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Covid inquiry PPE report - key findings
Tue, 14 Jul 2026 12:45:44 GMT
What went wrong with the government's planning and buying of vital items like gloves and gowns that cost taxpayers billions of pounds.
Report highlights flaws in ADHD and autism care
Fri, 09 Oct 2026 13:52:01 GMT
There is a risk of people being over-diagnosed with ADHD and autism, an official review in England has found.
'Life-saving' mums charity could close waiting list
Tue, 06 Oct 2026 05:20:34 GMT
The charity recently lost out on a bid for funding and now might have to close its waiting list.
Yes, hang-xiety is a real thing
Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:59:16 GMT
Waking up feeling hungover AND anxious? BBC Health's Chloe Hayward explains the science behind hang-xiety.
Ten NHS trusts referred over monitoring consent
Tue, 06 Oct 2026 05:42:35 GMT
Infrared technology is used in patients' bedrooms and can monitor their breathing and pulse.
Running costs of vaccine damage scheme more than double amount paid to victims
Fri, 11 Sep 2026 17:45:14 GMT
The cost of administration and medical checks has now topped £83m, according to new figures.
Inside Health
Tue, 28 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT
How understanding inflammation could transform treatments from cancer to Alzheimer’s.
Resident doctors cancel strike after new offer from government
Sat, 13 Jun 2026 20:46:11 GMT
The walkout had been due to start at 07:00 BST on Monday and last until Friday.
Doctors vote to take strike action in row over pay
Fri, 03 Jul 2026 10:08:16 GMT
The British Medical Association is in dispute with Manx Care over "pay erosion since 2008".
'World-first' vaccine designed by artificial intelligence
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 23:29:06 GMT
Cambridge scientists say they have, for the first time, tested a vaccine designed by AI.
Open wounds and eyes that can't close - women warn about cheap bleph eyelid surgery
Wed, 23 Sep 2026 05:00:25 GMT
A concerning number of patients are reporting problems from treatment abroad, say doctors.
Nobel Prize awarded for revealing inner workings of the brain
Mon, 05 Oct 2026 11:04:37 GMT
US psychiatrist and neurologist Karl Deisseroth and his German colleagues Peter Hegemann and Georg Nagel have been awarded for their work.
'Ominous signs' of winter pressures as NHS waiting list grows
Thu, 08 Oct 2026 12:42:56 GMT
NHS winter pressures appear to be building already, with rises in waiting times for planned surgery.
'You can talk about your feelings without anybody judging you'
Thu, 08 Oct 2026 23:07:56 GMT
Around 100 school children have taken part in an art project to help them deal with bereavement.
What are the symptoms of meningitis and how is it spread?
Thu, 16 Jul 2026 13:27:27 GMT
Some people can carry bacteria in their nose or throat without getting sick, but can spread it to others.
Harry says he 'slipped into depression' after leaving UK
Thu, 08 Oct 2026 18:55:41 GMT
The Duke of Sussex says he had an "adrenaline crash" while visiting Vancouver Island to "get some space".
'People forget we exist': Why older LGBTQ+ people fear losing identity
Sat, 19 Sep 2026 23:18:46 GMT
A report suggests older LGBTQ+ people experience more social isolation than their heterosexual peers.
Survey to show 'vital insight' of children's lives
Sat, 26 Sep 2026 11:11:16 GMT
Statistics Jersey says the ?2026?Children and Young People’s Survey?will open in October.
'Cancer checks harder' to do in 10-minute appointments with GP
Tue, 06 Oct 2026 05:06:41 GMT
Dr Amara Naseem says appointment times are not long enough to get the information she needs.
Resident doctors take strike action over pay
Mon, 29 Jun 2026 10:45:58 GMT
The BMA said there will "undoubtedly be cancellation of operations, outpatient appointments and elective care" but "patient safety will still be prioritised".
More protein or less? The foods to get you through a heatwave
Wed, 08 Jul 2026 09:05:56 GMT
When turning on the oven is a no-no and you're bored of salads, these foods (and drinks) will help to beat the heat.
'Like a hangover': Why your partner's snoring could be impacting your health
Thu, 10 Sep 2026 23:56:18 GMT
Sleeping next to a snorer could be having a negative effect on your health, experts tell the BBC.
Consultants and specialist doctors take strike action over pay
Thu, 25 Jun 2026 18:26:34 GMT
Full emergency cover remained in place and patients were told to attend all scheduled appointments unless advised otherwise.
New global guidelines warn against obesity drugs for children under 10
Wed, 07 Oct 2026 08:07:54 GMT
Care should focus on healthy eating and exercise, not medicines such as weight-loss injections, says the World Health Organization
Inside Health
Wed, 05 Aug 2026 10:12:00 GMT
Millions of people still have long Covid, yet a cure still isn't quite within reach.
