Resident doctors in Scotland to go on strike for first time
Health 2025-12-20 01:00
Their union BMA Scotland has accused the government of reneging on a commitment to restore pay to 2008 levels.
Has flu peaked? What the figures tell us
Health 2025-12-19 01:00
NHS remains on high alert over flu, health bosses say, but there are signs infections are levelling off.
Flu: How are hospitals in your area affected?
Health 2025-12-18 23:00
Use our interactive tool to explore the latest flu numbers in your area
People fake weight to obtain skinny jabs, says GP
Health 2025-12-18 20:00
A doctor from Chelmsford calls for more checks to stop the drugs being sold inappropriately online.
Nicotine pouch rise driven by young men - study
Health 2025-12-18 00:00
Around 7.5% of 16 to 24-year-old-men are using the small sachets that fit under the top lip, research suggests.
Caesarean sections overtake natural vaginal births for the first time
Health 2025-12-18 00:00
Experts say there is a complex picture behind why more babies are being delivered through surgery.
Starmer calls doctors' strike 'dangerous' as five-day walkout begins
Health 2025-12-18 00:00
The doctors' union, the British Medical Association, said it was time the government came up with "a genuinely long-term plan" on pay and jobs.
Plans to fix NHS dental care and save some patients hundreds of pounds
Health 2025-12-16 19:00
The new proposals mean those needing complicated care over numerous appointments could save up to £225.
Man died from sepsis after 34-hour medication delay
Health 2025-12-16 18:00
The man could have survived had he been given the correct antibiotics, a report finds.
'We don't blame dad for killing mum, he was ill'
Health 2025-12-16 02:00
Chris Stone-Houghton had been experiencing paranoia when he killed his wife Ruth, an inquest heard.
