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Letby hospital consultant says inquiry makes for grim reading (BBC Health 2026-09-15 20:43:08)
The Thirlwall Inquiry finds some babies could have been saved if action had been taken earlier.
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Letby failings go beyond one hospital - the whole system has been found lacking (BBC Health 2026-09-15 16:51:43)
Inquiry chair Lady Justice Thirlwall set out how the culture of the health system created the conditions that enabled poor care and criminality.
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At-home cervical screenings to roll out in city (BBC Health 2026-09-15 05:46:26)
Eligible women will be able to order a free self-testing kit online through the NHS app.
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Staff slept while patient killed at NHS mental health unit (BBC Health 2026-09-14 15:19:26)
Inquest hears how Rolando Torres-Pena, 22, was able to strangle and kill Hugo Flint-Cahan on a hospital ward in east London.
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The Pitt is up for 25 Emmys - but the show's biggest fans are real-life doctors (BBC Health 2026-09-13 23:18:39)
Those in the medical profession say the HBO Max show about a US hospital emergency room is the most realistic medical drama yet.
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Why I'm doing a September reset and how you can create a new routine (BBC Health 2026-09-13 23:12:32)
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.
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Some dentists say more young people are grinding their teeth - are you one of them? (BBC Health 2026-09-12 23:43:52)
Millions of us do it, though few of us realise we do - but getting the right treatment can be life-changing.
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Fire at nursing home in Chile kills 16 residents (BBC Health 2026-09-12 19:36:50)
Ten people were evacuated from the home in Araucanía region in central Chile.
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Running costs of vaccine damage scheme more than double amount paid to victims (BBC Health 2026-09-11 17:45:14)
The cost of administration and medical checks has now topped £83m, according to new figures.
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'Game-changing' suicide prevention charity expands (BBC Health 2026-09-11 12:06:05)
The charity provides safe spaces for men to talk about their emotions without being judged.
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Assisted dying: How laws differ around the world (BBC Health 2026-09-11 11:39:08)
About 300 million people have access to some form of assisted dying - what are the policies of other countries?
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Does your partner's snoring keep you up? It could be impacting your health (BBC Health 2026-09-10 23:56:18)
Sleeping next to a snorer could be having a negative effect on your health, experts tell the BBC.
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'Like a hangover': Why your partner's snoring could be impacting your health (BBC Health 2026-09-10 23:56:18)
Sleeping next to a snorer could be having a negative effect on your health, experts tell the BBC.
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William and Catherine praise role of sports in suicide prevention (BBC Health 2026-09-10 22:08:54)
The Princess of Wales has made a surprise appearance alongside her husband the Prince of Wales, as he gave an impassioned call to the sports sector to help prevent suicides.
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How can sport help mental health? (BBC Health 2026-09-10 18:36:42)
At the launch of On Your Side, a mental health toolkit created by the Prince of Wales and the Royal Foundation, BBC Sport's Nesta McGregor asks sporting stars, 'how has sport helped your mental health?'
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What in the World (BBC Health 2026-09-10 13:30:00)
More people are doing it to feel confident socialising - but what are the risks?
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Campaigners hold vigil as stroke unit closes (BBC Health 2026-09-10 11:19:46)
Patients needing urgent care will be taken to Taunton or Dorchester instead.
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'My cancer spread while I waited months for surgery': The cost of England's cancer wait times (BBC Health 2026-09-10 04:52:21)
Cancer care has got worse since the government announced plans to speed up waiting times and save more lives, BBC analysis shows.
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UK needs new laws for AI in healthcare, says watchdog (BBC Health 2026-09-10 00:48:35)
The technology will soon be routinely used within the NHS, MHRA chief Lawrence Tallon tells the BBC.
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Migraines and acne among five more conditions pharmacists can treat (BBC Health 2026-09-10 00:01:35)
Pharmacies in England will soon offer treatments for a total of 12 common conditions which save people going to their GP first.