Ketamine helped me escape my negative thoughts - then it nearly killed me
Health 2025-07-05 08:00
Two young women speak to the BBC about why ketamine has become such a popular drug.
No date for restarting baby deliveries at hospital
Health 2025-07-04 19:00
A maternity suite at the University Hospital of Hartlepool is suffering staff shortages.
The sale of illegal cigarettes signals a deeper problem with UK high streets
Health 2025-07-04 08:00
Some black market cigarettes have been found to contain dead flies and asbestos. But the trade nods to a wider issue, a BBC investigation has found
Covid inquiry to look at impact on care services
Health 2025-07-04 02:00
The Covid inquiry will examine the impact of the pandemic on care services, starting on Monday.
Digital imaging cuts waiting times for skin cancer
Health 2025-07-04 02:00
A digital imaging service has reduced waiting times for patients with suspected skin cancers.
Seven ways Starmer's plan could change the NHS
Health 2025-07-04 01:00
The BBC looks at what the government's 10-year NHS plan could mean in practice.
Woman left fighting for life as fake Botox beautician apologises
Health 2025-07-03 08:00
As the BBC names a beautician who gave illegal jabs, two victims share their story.
New plan will fundamentally rewire NHS, says PM
Health 2025-07-03 06:00
But nurses, doctors and health experts say that more funding and extra staff are needed to make it a reality.
Covid care home policy was 'least worst decision' - Hancock
Health 2025-07-03 01:00
Former health secretary Matt Hancock denied claims the government's attempt to throw a protective ring around care homes in early 2020 was empty rhetoric.
Catherine talks candidly of 'life-changing' cancer treatment
Health 2025-07-02 22:00
Catherine says "you put on a sort of brave face" during treatment but afterwards it can also feel "really difficult".
