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The struggle to get hold of medication in England is set to get worse

People living with conditions include heart problems, stroke risks, eye infections and bipolar are unable to get hold of the drugs they rely on.

'We felt we had to miscarry again to get the help we needed'

An early care scheme could prevent thousands of miscarriages a year.

How can a heart rate tracker help you?

How can a heart rate tracker help you? Dr Oscar explains.

'Amazing' moment for communities given right to buy for the first time

Ministers say the new law in England gives power to local people who want to help others.

Women can wait years for an endometriosis diagnosis. New tech could change that

A new scan technique could spot areas of endometriosis missed by conventional scans, scientists say.

Claimants in Johnson & Johnson talcum powder case rise to 7,000

The case, which opened in the High Court on Wednesday, originally involved 3,000 claimants and is set to become the largest product liability case in UK history.

How to check whether you have bowel cancer

What are the main symptoms and causes of bowel cancer, and how can you reduce your risk of getting it?

11 cancers on the rise in young people - scientists find first clue why it's happening

Researchers stress that simple lifestyle changes can still significantly reduce the risk of cancer.

Girl, 6, has sight restored through gene therapy

Saffie's mum says Luxturna therapy at Great Ormond Street has been like "someone waved a magic wand".

Your pint could come with a surprising health benefit

Beer provides "substantial levels" of vitamin B6 into your diet, according to new research.

High Street mini-marts selling cocaine, cannabis and prescription drugs, BBC secret filming reveals

Across the UK, shopfronts are being exploited by criminal gangs pushing illegal drugs, experts say.

'I paid for a private hysterectomy'

Rachel Moore spent years in debilitating chronic pain due to the womb disease, adenomyosis.

The viral manifesto of 'anti-woke' tech boss with NHS and defence contracts

The boss of the controversial tech company with UK government contracts published a 22-point plan on the future of the West.

What NHS challenges does the election winner face?

There are currently 687,958 people waiting for any type of NHS treatment in Wales.

I'm on six different NHS waiting lists - it's taking over my life

Amy-Jane Davies is one of 687,958 waiting for any type of NHS treatment in Wales.

'I'm the lucky one' - more than one in three young men now live with their parents

Last year, the highest proportion of men aged 20-34 were still living at home since at least 2007 as the rising cost of living takes hold.

'Adenomyosis ruined my life'

Rachel Moore is raising awareness for adenomyosis a womb disease which she said has ruined her life.

I'm on six different NHS waiting lists - it's taking over my life

Amy-Jane Davies is one of 713,048 people in Wales waiting for any type of NHS treatment.

Bird flu vaccine trial against potential pandemic strain begins

The jab targets the H5N1 flu strain which has caused devastating infections in bird populations worldwide, but has yet to spread between humans.

Is the calisthenics trend inclusive enough for women?

Sport England have recorded a 12% increase in women taking part in gym-based fitness

Fall prevention services in your area

Fall prevention services in your area

Bird flu vaccine trial against potential pandemic strain begins

The jab targets the H5N1 flu strain which has caused devastating infections in bird populations worldwide, but has yet to spread between humans.

Three young people contract meningitis in Weymouth

Young people are to be offered the MenB vaccine after three cases of meningitis were confirmed.

Maternity boss 'confident' as unit reopens

Staff say they have addressed concerns over staffing, equipment and learning from serious incidents.

Redesigned ball could reduce heading impact - scientists

Scientists believe footballs could be designed to reduce the impact of heading after new research discovered the action caused a previously unreported pressure wave energy transfer to the brain.

'My lonely start to adulthood with endometriosis'

Evie Solomon has started a support group for women due to her experience while being diagnosed.

Fuel rations and free buses: How countries have responded to rising oil prices

Governments around the world have introduced measures to limit the impact of price increases.

Lawmakers clash with RFK Jr as he shifts focus away from vaccines

During a three-hour hearing, the US health secretary tried to focus on chronic disease while being pressed on vaccines.

The Food Chain

So you think you eat enough fibre? You probably don't. Here's what to do about it.

Should you really trust health advice from an AI chatbot?

Abi has had very mixed results when asking a chatbot for guidance about her health issues.

Breakthrough £90,000 Alzheimer's drugs unlikely to benefit patients, report suggests

A major review has provoked a backlash after concluding the medicines provide too little benefit to be noticed.

Senior midwife appointed to maternity inquiry

Senior midwife Donna Ockenden will review maternity services in Sussex after a campaign by families.

No, Kim K did not really wear this t-shirt at Coachella...

BBC Verify breaks down how fake viral images of celebrities at Coachella are actually AI generated.

