BBC Health - Source Information
Source URL: http://www.bbc.com/news/health
Number of headlines in database: 65
Last update: 2018-07-22 22:21:03
Number of headlines in database: 65
Last update: 2018-07-22 22:21:03
BBC Health Headlines
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Richard Bacon: 'The most shocking moment of my life' (2018-07-22 12:39:37)
TV and radio presenter Richard Bacon has told the BBC about the moment he was told he had to be put into a coma for at least a week. -
Opioids: Why 'dangerous' drugs are still being used to treat pain (2018-07-22 00:17:10)
Despite links to UK hospital deaths and a US addiction crisis, opioids remain the painkiller of choice. -
Belfast barber offers haircuts to Liverpool dementia patients (2018-07-20 17:32:13)
A barber from Belfast has travelled to a care home in Liverpool to offer haircuts to people with dementia. -
What is the sex 'superbug' STD MGen? (2018-07-20 11:01:56)
What do you need to know about mycoplasma genitalium, the emerging sexually transmitted "superbug"? -
Model: 'My Brazilian butt lift gave me septicaemia' (2018-07-20 10:42:01)
Model Darcie Russell went to Turkey for a "Brazilian butt lift" but it left her with blood poisoning. -
Egg donation: ‘Will they look like me?’ (2018-07-20 05:20:04)
Ashleigh Kelso, 27, donated some of her eggs to a couple to help them start their own family. -
Zara Holland on Love Island: 'Like being in a posh prison' (2018-07-20 04:52:34)
Former contestant Zara Holland talks about being on the show and how the experience impacted her health. -
Low NHS morale is 'heartbreaking', says Matt Hancock (2018-07-20 01:23:33)
The new health secretary says technology, the workforce and prevention will be his top priorities. -
Low NHS morale is 'heartbreaking' says Matt Hancock (2018-07-20 01:23:33)
The new health secretary says technology, the workforce and prevention will be his top priorities. -
Blind dog gave autistic woman 'hope in life' (2018-07-20 00:45:59)
Emma Barker, 18, who has autism and depression, says adopting a dog "saved her life". -
IVF: NHS couples 'face social rationing' (2018-07-20 00:24:23)
Eight out of 10 of CCGs in England do not offer IVF to couples if one partner has previous children. -
Complementary cancer therapies linked to reduced survival (2018-07-19 23:37:39)
Cancer patients who receive complementary therapies are more likely to shun proven treatments, a study finds. -
Alternative cancer therapies linked to reduced survival (2018-07-19 23:37:39)
Cancer patients who receive alternative therapies are more likely to shun proven treatments, a study finds. -
'Dangerous complacency' to global HIV epidemic risks resurgence (2018-07-19 23:01:04)
The response to the global HIV pandemic is risking a resurgence of the disease, experts warn. -
Plan to teach all children first aid (2018-07-19 17:40:45)
It comes after an inquiry into the Manchester bombing found that many adults lacked life-saving skills. -
Medicinal cannabis 'should be available on prescription' (2018-07-19 15:36:30)
The Advisory Council on the Misuse of Drugs recommends rules should be changed for these drugs, if safe. -
Morrisons introduces 'autistic shopping hour' (2018-07-19 11:59:29)
Stores will dim lights, turn music off and avoid using the tannoy on Saturdays from 09:00 to 10:00. -
Amesbury Novichok poisoning: What we know so far (2018-07-19 11:07:34)
Multiple areas in Salisbury and Amesbury are cordoned off as police continue their investigation. -
'Period poverty led me to become homeless' (2018-07-19 00:14:27)
Stevie-Jo Pasing's family could not afford to buy her sanitary products during her school years. -
'Generation Sensible' in five charts (2018-07-19 00:08:11)
Whether it's drinking or taking drugs, young people in the UK seem to be getting more sensible. -
Women fight back against Peru's national sterilisation scheme (2018-07-18 23:50:15)
Thousands of indigenous Peruvian women say they were forcibly sterilised in a state family planning scheme. -
The women choosing to love their natural grey hair (2018-07-18 23:44:45)
As celebrities rush to colour their hair silver, some women with natural greys are ditching dyes. -
Brain damage 'more likely in cardiac arrest patients given adrenaline' (2018-07-18 23:36:03)
It increased the chances of survival but patients were more likely to have brain damage, a study finds. -
Delays in radiology results 'affecting patient care' (2018-07-18 23:35:56)
The health regulator found huge variations in the time taken to report on radiology examinations. -
Private firms cash in on over-stretched NHS (2018-07-18 23:35:13)
Hospitals, ambulances and mental health services are spending £1bn a year on care from outside the NHS. -
Patients face autism referral and assessment 'lottery' (2018-07-18 16:38:15)
Children and adults in England can face a wait of more than two years for an autism assessment, data reveals. -
Thai cave rescue boys relive 'moment of miracle' (2018-07-18 12:03:24)
The 12 boys rescued from a flooded cave this month describe their ordeal to the world's media. -
HPV jab should be given to boys, committee says (2018-07-18 11:41:41)
Adolescent boys as well as girls should get the vaccine, an advisory committee says. -
Thai cave boys to return to 'normal life' after meeting media (2018-07-18 10:06:17)
The 12 boys and their football coach will make their first public appearance since being rescued. -
'Starting menopause at 29 left me grieving with no help' (2018-07-18 10:05:07)
Helen Owen said women going through a similar experience should seek specialist help. -
Fish oil supplements for a healthy heart 'nonsense' (2018-07-18 08:31:44)
The evidence around omega-3 supplements is flimsy at best, say experts. -