From the workplace to pop culture - why how we view women's anger is changing
Fri, 09 Oct 2026 11:40:22 GMT
Studies suggest women are getting angrier, but are they just more open about it?
Fund launched to back community wellbeing projects
Fri, 09 Oct 2026 11:35:58 GMT
The fund aims to attract support from individuals, families, businesses and charitable trusts.
One million UK people who have never smoked are now vaping
Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:09:28 GMT
Latest statistics also show, for the second year in a row, more over-16s vape than smoke.
Yes, hang-xiety is a real thing
Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:59:16 GMT
Waking up feeling hungover AND anxious? BBC Health's Chloe Hayward explains the science behind hang-xiety.
'What terminal cancer has taught me about life'
Sat, 10 Oct 2026 06:16:46 GMT
A Gloucestershire man with terminal cancer shares the life lessons he wishes he'd learned sooner.
Autism, ADHD and mental health review: What you need to know
Fri, 09 Oct 2026 12:16:11 GMT
It contains big lessons for the NHS, welfare, education and employment policies. What are the key takeaways?
Which emergency foods should you stock up on?
Mon, 21 Sep 2026 05:22:09 GMT
The BBC's Annabel Rackham shares some dos and don'ts, following government advice in case of food supply chain disruption.
UK wasted £10bn on PPE that left NHS staff poorly protected, Covid inquiry finds
Tue, 14 Jul 2026 12:12:53 GMT
Healthcare staff were unable to properly protect themselves, or those in their care, from dangerous infections, says the latest inquiry report.
'I was blamed for my baby's death, now NHS needs to change'
Thu, 08 Oct 2026 05:42:43 GMT
Neil and Katie Russell are working with the hospital where their daughter died on the scheme.
Carys lived with endometriosis pain for decades, then everything changed
Sun, 11 Oct 2026 06:23:53 GMT
Carys Thurlby says "intense pain had become my normal" but surgery changed her life.
ADHD and autism at risk of over-diagnosis, says government review
Thu, 08 Oct 2026 23:01:30 GMT
The review, which focuses on younger people, warned there was a risk society was moving from an era of under-diagnosis to over-diagnosis.
Starting uni? What to know about the free NHS meningitis B jab in England
Mon, 03 Aug 2026 01:00:09 GMT
It follows the UK's largest and fastest growing meningitis B outbreak to date in Kent earlier this year.
Why 'sleepmaxxing' could be making your sleep worse
Thu, 03 Sep 2026 00:41:27 GMT
The things you're doing to make your sleep better could actually be making your sleep worse.
Menstrual fitness: Why some women are 'cycle-syncing' their workouts
Wed, 09 Sep 2026 23:22:05 GMT
Menstrual cycles are highly individual, making blanket advice found on social media difficult to apply, researchers say.
What happens when you don't know your family medical history?
Sat, 10 Oct 2026 05:45:31 GMT
People who have been adopted or in care sometimes struggle to access family medical history which would be crucial to their own health.
UK begins trials of Ebola vaccine developed in just eight weeks
Mon, 13 Jul 2026 08:00:16 GMT
The UK medicines regulator has given approval for an experimental vaccine to be tested on healthy adults.
A&E to remain open as doctors' strike called off
Sun, 14 Jun 2026 14:15:17 GMT
Resident doctor strikes are now on pause while they consider a new pay offer form the government.
Baby termination was 'our most loving choice'
Wed, 07 Oct 2026 05:07:21 GMT
Rosanna Brown was advised to end her pregnancy because her baby had a life-threatening condition.
Inside Health
Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Plus, how much do people really change their habits for a free coffee?
Service increases access to mental health support
Sun, 11 Oct 2026 07:51:12 GMT
The programme covers a range of topics, including managing anxiety and boosting self-esteem.
How to find your perfect pillow - according to an expert
Mon, 28 Sep 2026 09:45:37 GMT
Dr Chris McCarthy talks through the four considerations you need to make before buying your pillow.
Inside Health
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Also, running during pregnancy and how to recover.
'That nagging feeling of dread': Is 'hang-xiety' a real thing?
Tue, 06 Oct 2026 23:31:52 GMT
For some, a hangover can start an anxious spiral. We spoke to experts about the reasons why.
Early Lampard findings could come within weeks
Mon, 05 Oct 2026 05:20:22 GMT
Early recommendations could be issued if evidence highlights patient safety risks, the chair says.
Family of woman who died after 'misread' smear test join calls for inquiry
Tue, 06 Oct 2026 17:00:21 GMT
Relatives of Louise Corbett Gibbons support the campaign for an inquiry into screening services.
Cancer patient hit with £680 in parking charges
Tue, 06 Oct 2026 17:05:18 GMT
Jeremy received four parking notices at Queen Alexandra Hospital after his free exemption expired.
