BBC Health - Source Information
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Number of headlines in database: 88
Last update: 2025-09-03 04:21:12
Number of headlines in database: 88
Last update: 2025-09-03 04:21:12
BBC Health Headlines
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Energy drinks to be banned for under 16s (2025-09-02 21:30:02)
Health and Social Care Secretary Wes Streeting said he was acting on concerns for children's health. -
Adults with learning disabilities die 20 years early, report finds (2025-09-02 16:55:49)
People with learning disabilities and autism die almost 20 years younger than the rest of the population. -
Scottish drug deaths fall but remain worst in Europe (2025-09-02 09:35:55)
The number of drug deaths is expected to have dropped slightly, but experts warn that any fall will most likely be a blip. -
Baby dies of whooping cough after mother not vaccinated while pregnant (2025-08-31 10:18:44)
The first death from the illness this year comes as vaccination rates among children have declined. -
Vaccination plea after baby's 'terrifying' measles (2025-08-31 06:15:33)
Eight areas in the North East and Cumbria have seen a slight or moderate increase in MMR jab rates. -
The trade in US body parts that's completely legal - but ripe for exploitation (2025-08-30 23:09:47)
Human remains can mean profits. But there is an emotional debate about the ethics of the industry. -
AI stethoscope could detect major heart conditions in seconds (2025-08-30 16:50:15)
The new technology could be a "game-changer" resulting in patients being treated sooner, experts say. -
'Slimming jabs have changed the way we do things' (2025-08-30 07:32:24)
Angie Smith said she has asked brides if they are using slimming jabs after a trend emerged this year. -
Children to be offered chickenpox vaccine on NHS (2025-08-29 07:54:38)
All young children in England and Wales will be offered a free chickenpox vaccine by the NHS from January 2026. -
What is chickenpox and how can I get my child vaccinated? (2025-08-29 00:55:35)
The NHS in England and Wales will start offering the MMRV vaccine to young children from January 2026. -
Price of Mounjaro to be discounted in UK pharmacies (2025-08-28 17:02:46)
The rebate allays fears of a 170% price rise but patients are warned the cost of the drug will still jump. -
Seven-week wait for some red flag cancer patients 'frustrating' (2025-08-27 17:03:16)
The target set by the Department of Health for patients red flagged for breast cancer to be assessed is 14 days. -
NHS to lose out on new drugs, pharma firm warns (2025-08-27 16:00:29)
The claims from pharmaceutical giant Novartis comes amid a row over drug pricing deals. -
Patients struggle to get weight loss drug ahead of price rise (2025-08-27 15:25:39)
The drug's US manufacturer has asked UK distributors to stop taking orders from pharmacies until next month's price increase. -
Seven-week wait for some red flag cancer patients (2025-08-27 10:11:18)
The target set by the Department of Health for patients red flagged for breast cancer to be assessed is 14 days. -
Inside Health (2025-08-26 09:00:00)
Cystic fibrosis care, AI in cancer screening & science of run clubs. -
How to get the most out of a dehumidifier (2025-08-25 15:29:40)
Professors Cath Noakes and Richard Fitton explain how dehumidifiers combat mould and why it's crucial to put them in the right place to be effective. -
The Conversation (2025-08-25 04:00:00)
Two women leading the way in Equine Assisted Therapy and Learning -
Will Serena Williams's weight-loss admission help shed stigma of anti-obesity drugs? (2025-08-22 20:34:35)
Could her comments instil a new sense of confidence in those using the drugs and quieten the critics? -
The Inquiry (2025-08-21 07:30:00)
Is Indonesia’s free schools programme costing too much? -
Hospital pays out after bacteria-linked deaths (2025-08-20 13:19:32)
Nine families receive compensation after the outbreak linked to a Cambridge-based hospital. -
Gym with wellbeing focus welcomes lottery boost (2025-08-20 12:37:30)
The Soma Space offers combined strength training and psychotherapy, and prospective clients can be referred. -
Pine nuts and goat's milk should get allergy labels, say experts (2025-08-20 11:58:27)
Warnings for some 'emerging' food allergens should be added to food packaging, researchers suggest. -
Lucy Letby's new expert supporters claim no babies were deliberately harmed. Who should we believe? (2025-08-19 15:39:20)
Barrister Mark McDonald claims to have the backing of a panel of world class experts who say there is no evidence any babies were deliberately harmed -
'Eating disorder misdiagnosis left me with PTSD' (2025-08-19 13:45:25)
Charlotte Chapman-Hart was misdiagnosed with an eating disorder and now works to bring awareness to rare diseases. -
Wellbeing walking maps to encourage green travel (2025-08-19 13:24:10)
The illustrated walking maps guide people along four car-free routes in and around Tewkesbury. -
Art charity 'buzzing' about opening of new £75m campus (2025-08-18 17:34:42)
Art Shape works with the NHS to deliver creative courses as prescriptions. -
'The worst decision you could ever have to make' (2025-08-15 10:32:06)
Sarah Spooner suffered such severe hyperemesis gravidarum, or extreme pregnancy sickness, that she felt she had no choice but to have an abortion. -
