctor banned for assault and racism

Health 2025-08-27 01:00
Dr Sayed Talibi is told his conduct was "fundamentally incompatible" with being a doctor.
Brain image doctor banned for assault and racism

First human case of flesh-eating screwworm parasite confirmed in US

Health 2025-08-26 16:00
New World screwworm myiasis was found in a patient who returned to the US from El Salvador, authorities say.
First human case of flesh-eating screwworm parasite confirmed in US

Sitting up straight isn't the only secret to good posture - here are three more tips

Health 2025-08-26 09:00
Here are Dr Xand's three suggestions on how to look after your back without turning into a statue.
Sitting up straight isn't the only secret to good posture - here are three more tips

'Pea allergy almost killed my boy. It's only right to add it to food labels'

Health 2025-08-24 09:00
Families tell the BBC about their experiences living with allergies as experts call for more allergens to have warning labels.
'Pea allergy almost killed my boy. It's only right to add it to food labels'

Call to end airport drop-off fees for blue badge holders

Health 2025-08-24 09:00
UK airports' charging policies are inconsistent and unfair, says Disabled Motoring UK.
Call to end airport drop-off fees for blue badge holders

Why I started getting anti-wrinkle injections at 23

Health 2025-08-24 08:00
Does it slow down ageing? Or are we being exploited by a multi-billion pound industry?
Why I started getting anti-wrinkle injections at 23