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BBC Health
Fears of two-tier health system as more turn to private care, says watchdog
The patient watchdog warns of two-tier service as polling shows numbers paying for care is on the rise.
16 Mar 2026 Read more →
BBC Health
Sculpting jaws, giving scores: Inside the world of looksmaxxing
Growing numbers of young men are going to great lengths to achieve what they see as the perfect face.
15 Mar 2026 Read more →
BBC Health Cancer
Woman found out she had terminal brain cancer after suitcase fell on her head
Lauren Macpherson was travelling home from a festival in London when her life changed forever.
13 Mar 2026 Read more →
NHS Gut & Digestion
UKHSA and Stablepharma highlight breakthrough with fridge-free tetanus and diphtheria vaccine
'Fridge-free' vaccines have huge potential for vaccine delivery in emergency response situations and the developing world.
13 Mar 2026 Read more →
BBC Health
AI toys for children misread emotions and respond inappropriately, researchers warn
In first study of its kind, Cambridge researchers found AI toys could misread some children's emotions.
13 Mar 2026 Read more →
BBC Health
Woman with rare blood feels ‘honoured’ to donate
A woman whose blood is so rare that it is frozen for up to three decades feels "very special".
13 Mar 2026 Read more →
BBC Health
NHS tracker – are hospital waiting times improving near you?
Use our interactive tracker to see if treatment waits are getting better at your local hospital.
12 Mar 2026 Read more →
BBC Health Cancer
Police probe breast cancer treatment allegations
The inquiry is being held over concerns of poor care at the County Durham and Darlington trust.
12 Mar 2026 Read more →
BBC Health Mental Health
Hundreds of GPs tell BBC they have never refused a fit note for mental health concerns
The number of fit notes issued has been rising, with more than 11.2m approved in England last year.
12 Mar 2026 Read more →
BBC Health Cancer
Proton beam hope for asbestos cancer patients
Mesothelioma is an incurable cancer linked to asbestos, but a trial hopes to prolong patient lives.
11 Mar 2026 Read more →
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