Health
Hundreds of children die within months as measles cases soar in Bangladesh
Hundreds of children have died from measles in Bangladesh, prompting a nationwide vaccination drive. One family’s tragedy highlights vaccine access barriers and hospital transmission risks.
'We knew somebody would die': Teenage patients 'ignored' before fatal NHS trust failures
Teenage patients allege their suicide warnings were ignored by the Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Trust before three young women died. Families now campaign for a public inquiry into these systemic failures.
What are UV levels and how can you protect yourself?
UK UV levels are unusually high, increasing risks of skin cancer and aging. Protect yourself by limiting sun exposure during peak hours and using sunscreen.
Australia confirms first diphtheria death amid worst outbreak in decades
Australia confirmed its first diphtheria death in years amid its worst outbreak since 1991, with 245 cases concentrated in remote Indigenous communities.
PCOS name change 'more representative of condition'
PCOS is renamed PMOS to reflect its whole-body nature, moving beyond the misleading ovarian focus. Experts urge professional diagnosis over social media misinformation.
Excessive social media 'negatively impacts wellbeing'
The World Happiness Report links excessive social media use to declining wellbeing, especially among Western youth. While moderate use helps, heavy consumption correlates with significant mental health losses.
Ebola risk raised to 'very high' in DR Congo
WHO raised the Ebola risk in DR Congo to "very high" due to the lethal Bundibugyo strain. Researchers are accelerating vaccine development, with Oxford aiming for trials in months.
Why illegal children's homes are being paid up to £2m per child by councils
Despite a 2021 ban, councils pay up to £2m annually for illegal children’s homes. This occurs as authorities struggle to house vulnerable youth, placing them in substandard, unregulated facilities.
'Adenomyosis may be invisible, its impact is not'
Adenomyosis causes severe, often dismissed pain in women, as shared by patients like Mathilde Barker. Despite being invisible, its debilitating impact highlights systemic gaps in women's healthcare.
I tried the UK's 'saltiest' sandwich - here's what I learned
The author ate the UK’s saltiest sandwich to test its effects, finding it delicious despite exceeding daily limits. This experience highlighted the health risks of excessive sodium consumption.
Who is James Murray, the new health secretary replacing Wes Streeting?
James Murray replaces Wes Streeting as Health Secretary, bringing local government experience and a personal connection to the NHS. He faces immediate challenges in reducing waiting lists despite a steep learning curve.
Mums' choir leader 'baffled' by park fee structure
Bristol choir leader Julia Turner petitions against park fees, baffled that she pays more than dog walkers. She argues the costs threaten affordable mental health support for new mothers.
Calls for Reformer Pilates regulation amid boom
Amid a tenfold UK industry surge, experts urge Reformer Pilates regulation to address safety risks from underqualified instructors trained via abbreviated programs.
Bird flu vaccine trial against potential pandemic strain begins
The UK has launched a trial of an mRNA bird flu vaccine targeting the H5N1 strain, aiming to protect vulnerable groups against potential pandemic risks.
Rollout of Covid vaccines extraordinary feat - inquiry report
The UK’s Covid vaccine rollout is hailed as an "extraordinary feat" preventing 475,000 deaths, yet the inquiry urges reforms to address hesitancy and support injured individuals.
Vaccines a huge success, but public trust must be earned - key findings from Covid report
The UK pandemic inquiry praises the vaccine rollout as a triumph but warns that government overreach and misinformation have eroded public trust, necessitating efforts to restore confidence.
What is the UK Covid inquiry and how does it work?
The UK Covid inquiry, led by Baroness Hallett, examines the government’s pandemic response and vaccine efforts. It costs £192m, has heard from 350+ witnesses, and issues non-binding recommendations.
Wellbeing garden opens to combat isolation
A new wellbeing garden at Yarm Wellness opens Saturday to combat social isolation. It offers accessible plant beds and seating, expanding the hub’s community support services.
Doctors' strikes can have surprising benefits - but are they sustainable?
Doctor strikes surprisingly boosted efficiency via streamlined decisions, but this relied on unsustainable makeshift solutions and temporary factors like low flu cases.
'Doctors strikes' and 'paw prints in space'
West of England doctors near the end of a pay strike, while a former lion’s paw print inspires potential NASA rover tire designs.