Low aspirin dose ‘reduces cancer risk in some patients’, Newcastle University-led study says
BBC Designer Nick James, who has lost most of his family to cancer, was first on the trial A study to find the right dose of aspirin to reduce the…
At-home HPV test kits to be offered to thousands of women in England
Getty Images For the first time, at-home HPV tests will be offered to some women in England Women who have delayed coming forward for cervical screening will be offered a…
National investigation into maternity care announced
Health Secretary Wes Streeting has announced a national investigation into maternity care in England. The “rapid” inquiry will urgently look at the worst-performing maternity and neonatal services in the country,…
Mounjaro weight loss jab available at GPs
Smitha Mundasad Health reporter Getty Images Weight loss injections like Mounjaro and Wegovy are available in specialist weight loss clinics Prescriptions for Mounjaro jabs, to help people lose weight, will…
Why quick fixes won’t lower our cortisol levels
Ruth Clegg Health and wellbeing reporter Getty Images It could apparently change the shape of my face, add pounds to my midriff, and even make my hair fall out. I…
Support group helps Bristol woman with endometriosis
A 21-year-old living with stage three endometriosis said a support group has helped her to feel less lonely. Mia Harrison, who lives in Bristol, has suffered with the condition since…
NHS plans to DNA test all babies in England to assess disease risk
Every newborn baby in England will have their DNA mapped to assess their risk of hundreds of diseases, under NHS plans for the next 10 years. The scheme, first reported…
The heat and emotion of today’s significant vote
Fergus Walsh Medical editor PA Campaigners hold placards outside parliament in London Today’s vote is hugely significant. It now looks highly likely that assisted dying will be introduced in England…
Voices from both sides of debate discuss assisted dying bill
A group of protesters a gathered at Parliament Square as MPs debate the final stage of a bill today which could legalise assisted dying in England and Wales. One woman…
What next for troubled Nottingham NHS trust after £1.6m fine?
Asha Patel BBC News, Nottingham BBC Nottingham University Hospitals (NUH) NHS Trust oversees two main hospitals – Nottingham City Hospital (pictured) and the Queen’s Medical Centre The NHS is largely…