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Number of headlines in database: 98
Last update: 2026-10-16 22:21:04
Number of headlines in database: 98
Last update: 2026-10-16 22:21:04
BBC Health Headlines
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Russian man linked to deadly London hospitals hack arrested (2026-10-16 15:31:33)
The 28-year-old detained by German police is accused of being part of the cyber-crime gang that hacked blood-test firm Synnovis in 2024. -
The fight to say 'vagina' on social media (2026-10-16 15:30:37)
The fight to say 'vagina' on social media -
Covid vaccine compensation scheme set for overhaul after Inquiry criticism (2026-10-16 15:02:46)
Ministers promise to reform the scheme that provides financial support for those injured or bereaved by vaccines in the UK. -
Pope pictured for first time since surgery and cancer diagnosis (2026-10-16 14:36:39)
The pontiff was diagnosed with lung cancer after having surgery at Rome's Gemelli Hospital on Tuesday. -
School's plan to use toilet chaperones puts pupils at risk, says campaigner (2026-10-16 09:04:16)
Some pupils will have to be escorted to the toilet over vandalism and attendance problems. -
Same-day test 'saved her life' (2026-10-16 06:20:33)
The pioneering test offers a new way of detecting infections in intensive care patients. -
Charity 'terrified' closure could leave mums suicidal (2026-10-16 05:15:43)
The Happy Mums Foundation supports women experiencing postpartum mental health challenges. -
Teen's death inspires mum's drive for earlier rare cancer diagnosis (2026-10-16 05:12:55)
Hannah York hopes new guidance will help doctors spot signs of soft tissue sarcomas sooner. -
'We got penalised for saying 'pregnancy' on Instagram' (2026-10-16 00:53:58)
Creators say women's health content is getting them shadowbanned on social media. So what's really happening? -
Is women's health content being 'shadowbanned' on social media? (2026-10-16 00:53:58)
Creators say women's health content is getting them shadowbanned on social media. So what's really happening? -
Our business ads were taken down for saying 'pregnancy' on Instagram (2026-10-16 00:53:58)
Creators say women's health content is getting them shadowbanned on social media. So what's really happening? -
Same-day test helps doctors detect hidden infections in critically ill children (2026-10-16 00:34:45)
Metagenomics offers a new way of detecting infections in intensive care patients. -
Ten-year-old Willow among children to benefit from pioneering same-day test to spot infections (2026-10-16 00:34:45)
Metagenomics offers a new way of detecting infections in intensive care patients. -
Trans people should use hospital spaces according to biological sex, NHS England says (2026-10-15 16:07:26)
New guidance says trans patients should be cared for on single-sex hospital wards or bays that align with their biological sex. -
Calls to improve endometriosis awareness in the workplace (2026-10-15 14:50:09)
June says better workplace understanding of the impact of endometriosis might have helped her daughter. -
Hospital doctors to strike as pay dispute continues (2026-10-15 11:02:17)
The British Medical Association says hospital doctors in Northern Ireland plan to strike in November. -
Emotional TV plea for cancer research leads to meeting with PM (2026-10-15 10:56:25)
Scottish athlete, Archie Goodburn, who was diagnosed with three inoperable brain tumours two years ago, met Andy Burnham after an appeal for more investment into brain cancer research. -
Who is getting weight loss jags on the NHS in Scotland? (2026-10-15 10:02:09)
Fewer than 800 Scots have received jabs for weight loss on the NHS despite them being approved for use three years ago, BBC News has found. -
No money for new emergency department, says minister (2026-10-15 09:14:16)
Robbie Butler says a new ED at Altnagelvin hospital in Derry is a priority but he does not have the money to pay for it. -
Do you really need protein powder to build muscle? (2026-10-15 05:27:41)
Do you really need protein powder to build muscle? -
'Some think endometriosis is just a bad period, but it's so much worse' (2026-10-15 05:21:02)
Women with endometriosis are suffering financially as well as physically, a new report by MPs warns. -
Fewer than 800 Scots have received jabs for weight loss on NHS, BBC finds (2026-10-15 05:17:37)
Only five of Scotland's 14 health boards currently offer the treatment specifically for weight loss, it has emerged. -
I'm 12 and I want to try protein powder - should I? (2026-10-15 00:00:35)
We asked experts how safe it is for children and teenagers to take protein supplements. -
