
BBC News - Health
Updated: 4 weeks 6 days ago
Thu, 06/25/2026 - 00:11
Experts say the cost of living, pandemic and boom in unhealthy food are behind the rise in cases.
Wed, 06/24/2026 - 19:39
Why are women’s bodies impacted by heat differently to men’s?
Wed, 06/24/2026 - 14:06
Families will continue to be failed unless the NHS makes meaningful changes, BBC's Michael Buchanan writes.
Wed, 06/24/2026 - 00:50
Sitting for prolonged periods is associated with health complications – but you can counteract the risks of a sedentary life.
Tue, 06/23/2026 - 05:30
Watching football is an emotional rollercoaster - but is it good or bad for your health?
Tue, 06/23/2026 - 00:44
The immunotherpay can give children and adults three extra years before they need to use insulin.
Mon, 06/22/2026 - 21:30
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."
Mon, 06/22/2026 - 14:48
Hot weather during the summer can affect anyone, but some people run a greater risk of serious harm.
Mon, 06/22/2026 - 14:43
Some UV exposure is essential for our wellbeing, but too much is damaging and can cause skin cancer.
Mon, 06/22/2026 - 12:05
Know the signs and what to do if someone is unwell in hot weather.
Mon, 06/22/2026 - 06:08
From the autumn a new Water Safety Forum is being introduced to primary and secondary schools.
Sun, 06/21/2026 - 06:23
One in five men dies before the age of 65 but getting help sooner could save lives.
Sun, 06/21/2026 - 02:48
The presenter shared his "aggressive" cancer diagnosis on an episode of Clarkson's Farm earlier this week.
Fri, 06/19/2026 - 17:18
Gender-questioning children will have to be at least 11 years old to take part in a clinical trial of puberty-blocking drugs.
Wed, 06/17/2026 - 06:39
Caroline Fonjock says she owes her life to the medics who quickly diagnosed and treated her.
Sun, 06/14/2026 - 15:15
Resident doctor strikes are now on pause while they consider a new pay offer form the government.
Sun, 06/14/2026 - 12:09
The results could help the government plan and deliver services in the future, officials say.
Sat, 06/13/2026 - 21:46
The walkout had been due to start at 07:00 BST on Monday and last until Friday.
Fri, 06/12/2026 - 16:03
The British Medical Association has announced more strike action in an ongoing dispute over pay.
Fri, 06/12/2026 - 11:40
Only select groups of teenagers and some young people will be eligible for the vaccine. Here's why.