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'Life-saving' mums charity could close waiting list

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 05:20:34 GMT

The charity recently lost out on a bid for funding and now might have to close its waiting list.

Open wounds and eyes that can't close - women warn about cheap bleph eyelid surgery

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 05:00:25 GMT

A concerning number of patients are reporting problems from treatment abroad, say doctors.

Hidden habits that make your social anxiety worse - and how to break them

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 00:44:50 GMT

Social anxiety is more common than many think. Here's what you need to know about the condition.

Burnham vows to end existing pension triple lock in 2030 to help fund care

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 17:39:06 GMT

The PM was at times emotional during his conference speech in which he outlined his long-term plan for the UK.

Baby termination was 'our most loving choice'

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 05:07:21 GMT

Rosanna Brown was advised to end her pregnancy because her baby had a life-threatening condition.

Covid inquiry PPE report - key findings

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 12:45:44 GMT

What went wrong with the government's planning and buying of vital items like gloves and gowns that cost taxpayers billions of pounds.

Starting uni? What to know about the free NHS meningitis B jab in England

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 01:00:09 GMT

It follows the UK's largest and fastest growing meningitis B outbreak to date in Kent earlier this year.

I found out I had cancer when my son kicked me

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 10:02:18 GMT

Ben Lidgey was accidentally kicked in the testicles by his son, which may have saved his life

Menstrual fitness: Why some women are 'cycle-syncing' their workouts

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 23:22:05 GMT

Menstrual cycles are highly individual, making blanket advice found on social media difficult to apply, researchers say.

Survey to show 'vital insight' of children's lives

Sat, 26 Sep 2026 11:11:16 GMT

Statistics Jersey says the ?2026?Children and Young People’s Survey?will open in October.

Consultants and specialist doctors take strike action over pay

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 18:26:34 GMT

Full emergency cover remained in place and patients were told to attend all scheduled appointments unless advised otherwise.

Family told to call locksmith over mental health fears

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 04:57:25 GMT

A force should have flagged mental health services after a family called about their son, IOPC says.

Inside Health

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT

Also, running during pregnancy and how to recover.

'That nagging feeling of dread': Is 'hang-xiety' a real thing?

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 23:31:52 GMT

For some, a hangover can start an anxious spiral. We spoke to experts about the reasons why.

A&E to remain open as doctors' strike called off

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 14:15:17 GMT

Resident doctor strikes are now on pause while they consider a new pay offer form the government.

'Cancer checks harder' to do in 10-minute appointments with GP

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 05:06:41 GMT

Dr Amara Naseem says appointment times are not long enough to get the information she needs.

New global guidelines warn against obesity drugs for children under 10

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 08:07:54 GMT

Care should focus on healthy eating and exercise, not medicines such as weight-loss injections, says the World Health Organization

Seated exercises help physical and mental health

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 11:50:01 GMT

Laugh, Move & Groove, nominated for the Make a Difference Awards, holds sessions around Jersey.

Scrapping pensions triple lock 'morally wrong', says union boss

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 09:10:03 GMT

Andy Burnham wants to outline his ideas for a free-at-the-point-of-use social care system in his first speech to Labour conference as prime minister.

'People forget we exist': Why older LGBTQ+ people fear losing identity

Sat, 19 Sep 2026 23:18:46 GMT

A report suggests older LGBTQ+ people experience more social isolation than their heterosexual peers.

UK wasted £10bn on PPE that left NHS staff poorly protected, Covid inquiry finds

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 12:12:53 GMT

Healthcare staff were unable to properly protect themselves, or those in their care, from dangerous infections, says the latest inquiry report.

Resident doctors take strike action over pay

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 10:45:58 GMT

The BMA said there will "undoubtedly be cancellation of operations, outpatient appointments and elective care" but "patient safety will still be prioritised".

Why 'sleepmaxxing' could be making your sleep worse

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 00:41:27 GMT

The things you're doing to make your sleep better could actually be making your sleep worse.

Running costs of vaccine damage scheme more than double amount paid to victims

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 17:45:14 GMT

The cost of administration and medical checks has now topped £83m, according to new figures.

Resident doctors cancel strike after new offer from government

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 20:46:11 GMT

The walkout had been due to start at 07:00 BST on Monday and last until Friday.

'World-first' vaccine designed by artificial intelligence

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 23:29:06 GMT

Cambridge scientists say they have, for the first time, tested a vaccine designed by AI.