Periods have 'massive impact' on female athletes (2025-08-15 09:52:09)
Olympic gold medalist Sophie Capewell talks about how periods impact female cyclists and athletes. -
NHS tracker - are hospital waiting times improving near you? (2025-08-14 10:37:43)
Use our interactive tracker to see if treatment waits are getting better at your local hospital. -
Expectant mothers encouraged to use vital service (2025-08-14 04:44:29)
Women across the East of England are now able to self-refer to local maternity services online. -
What should you look for when choosing sunscreen? (2025-08-12 12:48:03)
What to look for when choosing sunscreen and how to apply it to get the maximum protection. -
What are UV levels and how can you protect yourself? (2025-08-12 12:47:15)
How dangerous is UV radiation and how can you protect yourself when levels are high? -
When is it too hot to walk your dog? (2025-08-12 11:50:59)
How to make sure your pets are cool and comfortable during periods of hot weather. -
What to do if you think someone has heat exhaustion or heatstroke (2025-08-12 07:58:09)
Know the signs and what to do if someone is unwell in hot weather. -
What does hot weather do to the body? (2025-08-12 07:54:47)
Hot weather during the summer can affect anyone, but some people run a greater risk of serious harm. -
Hot weather: How to sleep in the heat (2025-08-12 07:50:21)
Simple tips to help you get a good night's sleep during hot weather. -
Drinks that make you chill - do they really do what it says on the tin? (2025-08-09 23:37:41)
The wellness drinks industry is booming – but the big benefits they promise might be too good to be true. -
How a 'seated salsa' can help your lower back (2025-08-08 09:30:51)
It's hard to tone your lower back muscles, but this handy exercise can help. -
Support network helped us to breastfeed, say mums (2025-08-08 05:12:26)
Two mums who struggled to breastfed their babies say a peer support group helped them. -
A walk-in fishermen's clinic saved Tom from sepsis - and could transform the NHS (2025-08-07 23:01:41)
Tom Parker was treated in one of 70 harbour health clinics after breaking his fibula fishing at sea. -
Could RFK Jr's move to pull mRNA vaccine funding be a huge miscalculation? (2025-08-06 14:18:05)
The US is withdrawing $500m for vaccines for diseases like flu and Covid. Health correspondent James Gallagher asks if it's the right call. -
Union and government to restart talks on ending doctor dispute (2025-08-06 11:03:52)
BMA says there is window of opportunity in coming weeks to reach a settlement after 12 strikes. -
Artists help pupils and centre users create murals (2025-08-03 06:32:22)
The murals are created at a special education school and wellbeing and cancer support centre. -
The teenage caffeine pouch trend troubling US experts (2025-08-01 00:06:06)
Some social media influencers are pushing products to young gym-goers and students, health experts warn. -
Doctors' union agrees to resume talks with Streeting (2025-07-30 21:03:16)
But the health secretary says he will not negotiate on pay, adding that the union has lost goodwill with their five-day walkout. -
Why did resident doctors strike and what are they paid? (2025-07-30 10:49:33)
Resident doctors in England went on strike over pay for five days at the end of July 2025. -
The doctor strike has ended - what comes next? (2025-07-30 06:02:02)
With doctors returning to work after five-day walkout, is there an opportunity for talks to re-start? -
Sleep, exercise, hydrate - do we really need to stick to recommended daily doses? (2025-07-26 00:08:06)
As a study casts doubt on the daily steps maxim, we take a look at some other health benchmarks we’re often told to strive for. -
Why we need to talk about periods, breasts and injuries in women's sport (2025-07-25 23:55:30)
Understanding the pressure elite sport puts on women’s bodies is pushing athletes to new levels of excellence. -
Students feel 'let down' by mental health support - but should it really be up to universities? (2025-07-24 04:24:02)
The number of students reporting mental health concerns is rising. But to what extent should the onus be on universities? -
Why are measles cases rising in the UK? (2025-07-16 11:24:54)
What are the symptoms of measles and how dangerous is the disease? -
Alzheimer's has isolated us, says Fiona Phillips' husband (2025-07-12 13:22:48)
Martin Frizell has spoken of the social isolation faced by the couple since the former GMTV presenter was diagnosed. -
Vaccine roll-outs cut deaths by 60% - study (2025-07-11 13:50:54)
The study looked at vaccines deployed during outbreaks of five deadly diseases. -
South Africans fear spike in HIV infections as US aid cuts bite (2025-07-10 10:06:57)
South Africa has been at the forefront of the successful battle to halt the spread of HIV/Aids - until now. -
Is the most expensive lip balm always the best? (2025-07-08 13:38:36)
Do you need to spend more to get the best for your chapped lips? -
Ketamine helped me escape my negative thoughts - then it nearly killed me (2025-07-04 23:08:50)
Young people are taking dangerous amounts of ket because it's cheap, easily available and helps them "disconnect", experts say. -
Covid care home policy was 'least worst decision' - Hancock (2025-07-02 16:27:58)
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. -
Covid inquiry hears of 'generational slaughter' (2025-06-30 15:55:44)