Warning to women amid shortages of some HRT products (2026-10-14 23:01:00)
Two brands of HRT patches, including Estradot transdermal and FemSeven Conti patches, have been affected, the Department of Health has said. -
Fewer than 800 Scots have received weight loss jabs on NHS, BBC finds (2026-10-14 21:58:03)
Only five of Scotland's 14 health boards currently offer the treatment specifically for weight loss, it has emerged. -
My contraceptive coil saved my life after it revealed I had cancer (2026-10-14 21:57:24)
Caroline Bailey was diagnosed after suffering with "a stabbing pain in the middle of my abdomen". -
Swimmer Archie Goodburn thanks prime minister as brain cancer review announced (2026-10-14 17:49:03)
The Scottish athlete, who has inoperable brain tumours, previously made a tearful plea for more investment in brain cancer research on BBC Breakfast. -
Man, 70, died of eye cancer after scan concerns weren't followed up (2026-10-14 16:17:46)
A coroner warns there's a risk of future deaths due to "substantial delays" in ophthalmology follow-ups. -
First minister 'does not accept' there is no more money for Stormont (2026-10-14 15:53:43)
The Northern Ireland secretary says there is "very little financial accountability or responsibility" across the executive. -
Why children's hospices are paying to throw away your donations (2026-10-14 13:59:52)
Acorns says it spends about £100,000 a year dealing with donated items that cannot be sold. -
Bryant attacks 'irresponsible' Stormont ministers over budget (2026-10-14 09:56:06)
The Secretary of State says there is little 'financial accountability or responsibility' across Northern Ireland's executive. -
Swimmer Archie Goodburn to meet prime minister over cancer funding (2026-10-14 07:37:32)
The Scottish athlete, who has inoperable brain tumours, previously made a tearful plea for more investment in brain cancer research on BBC Breakfast. -
'I could never hear on my left side - until I got a prosthetic ear' (2026-10-13 23:00:59)
Stephen Gilbert, 74, was born with unilateral microtia, a rare condition in which the external ear is underdeveloped or missing on one side. -
1.6 million women struggling with chronic UTIs (2026-10-13 20:46:16)
1.6 million women struggling with chronic UTIs -
Mum told to prepare for 'worst' urges others to get respiratory illness vaccine (2026-10-13 11:55:14)
Jo Goldsmith said the RSV vaccine was not available when she was pregnant, but that she would have had it. -
Mum told to 'prepare for worst' urges others to get respiratory illness vaccine (2026-10-13 11:55:14)
Jo Goldsmith said the RSV vaccine was not available when she was pregnant, but that she would have had it. -
'I woke from surgery to find it hadn't been done' (2026-10-13 10:29:09)
Kelly O'Shea says she's "lost faith" in women's health after paying £20k for treatment she needed. -
Cut screen time in classrooms to avoid long-term health issues, clinicians urge (2026-10-13 09:35:43)
A group of clinicians warns technology use in English schools is driving a rise in health problems like short-sightedness. -
I've woken from endometriosis operations to find the surgery hasn't been done (2026-10-13 07:54:42)
Kelly O'Shea says she's "lost faith" in women's health after paying £20k for treatment she needed. -
Chronic UTIs made MP 'feel like a drug user' (2026-10-13 05:38:00)
Dr Allison Gardner MP has been living with the "searing pain" of recurring infections for a decade. -
'I was dead for 10 minutes, but lived to tell the tale' (2026-10-13 05:09:13)
Medics in Spain raced against time to save Sandra McCartney's life after her heart stopped beating. -
I lost my hair to chemo - now my wigs are worn by A-list stars (2026-10-13 00:14:20)
Antonia Okonma Shittu's wig business was launched after a shock diagnosis, and she now wants to help other women feel their best. -
The Fix (2026-10-12 22:41:32)
Two former addicts run a church in Burnley trying to help people in crisis. -
I've woken from operations to find the surgery hasn't been done - women's health is broken (2026-10-12 21:44:46)
Kelly O'Shea felt there was no alternative but to pay £20,000 for the treatment she needed out of desperation. -
'Our newborn baby nearly died from Group B Strep' (2026-10-12 16:15:26)
At just three weeks old, Leo suddenly became suddenly unwell, caused by Group B Streptococcus -
New mental health directory launches (2026-10-12 10:09:04)
It provides information about a range of services to support mental health, officials say. -
Stormont 'failing to plan' for ageing population (2026-10-12 05:33:24)
Politicians are urged to prepare as over-65s are projected to outnumber children in NI by next year. -