'I thought I was a monster... but it was my OCD'

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 11:33:46 GMT

'I thought I was a monster... but it was my OCD'

Nobel Prize awarded for revealing inner workings of the brain

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 11:04:37 GMT

US psychiatrist and neurologist Karl Deisseroth and his German colleagues Peter Hegemann and Georg Nagel have been awarded for their work.

Which emergency foods should you stock up on?

Mon, 21 Sep 2026 05:22:09 GMT

The BBC's Annabel Rackham shares some dos and don'ts, following government advice in case of food supply chain disruption.

Inside Health

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 10:12:00 GMT

Millions of people still have long Covid, yet a cure still isn't quite within reach.

Inside Health

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT

Plus, how much do people really change their habits for a free coffee?

Coroner warns of risk of future deaths at mental health unit where patient was killed

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 23:59:44 GMT

Hugo Flint-Cahan, 34, was fatally attacked by Rolando Torres-Pena, 22, at a mental health trust in east London.

What does hot weather do to the body?

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 13:48:18 GMT

Hot weather during the summer can affect anyone, but some people run a greater risk of serious harm.

'Like a hangover': Why your partner's snoring could be impacting your health

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 23:56:18 GMT

Sleeping next to a snorer could be having a negative effect on your health, experts tell the BBC.

More protein or less? The foods to get you through a heatwave

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 09:05:56 GMT

When turning on the oven is a no-no and you're bored of salads, these foods (and drinks) will help to beat the heat.

The Conversation

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Two women discuss turning crime scenes back into homes

Inside India's forest villages, where a dangerous mix of crises led to 32 child deaths

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 23:41:34 GMT

At least 32 children have died in India's Balaghat district since May amid outbreaks of measles and malaria.

Inside Health

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT

How understanding inflammation could transform treatments from cancer to Alzheimer’s.

Cancer patient hit with £680 in parking charges

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 17:05:18 GMT

Jeremy received four parking notices at Queen Alexandra Hospital after his free exemption expired.

'Perimenopause cost me my job and family life'

Sat, 03 Oct 2026 09:54:27 GMT

Sally Williams says she wants other women to be aware of the "danger zone" of perimenopause.

How to find your perfect pillow - according to an expert

Mon, 28 Sep 2026 09:45:37 GMT

Dr Chris McCarthy talks through the four considerations you need to make before buying your pillow.

Alcohol consumption scorecard to help track intake

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 08:57:09 GMT

The Health Improvement Commission says it is to help people get a clearer picture of their intake.

Fresh bedsheets and dusk walks: Expert tips for sleep-deprived freshers

Tue, 22 Sep 2026 23:20:56 GMT

Why it's a good idea to get out for an evening stroll, and other essential sleep advice for students.

Parents' plea for kidney transplant for daughter

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 16:01:40 GMT

Four-year-old Aryia needs a kidney transplant after doctors ruled out her parents as donors.

UK begins trials of Ebola vaccine developed in just eight weeks

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 08:00:16 GMT

The UK medicines regulator has given approval for an experimental vaccine to be tested on healthy adults.

Ten NHS trusts referred over monitoring consent

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 05:42:35 GMT

Infrared technology is used in patients' bedrooms and can monitor their breathing and pulse.

What are the symptoms of meningitis and how is it spread?

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 13:27:27 GMT

Some people can carry bacteria in their nose or throat without getting sick, but can spread it to others.

Doctors vote to take strike action in row over pay

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 10:08:16 GMT

The British Medical Association is in dispute with Manx Care over "pay erosion since 2008".

Early Lampard findings could come within weeks

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 05:20:22 GMT

Early recommendations could be issued if evidence highlights patient safety risks, the chair says.

Family of woman who died after 'misread' smear test join calls for inquiry

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 17:00:21 GMT

Relatives of Louise Corbett Gibbons support the campaign for an inquiry into screening services.

New NHS-style social care system could take decades, Dilnot says

Mon, 28 Sep 2026 12:10:54 GMT

Sir Andrew Dilnot, who proposed reforms 15 years ago, says the cost of such a scheme would be "very substantial".

One million UK people who have never smoked are now vaping

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:09:28 GMT

Latest statistics also show, for the second year in a row, more over-16s vape than smoke.



