Is vaginal microbiome testing worth it?

Health News BBC - Tue, 06/23/2026 - 19:30
Testing the vagina microbiome is increasing in popularity with companies offering at-home tests
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Is vaginal microbiome testing worth it?

Health News BBC - Tue, 06/23/2026 - 19:30
Testing the vagina microbiome is increasing in popularity with companies offering at-home tests
Categories: World News

Drowning deaths soar in France as Europe buckles in peak of heatwave

Scientific News BBC - Tue, 06/23/2026 - 19:27
Forty people have drowned in heatwave-related deaths in France since last Thursday, Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu says.
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Drowning deaths soar in France as Europe buckles in peak of heatwave

Scientific News BBC - Tue, 06/23/2026 - 19:27
Forty people have drowned in heatwave-related deaths in France since last Thursday, Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu says.
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From cool-down spots to chalk on windows - how Europe is coping with the heat

Scientific News BBC - Tue, 06/23/2026 - 17:19
People across the continent are taking measures to cope with the searing temperatures gripping Europe.
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Red squirrel sickness reports under investigation

Scientific News BBC - Tue, 06/23/2026 - 13:52
Tests are being carried out to establish if there is an outbreak of squirrelpox in the Borders.
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Spider which uses spring trap to capture prey discovered in Australia

Scientific News BBC - Tue, 06/23/2026 - 13:05
Researchers say their hunting method - which allows them to prey on dangerous ants - is unprecedented.
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All in the Mind

Health News BBC - Tue, 06/23/2026 - 12:00
What does the evidence tell us?
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'Right to grow' helping wild flowers bloom

Scientific News BBC - Tue, 06/23/2026 - 09:05
Supporters say growing flowers or food on unused land can improve mental health and local pride.
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Special buoys mark sensitive seagrass habitats

Scientific News BBC - Tue, 06/23/2026 - 08:29
Special buoys and voluntary no-anchor zones mark sensitive seagrass habitats.
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Seabed damaged by fishing showing signs of recovery

Scientific News BBC - Tue, 06/23/2026 - 08:16
Campaigners say improvements to the area trashed by illegal dredging show that marine protection works.
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Seabed damaged by fishing showing signs of recovery

Scientific News BBC - Tue, 06/23/2026 - 08:16
Campaigners say improvements to the area trashed by illegal dredging show that marine protection works.
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MoD papers show chemicals washed down drain at base

Scientific News BBC - Tue, 06/23/2026 - 08:00
Renewed calls for forever chemical investigation following the release of historical site documents.
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Is watching England in the World Cup bad for your health?

Health News BBC - Tue, 06/23/2026 - 07:30
Watching football is an emotional rollercoaster - but is it good or bad for your health?
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Australia's coal and gas exports violate our human rights, group says in new UN case

Scientific News BBC - Tue, 06/23/2026 - 06:55
The group says that it is unlawful for Australia to continue approving fossil fuel exports without protecting its citizens.
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Australia's coal and gas exports violate our human rights, group says in new UN case

Scientific News BBC - Tue, 06/23/2026 - 06:55
The group says that it is unlawful for Australia to continue approving fossil fuel exports without protecting its citizens.
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First drug to delay onset of type 1 diabetes made available on NHS

Health News BBC - Tue, 06/23/2026 - 02:44
The immunotherpay can give children and adults three extra years before they need to use insulin.
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Puberty blocker trial will help reduce harm, says Cass report author

Health News BBC - Mon, 06/22/2026 - 23:30
Dr Hilary Cass says she is "absolutely convinced that more children will be harmed if we don't do the trial than if we do."
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What does hot weather do to the body?

Health News BBC - Mon, 06/22/2026 - 16:48
Hot weather during the summer can affect anyone, but some people run a greater risk of serious harm.
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What are UV levels and how can you protect yourself?

Scientific News BBC - Mon, 06/22/2026 - 16:43
Some UV exposure is essential for our wellbeing, but too much is damaging and can cause skin cancer.
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