Teen 'detached from reality' to cope with return of aggressive cancer (2026-10-12 05:26:28)
Ethan found out his cancer had returned two weeks after successful treatment. -
Childhood cancer symptoms can be easily missed - here's what to look out for (2026-10-11 23:03:45)
Although rare, cancer is the leading cause of death from disease among children under 15 in the UK. -
Service increases access to mental health support (2026-10-11 07:51:12)
The programme covers a range of topics, including managing anxiety and boosting self-esteem. -
Carys lived with endometriosis pain for decades, then everything changed (2026-10-11 06:23:53)
Carys Thurlby says "intense pain had become my normal" but surgery changed her life. -
'It shows you there is hope': Football coach on anorexia recovery journey (2026-10-11 05:43:12)
Jordan Caldwell, who once struggled to see a future beyond anorexia, says bodybuilding gave him a new purpose in life. -
Dad thankful charity scan revealed 'silent' heart attack (2026-10-10 12:02:55)
A charity heart scan led to Simon Morris having surgery for a blocked artery he didn't know he had. -
'What terminal cancer has taught me about life' (2026-10-10 06:16:46)
A Gloucestershire man with terminal cancer shares the life lessons he wishes he'd learned sooner. -
What happens when you don't know your family medical history? (2026-10-10 05:45:31)
People who have been adopted or in care sometimes struggle to access family medical history which would be crucial to their own health. -
Healthcare workers at 'tipping point' as union ballots for industrial action (2026-10-09 16:54:52)
Nipsa has been holding meetings with members working across the health service and said they had given a clear message over their frustrations. -
Yes, hang-xiety is a real thing (2026-10-09 14:59:16)
Waking up feeling hungover AND anxious? BBC Health's Chloe Hayward explains the science behind hang-xiety. -
Report highlights flaws in ADHD and autism care (2026-10-09 13:52:01)
There is a risk of people being over-diagnosed with ADHD and autism, an official review in England has found. -
Autism, ADHD and mental health review: What you need to know (2026-10-09 12:16:11)
It contains big lessons for the NHS, welfare, education and employment policies. What are the key takeaways? -
From the workplace to pop culture - why how we view women's anger is changing (2026-10-09 11:40:22)
Studies suggest women are getting angrier, but are they just more open about it? -
Fund launched to back community wellbeing projects (2026-10-09 11:35:58)
The fund aims to attract support from individuals, families, businesses and charitable trusts. -
'I rage and I don't care': Why women are reclaiming their anger (2026-10-08 23:48:05)
Studies suggest women are getting angrier, but are they just more open about it? -
'You can talk about your feelings without anybody judging you' (2026-10-08 23:07:56)
Around 100 school children have taken part in an art project to help them deal with bereavement. -
ADHD and autism at risk of over-diagnosis, says government review (2026-10-08 23:01:30)
The review, which focuses on younger people, warned there was a risk society was moving from an era of under-diagnosis to over-diagnosis. -
Harry says he 'slipped into depression' after leaving UK (2026-10-08 18:55:41)
The Duke of Sussex says he had an "adrenaline crash" while visiting Vancouver Island to "get some space". -
'Ominous signs' of winter pressures as NHS waiting list grows (2026-10-08 12:42:56)
NHS winter pressures appear to be building already, with rises in waiting times for planned surgery. -
'I was blamed for my baby's death, now NHS needs to change' (2026-10-08 05:42:43)
Neil and Katie Russell are working with the hospital where their daughter died on the scheme. -
New global guidelines warn against obesity drugs for children under 10 (2026-10-07 08:07:54)
Care should focus on healthy eating and exercise, not medicines such as weight-loss injections, says the World Health Organization -
'That nagging feeling of dread': Is 'hang-xiety' a real thing? (2026-10-06 23:31:52)
For some, a hangover can start an anxious spiral. We spoke to experts about the reasons why. -
One million UK people who have never smoked are now vaping (2026-10-06 10:09:28)
Latest statistics also show, for the second year in a row, more over-16s vape than smoke. -
Ten NHS trusts referred over monitoring consent (2026-10-06 05:42:35)
Infrared technology is used in patients' bedrooms and can monitor their breathing and pulse. -
Nobel Prize awarded for revealing inner workings of the brain (2026-10-05 11:04:37)