		BBC News BBC News - Health 'Life-saving' mums charity could close waiting list Tue, 06 Oct 2026 05:20:34 GMT The charity recently lost out on a bid for funding and now might have to close its waiting list. Open wounds and eyes that can't close - women warn about cheap bleph eyelid surgery Wed, 23 Sep 2026 05:00:25 GMT A concerning number of patients are reporting problems from treatment abroad, say doctors. Hidden habits that make your social anxiety worse - and how to break them Wed, 30 Sep 2026 00:44:50 GMT Social anxiety is more common than many think. Here's what you need to know about the condition. Burnham vows to end existing pension triple lock in 2030 to help fund care Tue, 29 Sep 2026 17:39:06 GMT The PM was at times emotional during his conference speech in which he outlined his long-term plan for the UK. Baby termination was 'our most loving choice' Wed, 07 Oct 2026 05:07:21 GMT Rosanna Brown was advised to end her pregnancy because her baby had a life-threatening condition. Covid inquiry PPE report - key findings Tue, 14 Jul 2026 12:45:44 GMT What went wrong with the government's planning and buying of vital items like gloves and gowns that cost taxpayers billions of pounds. Starting uni? What to know about the free NHS meningitis B jab in England Mon, 03 Aug 2026 01:00:09 GMT It follows the UK's largest and fastest growing meningitis B outbreak to date in Kent earlier this year. I found out I had cancer when my son kicked me Mon, 05 Oct 2026 10:02:18 GMT Ben Lidgey was accidentally kicked in the testicles by his son, which may have saved his life Menstrual fitness: Why some women are 'cycle-syncing' their workouts Wed, 09 Sep 2026 23:22:05 GMT Menstrual cycles are highly individual, making blanket advice found on social media difficult to apply, researchers say. Survey to show 'vital insight' of children's lives Sat, 26 Sep 2026 11:11:16 GMT Statistics Jersey says the ?2026?Children and Young People’s Survey?will open in October. Consultants and specialist doctors take strike action over pay Thu, 25 Jun 2026 18:26:34 GMT Full emergency cover remained in place and patients were told to attend all scheduled appointments unless advised otherwise. Family told to call locksmith over mental health fears Wed, 30 Sep 2026 04:57:25 GMT A force should have flagged mental health services after a family called about their son, IOPC says. Inside Health Tue, 21 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT Also, running during pregnancy and how to recover. 'That nagging feeling of dread': Is 'hang-xiety' a real thing? Tue, 06 Oct 2026 23:31:52 GMT For some, a hangover can start an anxious spiral. We spoke to experts about the reasons why. A&E to remain open as doctors' strike called off Sun, 14 Jun 2026 14:15:17 GMT Resident doctor strikes are now on pause while they consider a new pay offer form the government. 'Cancer checks harder' to do in 10-minute appointments with GP Tue, 06 Oct 2026 05:06:41 GMT Dr Amara Naseem says appointment times are not long enough to get the information she needs. New global guidelines warn against obesity drugs for children under 10 Wed, 07 Oct 2026 08:07:54 GMT Care should focus on healthy eating and exercise, not medicines such as weight-loss injections, says the World Health Organization Seated exercises help physical and mental health Wed, 16 Sep 2026 11:50:01 GMT Laugh, Move & Groove, nominated for the Make a Difference Awards, holds sessions around Jersey. Scrapping pensions triple lock 'morally wrong', says union boss Tue, 29 Sep 2026 09:10:03 GMT Andy Burnham wants to outline his ideas for a free-at-the-point-of-use social care system in his first speech to Labour conference as prime minister. 'People forget we exist': Why older LGBTQ+ people fear losing identity Sat, 19 Sep 2026 23:18:46 GMT A report suggests older LGBTQ+ people experience more social isolation than their heterosexual peers. UK wasted £10bn on PPE that left NHS staff poorly protected, Covid inquiry finds Tue, 14 Jul 2026 12:12:53 GMT Healthcare staff were unable to properly protect themselves, or those in their care, from dangerous infections, says the latest inquiry report. Resident doctors take strike action over pay Mon, 29 Jun 2026 10:45:58 GMT The BMA said there will "undoubtedly be cancellation of operations, outpatient appointments and elective care" but "patient safety will still be prioritised". Why 'sleepmaxxing' could be making your sleep worse Thu, 03 Sep 2026 00:41:27 GMT The things you're doing to make your sleep better could actually be making your sleep worse. Running costs of vaccine damage scheme more than double amount paid to victims Fri, 11 Sep 2026 17:45:14 GMT The cost of administration and medical checks has now topped £83m, according to new figures. Resident doctors cancel strike after new offer from government Sat, 13 Jun 2026 20:46:11 GMT The walkout had been due to start at 07:00 BST on Monday and last until Friday. 