Trans woman leaves role with women's health charity

Steph Richards' endometriosis charity work was criticised by former Home Secretary Suella Braverman.

The Food Chain

So you think you eat enough fibre? You probably don't. Here's what to do about it.

The Food Chain

So you think you eat enough fibre? You probably don't. Here's what to do about it.

The Food Chain

So you think you eat enough fibre? You probably don't. Here's what to do about it.

Is the bite of the false widow spider dangerous?

Experts say noble false widow spiders could be to blame for an increase in bites being treated in hospital.

Wellbeing garden opens to combat isolation

The outdoor area at Yarm Wellness will officially open to the public on Saturday.

A cold could kill my daughter - hospital visits feel like a death sentence

Rebecca Quayle, who has terminal cancer, has had to wait in A&E with people coughing and taking Covid tests.

Don't feel like exercising? Maybe it's the wrong time of day for you

Time your workout to your body clock, health researchers advise based on latest evidence.

'I'm not being listened to' - new health plan launched as women say they are still ignored

New plans to improve healthcare for women and girls have been set out, but will they change anything?

Inside Health

James Gallagher is joined by experts to answer key questions on the meningitis outbreak.

Doctors' strikes can have surprising benefits - but are they sustainable?

Some hospital trusts tell the BBC previous action has seen shorter waits, faster decisions and calmer corridors.

Fewer heat-related deaths in 2025 despite warmest summer

Summer 2025 was the warmest UK summer on record, with four heatwaves, a top temperature of nearly 38C and a mean temperature of 16.1C

Prince William praises £20m milestone for Bowelbabe fund

The Bowelbabe fund, set up by Dame Deborah James in 2022, helps to support Cancer Research UK.

'Doctors strikes' and 'paw prints in space'

A round-up of stories from local newspapers and the BBC from the past week in the West of England.

Why weight-loss jabs work better for some people than others

People who carry variations in two genes linked to appetite and digestion can lose more weight when taking drugs such as Wegovy and Mounjaro to treat obesity, research suggests.

Weight-loss jabs will be offered on NHS for people at risk of further heart attacks

More than a million people in England will start being offered the anti-obesity jab for better heart health and to avoid strokes.

Incontinence problems leave me 'leaking while competing'

Aimee Oliver's problems began in her 20s following the birth of her first child.

Incontinence problems leave me 'leaking while competing'

Aimee Oliver never imagined that giving birth would ultimately cause her to need surgery for incontinence.

Hospitals coping well with doctors' strike so far - NHS boss

Resident doctors in England – the new name for junior doctors – are taking part in their 15th walkout in a long-running pay dispute.

Researchers look into island's health benefits

The team aims to find out what it is about the Isle of Wight that makes people feel better.

Women in Northern Ireland welcome introduction of miscarriage leave

Northern Ireland has become the first part of the UK where a woman and her partner are entitled to two weeks of paid leave if they experience a miscarriage at any stage of pregnancy.

Why are resident doctors striking and how much are they paid?

Resident doctors in England are striking between 7 and 13 April, the 15th walkout in a long-running dispute.

Cancer patient furious as strike delays appointment

Stuart Sims says he feels let down after a cardiology appointment was cancelled due to the action.

Disruption expected as six-day doctors' strike begins

The NHS is advising patients in England to only use emergency services when necessary but attend any confirmed appointments.

Don't put off treatment during doctors' strike, NHS tells patients

The strike comes at the end of the bank holiday weekend and NHS managers fear demand could be "challenging".

Newly qualified paramedics told to apply for jobs abroad due to hire freeze

The Welsh Ambulance Service said newly qualified paramedics would not be offered roles this year due to "financial and operational issues".

AR tech prepares patients for endometriosis surgery

The images are used in consultations to show what happens to the womb, ovaries and fallopian tubes.

Men's group hopes to eases strain on NHS services

"I want to tackle loneliness and we feel like this group can do that," the organisation's founder says.

Doctors lose new jobs package as strike to go ahead

The offer of 1,000 more training posts has been withdrawn after the union refused to scrap the planned six-day strike.

Inside Health

James Gallagher finds out how a hot flush feels - and delves into a new treatment.

Inside Health

James Gallagher finds out how a hot flush feels - and delves into a new treatment.

Warning to patients ahead of next doctors' strike

The industrial action is due to start on 7 April and there is likely to be disruption to services.

Warning to patients ahead of next doctors' strike

The industrial action is due to start on 7 April and there is likely to be disruption to services.

My daughter has childhood dementia and may not live past 16

Diagnosed just before her fourth birthday, Sophia, now 15, can no longer speak and cannot walk unaided.