US psychiatrist and neurologist Karl Deisseroth and his German colleagues Peter Hegemann and Georg Nagel have been awarded for their work. -
'Perimenopause cost me my job and family life' (2026-10-03 09:54:27)
Sally Williams says she wants other women to be aware of the "danger zone" of perimenopause. -
Inside India's forest villages, where a dangerous mix of crises led to 32 child deaths (2026-09-30 23:41:34)
At least 32 children have died in India's Balaghat district since May amid outbreaks of measles and malaria. -
How to find your perfect pillow - according to an expert (2026-09-28 09:45:37)
Dr Chris McCarthy talks through the four considerations you need to make before buying your pillow. -
Survey to show 'vital insight' of children's lives (2026-09-26 11:11:16)
Statistics Jersey says the 2026 Children and Young People’s Survey will open in October. -
Open wounds and eyes that can't close - women warn about cheap bleph eyelid surgery (2026-09-23 05:00:25)
A concerning number of patients are reporting problems from treatment abroad, say doctors. -
Fresh bedsheets and dusk walks: Expert tips for sleep-deprived freshers (2026-09-22 23:20:56)
Why it's a good idea to get out for an evening stroll, and other essential sleep advice for students. -
Which emergency foods should you stock up on? (2026-09-21 05:22:09)
The BBC's Annabel Rackham shares some dos and don'ts, following government advice in case of food supply chain disruption. -
'People forget we exist': Why older LGBTQ+ people fear losing identity (2026-09-19 23:18:46)
A report suggests older LGBTQ+ people experience more social isolation than their heterosexual peers. -
Seated exercises help physical and mental health (2026-09-16 11:50:01)
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 (2026-09-11 17:45:14)
The cost of administration and medical checks has now topped £83m, according to new figures. -
'Like a hangover': Why your partner's snoring could be impacting your 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. -
Menstrual fitness: Why some women are 'cycle-syncing' their workouts (2026-09-09 23:22:05)
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 (2026-09-03 00:41:27)
The things you're doing to make your sleep better could actually be making your sleep worse. -
Inside Health (2026-08-11 09:00:00)
Plus, how much do people really change their habits for a free coffee? -
Starting uni? What to know about the free NHS meningitis B jab in England (2026-08-03 01:00:09)
It follows the UK's largest and fastest growing meningitis B outbreak to date in Kent earlier this year. -
What are the symptoms of meningitis and how is it spread? (2026-07-16 13:27:27)
Some people can carry bacteria in their nose or throat without getting sick, but can spread it to others. -
Covid inquiry PPE report - key findings (2026-07-14 12:45:44)
What went wrong with the government's planning and buying of vital items like gloves and gowns that cost taxpayers billions of pounds. -
UK wasted £10bn on PPE that left NHS staff poorly protected, Covid inquiry finds (2026-07-14 12:12:53)
Healthcare staff were unable to properly protect themselves, or those in their care, from dangerous infections, says the latest inquiry report. -
UK begins trials of Ebola vaccine developed in just eight weeks (2026-07-13 08:00:16)
The UK medicines regulator has given approval for an experimental vaccine to be tested on healthy adults. -
More protein or less? The foods to get you through a heatwave (2026-07-08 09:05:56)
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. -
Doctors vote to take strike action in row over pay (2026-07-03 10:08:16)
The British Medical Association is in dispute with Manx Care over "pay erosion since 2008". -
Resident doctors take strike action over pay (2026-06-29 10:45:58)
The BMA said there will "undoubtedly be cancellation of operations, outpatient appointments and elective care" but "patient safety will still be prioritised". -
Consultants and specialist doctors take strike action over pay (2026-06-25 18:26:34)
Full emergency cover remained in place and patients were told to attend all scheduled appointments unless advised otherwise. -
A&E to remain open as doctors' strike called off (2026-06-14 14:15:17)
Resident doctor strikes are now on pause while they consider a new pay offer form the government. -
Resident doctors cancel strike after new offer from government (2026-06-13 20:46:11)
The walkout had been due to start at 07:00 BST on Monday and last until Friday. -
'World-first' vaccine designed by artificial intelligence (2026-06-04 23:29:06)
Cambridge scientists say they have, for the first time, tested a vaccine designed by AI.