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Families fear maternity review 'doomed' to fail as chair named

Thu, 08/14/2025 - 15:55
Families say they are "upset and angry at the way we have been treated as bereaved parents" by government
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Hospital treatments failing to meet demand, say experts

Thu, 08/14/2025 - 14:20
A small rise in the NHS backlog prompts questions about how well ministers are doing on improving waits.
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NHS tracker - are hospital waiting times improving near you?

Thu, 08/14/2025 - 13:37
Use our interactive tracker to see if treatment waits are getting better at your local hospital.
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Sliced Bread

Thu, 08/14/2025 - 08:00
Is expensive salt better for your health?
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Expectant mothers encouraged to use vital service

Thu, 08/14/2025 - 07:44
Women across the East of England are now able to self-refer to local maternity services online.
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UK cases of mosquito-borne virus more than double

Thu, 08/14/2025 - 04:22
More than 70 cases of the chikungunya virus were reported in the UK in the first six months of this year.
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ADHD drugs have wider life benefits, study suggests

Thu, 08/14/2025 - 02:07
A study has linked ADHD drugs to reduced substance misuse, suicide, transport accidents and criminality.
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Survival rates for most deadly cancers making little progress, experts warn

Wed, 08/13/2025 - 03:53
Half of people with cancer survive but lack of progress for some forms of disease is worrying experts.
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Driving theory test to include CPR first aid questions

Wed, 08/13/2025 - 03:36
Experts hope to boost cardiac arrest survival rates, with 2.4 million people sitting the test each year.
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What should you look for when choosing sunscreen?

Tue, 08/12/2025 - 15:48
What to look for when choosing sunscreen and how to apply it to get the maximum protection.
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What are UV levels and how can you protect yourself?

Tue, 08/12/2025 - 15:47
How dangerous is UV radiation and how can you protect yourself when levels are high?
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Cats develop dementia in a similar way to humans

Tue, 08/12/2025 - 15:46
Scientists in Edinburgh believe the discovery could help their research into new treatments for Alzheimer's.
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When is it too hot to walk your dog?

Tue, 08/12/2025 - 14:50
How to make sure your pets are cool and comfortable during periods of hot weather.
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Men being over-treated for prostate cancer, says charity

Tue, 08/12/2025 - 13:43
More low-risk cancers could be monitored rather than treated, avoiding significant side effects, says a charity.
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Inside Health

Tue, 08/12/2025 - 12:00
We investigate the safety of melatonin as a sleep aid, and should you eat your placenta?
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How do heat health alerts work?

Tue, 08/12/2025 - 11:01
The weather alert service warns the public when high or low temperatures could damage their health.
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What to do if you think someone has heat exhaustion or heatstroke

Tue, 08/12/2025 - 10:58
Know the signs and what to do if someone is unwell in hot weather.
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What does hot weather do to the body?

Tue, 08/12/2025 - 10:54
Hot weather during the summer can affect anyone, but some people run a greater risk of serious harm.
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Hot weather: How to sleep in the heat

Tue, 08/12/2025 - 10:50
Simple tips to help you get a good night's sleep during hot weather.
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Knee implant used by NHS known for years to be faulty

Tue, 08/12/2025 - 08:00
Patients say they were left immobile or addicted to painkillers after receiving the NexGen implant.
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