Destiny's Child's Michelle Williams 'proudly' seeking mental health help (2018-07-18 06:34:53)
The Destiny's Child singer has previously spoken about being depressed and "suicidal". -
Schools alone cannot fix childhood obesity, says Ofsted boss (2018-07-18 00:14:53)
Factors beyond the school gate make it impossible for schools to affect pupils' weight, says report -
Too many babies overfed, experts fear (2018-07-17 23:41:43)
Government advisers publish new guidance - the first in more than 20 years - on healthy feeding for babies. -
Sensible, family-loving teens behind pregnancy rate drop (2018-07-17 23:41:15)
This may explain the sharp fall in teen pregnancies, the British Pregnancy Advisory Service says. -
Fish oil for a healthy heart 'nonsense' (2018-07-17 23:41:04)
The evidence around omega-3 supplements is flimsy at best, say experts. -
What Britons ate down the ages (2018-07-17 23:34:16)
Ancient Britons were eating dairy, peas, cabbage and oats, according to gunk trapped in their teeth. -
Menopause: Lack of specialist care 'limits treatments' (2018-07-17 23:31:06)
A woman who went through the menopause at 29 says she "missed out" on treatment options. -
Scientist debunks health hoaxes with viral parody video (2018-07-17 19:16:04)
Jonathan Jarry's video about a fake cancer-curing moss has been viewed over nine million times. -
Is heading a football bad for your health? (2018-07-17 16:33:18)
Study of retired players hopes to provide a definitive answer on the risks of repeatedly heading the ball. -
Holly Greenhow: Girl with cerebral palsy gets £15m NHS payout (2018-07-17 14:30:07)
Holly Greenhow's mum says "no amount of money or apology will bring back what we should have had". -
Kent and Medway NHS hernia policy 'may be rationing' surgery (2018-07-17 00:18:57)
Some hernia patients have to show they have a serious complication to get surgery, doctors say. -
Parents warned over 'toxic' slime (2018-07-16 23:33:45)
Consumer group Which? is concerned the popular children's products are not being properly vetted. -
Editing human embryos 'morally permissible' (2018-07-16 23:33:14)
An independent inquiry gives go-ahead to genetically altering human embryos, but advises caution. -
Adenomyosis: Pain '10 times worse than childbirth' (2018-07-16 23:01:20)
Three women describe living with the intense pain and heavy periods caused by adenomyosis. -
Bowel cancer screening could shed light on other conditions (2018-07-16 23:00:43)
Researchers find bowel cancer screening can indicate whether people are at risk of other problems. -
Hot summer leading to 'toxic' algae (2018-07-15 23:00:19)
Blooms have flourished during the warm spell but they pose a health risk to humans and animals. -
Heatwave causes spike in insect bite calls to NHS (2018-07-15 00:59:31)
Horsefly bites are painful and can lead to a skin infection that may require antibiotics, say doctors. -
The Cardiff woman who is allergic to water (2018-07-14 23:26:56)
Cherelle Farrugia, 25, breaks out in a painful rash every time she comes into contact with water. -
The eye doctor who could not see the stars (2018-07-14 01:19:24)
Dr Andrew Bastawrous has invented an app that has been shown in clinical trials to help more children see clearly. -
Mencap wins 'unaffordable' overnight back pay appeal (2018-07-13 11:27:52)
The charity argued it would be forced out of business by a £400m bill for the past six years. -
Brothers spread positive message about Down's Syndrome (2018-07-12 00:20:17)
Brothers Alex and Nick are making a documentary about Down's Syndrome. -
Could artificial intelligence replace doctors? (2018-07-11 23:53:11)
UK company Babylon Health is testing an artificially intelligent medical chatbot in Rwanda. -
TOWIE star: 'I bought cannabis oil for my friend' (2018-07-11 14:15:00)
Former TOWIE star Danielle Armstrong says she bought cannabis oil for her friend who was dying from breast cancer. -
Cave rescue: The Australian diving doctor who stayed with the boys (2018-07-11 04:16:17)
The expert caver gave the OK for the boys to dive their way out and was among the last to leave. -
Nadiya Hussain on the sugar tax, takeaways and Bake Off adverts (2018-07-10 00:02:09)
The Bake Off winner doesn't think the rising cost will put people off buying sugary drinks. -
'Opening the grief of miscarriage' (2018-07-09 23:09:21)
Anna Whitehouse tells how sharing her experiences of five miscarriages was "essential" for her. -
'Sometimes we need help' (2018-07-07 23:52:24)
Gavin didn't leave his flat for four years because of his weight, but gastric band surgery gave him hope. -
HIV vaccine shows promise in human trial (2018-07-07 00:02:16)
The "mosaic" vaccine produced an anti-HIV immune-system response in tests on 393 people. -
The drugs being used at UK festivals (2018-07-05 01:05:36)
Knowing more about what drugs people are using is crucial to protect them from harm. -
Jeremy Hunt answers young people's questions on mental health (2018-07-03 11:25:11)
Health secretary Jeremy Hunt responds to young people's mental health care for adolescents' experiences. -
The dangers of smoke inhalation (2018-07-02 11:26:39)
As moorland fires continue to burn, what's the best way to stay safe and protect yourself? -
Gosport hospital deaths: The numbers behind the scandal (2018-06-29 00:59:55)
Gosport hospital scandal: the patient data that laid bare the scale of the scandal -
Check the key targets in your area (2018-06-15 09:42:53)
Use our tracker to check whether your local services are meeting strict waiting-time targets for cancer, routine operations and A&E. -
STIs: Why is syphilis is on the rise? (2018-06-10 00:01:08)
More cases of the infection were diagnosed in England last year than at any point since WW2.