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'My mother apologised': A survivor's journey after genital mutilation
Thu, 17 Sep 2026 05:33:18 GMT
Sara Kahsai was 29 when she found out she had FGM as a baby.
Letby failings go beyond one hospital - the whole system has been found lacking
Tue, 15 Sep 2026 16:51:43 GMT
Inquiry chair Lady Justice Thirlwall set out how the culture of the health system created the conditions that enabled poor care and criminality.
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.
Mums 'left to get on with it' after C-sections
Tue, 08 Sep 2026 14:39:23 GMT
Mothers have described being left to recover from caesarean sections with "no support".
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.
Seated exercises help physical and mental health
Wed, 16 Sep 2026 11:50:01 GMT
Laugh, Move & Groove, nominated for the Make a Difference Awards, holds sessions around Jersey.
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.
Cancer patient told she will get drug which could make her life longer
Thu, 17 Sep 2026 05:28:15 GMT
Patients in England with an incurable breast cancer can now access a life-extending drug on the NHS, two years after it was deemed too expensive by a health body.
'Game-changing' suicide prevention charity expands
Fri, 11 Sep 2026 12:06:05 GMT
The charity provides safe spaces for men to talk about their emotions without being judged.
Andy Burnham urged to set dementia waiting-time target
Thu, 17 Sep 2026 19:13:59 GMT
An 18-week referral-to-treatment target has been backed by England's former national cancer director.
Train station to mark World Suicide Prevention Day
Tue, 08 Sep 2026 04:56:52 GMT
As well as offering advice, Wellbeing Week will include poetry, gardening workshops, art and music.
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.
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.
Inside Health
Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Plus, how much do people really change their habits for a free coffee?
Alcohol consumption scorecard to help track intake
Wed, 16 Sep 2026 08:57:09 GMT
The Health Improvement Commission says it is to help people get a clearer picture of their intake.
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.
Staff slept while patient killed at NHS mental health unit
Mon, 14 Sep 2026 15:19:26 GMT
Inquest hears how Rolando Torres-Pena, 22, was able to strangle and kill Hugo Flint-Cahan on a hospital ward in east London.
What's driving men to get penis fillers, despite the risks?
Sat, 15 Aug 2026 23:42:33 GMT
Men who have had the procedure can expect 10-20% more girth for the next six to nine months - but it can go wrong.
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.
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.
'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.
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".
'My cancer spread while I waited months for surgery': The cost of England's cancer wait times
Thu, 10 Sep 2026 09:31:16 GMT
Cancer care has got worse since the government announced plans to speed up waiting times and save more lives, BBC analysis shows.
Off to Reading or Leeds? Here's your guide to festival make-up (without the toxins)
Thu, 27 Aug 2026 07:09:54 GMT
Neon is on trend, but some make-up products pose a serious risk to your health. Here's what to check for, and how to dazzle.
Fire at nursing home in Chile kills 16 residents
Sat, 12 Sep 2026 19:36:50 GMT
Ten people were evacuated from the home in Araucanía region in central Chile.
Inside Health
Tue, 28 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT
How understanding inflammation could transform treatments from cancer to Alzheimer’s.
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.
Why I'm doing a September reset and how you can create a new routine
Sun, 13 Sep 2026 23:12:32 GMT
It's the month when many of us embark on a new chapter so here's how to start strong and keep the good habits.
'Inspirational' 97-year- old wing walker gives back to hospital ward
Thu, 17 Sep 2026 16:20:26 GMT
The world's oldest female wing-walker has delivered a cheque to the hospital where she was treated.
Why caffeine makes some people buzz
Thu, 17 Sep 2026 05:24:09 GMT
Scientists say it all depend on caffeine habits, lifestyle and one factor we have no control over: our genes.
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.
Inside Health
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Also, running during pregnancy and how to recover.
What are UV levels and how can you protect yourself?
Mon, 22 Jun 2026 13:43:26 GMT
Some UV exposure is essential for our wellbeing, but too much is damaging and can cause skin cancer.
Assisted dying: How laws differ around the world
Tue, 15 Sep 2026 11:29:53 GMT
About 400 million people have access to some form of assisted dying - what are the policies of other countries?
At-home cervical screenings to roll out in city
Tue, 15 Sep 2026 05:46:26 GMT
Eligible women will be able to order a free self-testing kit online through the NHS app.
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.
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.
The Pitt is up for 25 Emmys - but the show's biggest fans are real-life doctors
Mon, 14 Sep 2026 20:39:48 GMT
Those in the medical profession say the HBO Max show about a US hospital emergency room is the most realistic medical drama yet.
What in the World
Tue, 15 Sep 2026 13:30:00 GMT
We look at hacks to help you get around it
The Deadlifting Grandma: 'I'm a world champion'
Thu, 17 Sep 2026 05:37:43 GMT
Martine Barons, 65, has three world titles under her belt after only starting weightlifting in 2024.
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.
Do you feel guilty when calling in sick at work? This might be why...
Tue, 15 Sep 2026 23:40:07 GMT
As many as half of people report working when sick. The reasons for this are complex, experts say.
Some dentists say more young people are grinding their teeth - are you one of them?
Sun, 13 Sep 2026 05:55:19 GMT
Millions of us do it, though few of us realise we do - but getting the right treatment can be life-changing.
Letby doctor says inquiry 'grim reading' and he wishes 'we had been brave enough to follow suspicions'
Wed, 16 Sep 2026 00:25:34 GMT
Consultant Dr John Gibbs worked at the hospital during the period in 2015 to 2016 when Letby murdered seven babies.
What does hot weather do to the body?
Mon, 22 Jun 2026 13:48:18 GMT
Hot weather during the summer can affect anyone, but some people run a greater risk of serious harm.
New hope for breast cancer patients as life-extending drug now on NHS in England
Thu, 17 Sep 2026 13:32:00 GMT
Enhertu, which can give patients an extra seven months to live on average, has been prescribed in Scotland for more than two years and is available.
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".
Wellbeing walks praised for keeping people active
Wed, 09 Sep 2026 13:38:58 GMT
The free walks range from 10 to 90 minutes and are aimed at all abilities.
'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.
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.
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.
Burnham thanks well-wishers following his father's death
Wed, 16 Sep 2026 11:21:21 GMT
All opposition leaders sent condolences to Burnham as he cancelled engagements earlier this week.
