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Teenagers from 15 should be given free MenB vaccine, say UK experts
Thu, 16 Jul 2026 16:36:13 GMT
Advisers are asking the government to consider introducing MenB jabs following concerns over an outbreak in Kent earlier this year, in which two people died.
NHS manager says trust wanted 4,000 reports 'gone'
Thu, 16 Jul 2026 14:52:45 GMT
He tells an inquiry he believed a trust was 'panicking' and was discouraged from raising rota issues.
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.
Energy drinks to be banned for under-16s in England from April
Thu, 16 Jul 2026 18:57:47 GMT
It will be illegal to sell high-caffeine beverages to under-16s from April next year, but soft drinks with lower caffeine levels will not be affected.
Inside Health
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Also, running during pregnancy and how to recover.
Starting uni? What to know about the free NHS meningitis B jab in England
Thu, 16 Jul 2026 13:22:34 GMT
It follows the UK's largest and fastest growing meningitis B outbreak to date in Kent earlier this year.
Removing tax from sanitary products 'pointless'
Wed, 22 Jul 2026 05:29:25 GMT
Jersey's government has spent more than £500,000 on its free period product scheme since 2022.
'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".
Rare identical quadruplets born in Australia
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 12:57:32 GMT
The parents of the four naturally conceived girls were taken by "immense surprise" with the pregnancy, the hospital said.
I'll lose my bowel because my pain was dismissed until my husband spoke up
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 06:01:10 GMT
An operation left Donna Davies in constant pain but she only felt believed when her husband spoke up.
Rise in women in their 20s developing Type 2 diabetes
Wed, 22 Jul 2026 13:35:15 GMT
England is seeing a "worrying increase" in young women in their 20s developing type 2 diabetes.
Inside Health
Tue, 07 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Are mosquitos biting earlier and how to optimise sperm.
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.
Bird flu vaccine trial against potential pandemic strain begins
Tue, 21 Apr 2026 23:00:08 GMT
The jab targets the H5N1 flu strain which has caused devastating infections in bird populations worldwide, but has yet to spread between humans.
We are living fewer years in good health: Is the NHS part of the problem?
Sun, 12 Jul 2026 00:42:35 GMT
What is driving the UK's fall in healthy life expectancy?
County the place to develop spiritually, says monk
Thu, 16 Jul 2026 12:19:34 GMT
A senior Buddhist monk says Herefordshire has "everything" for a "person to be happy".
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.
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.
'If only people knew what a tick could do' - the deadly meat allergy caused by tick bites
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 18:01:00 GMT
Mammalian meat allergy is a growing problem along Australia's east coast - and it's caused by tick bites.
Your tips on getting a fussy child to eat, and six recipes they'll love
Tue, 21 Jul 2026 00:16:08 GMT
Want to avoid battles over broccoli and squabbles over spinach? We've asked you for your advice on how to cope at mealtimes over the summer holidays.
My fitness tracker knew I was pregnant before I did
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 23:09:18 GMT
Ravika is one of hundreds of women who are noticing early pregnancy signs through the data on their fitness trackers.
How to get through World Cup-induced sleep deprivation
Mon, 06 Jul 2026 13:09:31 GMT
The euphoria from England's dramatic victory over Mexico might not be enough to get you through Monday.
'I couldn't leave the house, I worried I'd cheat': The rise of relationship OCD
Thu, 16 Jul 2026 00:34:41 GMT
Relationship OCD is gaining awareness, but limited data means little is known about how common the condition is.
The hidden cost of the night shift and how to sleep it off
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:01:55 GMT
More than three million people in the UK work night shifts, which can greatly impact their health. What can be done to help them?
Why do we procrastinate?
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:06:44 GMT
The cause can be hidden or buried, says Dr Itamar Shatz, a lecturer at Cambridge University who is publishing a book on the subject this week.
How my period is supercharging my ADHD
Mon, 13 Jul 2026 23:00:58 GMT
A first-of-its-kind study by UK researchers is looking at the link between menstrual cycles and ADHD.
Why Joe Marler turned to cycling
Wed, 22 Jul 2026 07:10:31 GMT
Joe Marler tells BBC Sport's Alex Fletcher about the benefits of cycling.
UK humanitarian worker monitored for Ebola in London hospital
Wed, 22 Jul 2026 00:52:35 GMT
The health worker was evacuated to the UK from the DR Congo after being potentially exposed to the virus.
What type of procrastinator are you - and how to fix it now (not later)
Fri, 17 Jul 2026 11:09:00 GMT
The nine types of stalling that researchers say can reveal something deeper about us and why it's not always bad.
Why wellness is booming at festivals in the UK
Sun, 12 Jul 2026 06:09:26 GMT
Organisers say they are seeing more demand for wellness events such as yoga and running clubs.
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.
Baby can't access lifesaving treatment
Wed, 22 Jul 2026 12:15:17 GMT
The parents of baby Macs fear he has days to live and say he urgently needs specialist equipment.
'You are not alone with endometriosis pain'
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 05:02:03 GMT
Endometriosis wellbeing hubs are being called for by a Medway woman.
Inside Health
Tue, 14 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT
Does the success of the HPV vaccine mean that cervical screening can be reduced?
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.
Inside Health
Tue, 31 Mar 2026 09:00:00 GMT
James Gallagher finds out how a hot flush feels - and delves into a new treatment.
I had to stop modelling because I kept passing out from crippling endometriosis
Sun, 19 Jul 2026 02:12:23 GMT
Three women describe how endometriosis has affected their careers, as an inquiry takes place.
Doctors failed to spot my hidden condition for so long I was left permanently disabled
Sat, 18 Jul 2026 00:21:57 GMT
Actor Daneka Etchells is performing in a show which reflects her experiences of "medical gaslighting".
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".
Targeted prostate cancer treatment cuts risk of side effects, study suggests
Thu, 16 Jul 2026 23:36:40 GMT
An NHS trial over 10 years followed nearly 3,500 men who received focal therapy, a less invasive treatment.
Is laughter really the best medicine?
Fri, 26 Jun 2026 05:27:32 GMT
Researchers launch a "Laughter Lab" to explore how laughing can improve wellbeing and health.
'Life-changing' MS drug to help people walk now on NHS in England
Wed, 22 Jul 2026 23:38:58 GMT
Fampridine boosts nerve signals to make it easier to walk, with up to 5,000 eligible.
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.
'Fibroids left me in excruciating pain'
Thu, 16 Jul 2026 15:51:25 GMT
Woman's Hour discusses fibroids and the need for greater knowledge about the pain they can cause women.
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.
Granny wins care home Happy Hour law change
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 06:57:55 GMT
Anita Le Brun, the face of a campaign to allow for alcohol to be served at care homes without a licence, is celebrating its success.
How AI can help with healthcare
Mon, 20 Jul 2026 16:50:31 GMT
Dr Chris and Dr Xand continue their conversation about AI medicine with Dr Emma Karoune.
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.
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.
More young women in their 20s are getting type 2 diabetes
Wed, 22 Jul 2026 00:03:43 GMT
England is seeing "a worrying increase" in women in their 20s developing type 2 diabetes, say experts. Here's what to look out for.
Doctors failed to spot my hidden condition for so long I was left permanently disabled
Sat, 18 Jul 2026 00:21:57 GMT
Actor Daneka Etchells is performing in a show which reflects her experiences of "medical gaslighting".