Relatives of care home residents tell the Covid inquiry they will never get over how their loved ones died. -
Covid inquiry to look at impact on care services (2025-06-30 01:10:05)
The Covid inquiry will examine the impact of the pandemic on care services, starting on Monday. -
Emma is doing something she swore she never would - buying her kids vapes (2025-06-28 23:21:07)
One month on from the disposable vape ban, one mum says it has had little impact on her children's nicotine consumption. -
How is your hospital doing as NHS battles to bring down waiting times? (2025-06-26 23:08:44)
Use our interactive tracker to see if treatment waits are getting better at your local hospital -
I lost £15,000 after going to an IVF middleman (2025-06-25 09:49:56)
Companies that act as "middlemen" between patients and doctors are not regulated by the fertility watchdog. -
Why are pollen levels making hay fever so bad this year? (2025-06-17 09:17:40)
As pollen levels rise, what are the best ways to treat hay fever symptoms, and other useful advice. -
How to stay safe at festivals this summer (2025-06-15 06:34:59)
The UKHSA and Somerset Council have put together a list on how to stay safe at festivals this summer. -
The Covid Inquiry Podcast: 'I wasn't the decision maker' (2025-05-31 06:00:00)
The Inquiry hears from the lead of the test and trace unit -
Why are disposable vapes being banned and how harmful is vaping? (2025-05-30 09:37:32)
It will be illegal to sell or supply disposable vapes from 1 June 2025. -
Cash to isolate 'would have cut Covid deaths' (2025-05-28 15:05:43)
Baroness Dido Harding tells Covid inquiry Rishi Sunak blocked higher support payments. -
The English neighbourhood that claims to hold the secret to fixing the NHS (2025-04-07 23:04:10)
With public satisfaction in the NHS just 21%, one area has a plan to shake up its services that could reduce GP waiting lists, as well as unblock hospital beds - but can it really work nationwide? -
Labour's plan for benefits throws up a bigger dilemma (2025-03-17 06:06:29)
The debate has sparked a wider dilemma about the broader purpose of welfare -
Mone accuses Covid inquiry of 'cover-up' (2025-03-13 19:10:36)
She says husband Doug Barrowman and her are targets of a "politically motivated witch hunt". -
Michelle Mone-linked PPE firm evidence to be heard in private (2025-02-26 00:00:16)
Covid inquiry says hearings into the firm, led by Michelle Mone's husband, must be held in closed session. -
First place in British Isles set to approve right to die (2025-02-25 13:02:21)
Laws in the Isle of Man to let terminally ill adults end their own lives are in the last stages of debate. -
Generation K: The disturbing rise of ketamine abuse among young people (2025-02-25 06:00:36)
Increasing numbers of young people are using the drug, experts say. The health impacts can be catastrophic. -
'My first cervical screening was over before I knew it' (2025-02-02 01:06:51)
The BBC speaks to six people about their first cervical screening, and what they wish they'd known beforehand. -
Large UK-wide pandemic preparedness tests planned this year (2025-01-16 16:36:01)
The stress test will involve thousands of people to help the UK prepare for potential future threats. -
Families failed by Covid jabs tell inquiry of pain (2025-01-15 18:39:40)
They said there was no support after the death and harm suffered by their loved ones. -
Assisted dying bill: What is in proposed law? (2024-11-29 15:30:26)
The proposed law would allow some terminally ill adults to end their own lives. But there are requirements. -
NHS hours from PPE running out in Covid - Hancock (2024-11-21 16:58:34)
Former health secretary tells inquiry some healthcare settings did run out - "and it was awful". -
Covid inquiry told top NHS doctor was terrified (2024-11-07 17:34:34)
Sir Stephen Powis says points-based tool was drawn up should need to prioritise patients have arisen. -
How close were hospitals to collapse in Covid? (2024-10-28 00:06:04)
The Covid inquiry restarts its live hearings this week, after senior staff in the NHS revealed just how close some hospitals were to collapse -
Is the system letting down people who were harmed by Covid vaccines? (2024-10-23 05:48:59)
People affected by rare blood clots say they feel they have been airbrushed out of the pandemic. -
How will weight-loss drugs change our relationship with food? (2024-10-19 03:10:13)
The rise of these treatments has major implications for how we think about obesity, says James Gallagher. -
NHS needs better plan around weight loss jabs, warn experts (2024-10-16 07:27:18)
Experts call for an urgent review of obesity treatment services amid booming demand for weight loss jabs. -
We were not treated as parents, Covid inquiry told (2024-10-07 14:11:38)
Mum of premature twins says rigid restrictions on birthing wards during Covid were traumatic. -
How many of us will end up being diagnosed with ADHD? (2024-09-15 00:36:40)
Experts suggest that the number of people with ADHD is actually going to remain steady. -
The junior doctors' strikes may be over. But is trouble ahead? (2024-08-02 00:43:02)
The end of the pay dispute sounded too good to be true. And now some are wondering if it might be. -
Why we might never know the truth about ultra-processed foods (2024-07-27 23:33:23)
Experts can’t agree how exactly they affect us and it’s not clear that science will give us an answer.