'World-first' vaccine designed by artificial intelligence Thu, 04 Jun 2026 23:29:06 GMT Cambridge scientists say they have, for the first time, tested a vaccine designed by AI. 'I thought I was a monster... but it was my OCD' Tue, 06 Oct 2026 11:33:46 GMT 'I thought I was a monster... but it was my OCD' Nobel Prize awarded for revealing inner workings of the brain Mon, 05 Oct 2026 11:04:37 GMT US psychiatrist and neurologist Karl Deisseroth and his German colleagues Peter Hegemann and Georg Nagel have been awarded for their work. Which emergency foods should you stock up on? Mon, 21 Sep 2026 05:22:09 GMT The BBC's Annabel Rackham shares some dos and don'ts, following government advice in case of food supply chain disruption. Inside Health Wed, 05 Aug 2026 10:12:00 GMT Millions of people still have long Covid, yet a cure still isn't quite within reach. Inside Health Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT Plus, how much do people really change their habits for a free coffee? Coroner warns of risk of future deaths at mental health unit where patient was killed Thu, 01 Oct 2026 23:59:44 GMT Hugo Flint-Cahan, 34, was fatally attacked by Rolando Torres-Pena, 22, at a mental health trust in east London. What does hot weather do to the body? Mon, 22 Jun 2026 13:48:18 GMT Hot weather during the summer can affect anyone, but some people run a greater risk of serious harm. 'Like a hangover': Why your partner's snoring could be impacting your health Thu, 10 Sep 2026 23:56:18 GMT Sleeping next to a snorer could be having a negative effect on your health, experts tell the BBC. More protein or less? The foods to get you through a heatwave Wed, 08 Jul 2026 09:05:56 GMT When turning on the oven is a no-no and you're bored of salads, these foods (and drinks) will help to beat the heat. The Conversation Mon, 05 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT Two women discuss turning crime scenes back into homes Inside India's forest villages, where a dangerous mix of crises led to 32 child deaths Wed, 30 Sep 2026 23:41:34 GMT At least 32 children have died in India's Balaghat district since May amid outbreaks of measles and malaria. Inside Health Tue, 28 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT How understanding inflammation could transform treatments from cancer to Alzheimer’s. Cancer patient hit with £680 in parking charges Tue, 06 Oct 2026 17:05:18 GMT Jeremy received four parking notices at Queen Alexandra Hospital after his free exemption expired. 'Perimenopause cost me my job and family life' Sat, 03 Oct 2026 09:54:27 GMT Sally Williams says she wants other women to be aware of the "danger zone" of perimenopause. How to find your perfect pillow - according to an expert Mon, 28 Sep 2026 09:45:37 GMT Dr Chris McCarthy talks through the four considerations you need to make before buying your pillow. Alcohol consumption scorecard to help track intake Wed, 16 Sep 2026 08:57:09 GMT The Health Improvement Commission says it is to help people get a clearer picture of their intake. Fresh bedsheets and dusk walks: Expert tips for sleep-deprived freshers Tue, 22 Sep 2026 23:20:56 GMT Why it's a good idea to get out for an evening stroll, and other essential sleep advice for students. Parents' plea for kidney transplant for daughter Mon, 05 Oct 2026 16:01:40 GMT Four-year-old Aryia needs a kidney transplant after doctors ruled out her parents as donors. UK begins trials of Ebola vaccine developed in just eight weeks Mon, 13 Jul 2026 08:00:16 GMT The UK medicines regulator has given approval for an experimental vaccine to be tested on healthy adults. Ten NHS trusts referred over monitoring consent Tue, 06 Oct 2026 05:42:35 GMT Infrared technology is used in patients' bedrooms and can monitor their breathing and pulse. What are the symptoms of meningitis and how is it spread? Thu, 16 Jul 2026 13:27:27 GMT Some people can carry bacteria in their nose or throat without getting sick, but can spread it to others. Doctors vote to take strike action in row over pay Fri, 03 Jul 2026 10:08:16 GMT The British Medical Association is in dispute with Manx Care over "pay erosion since 2008". Early Lampard findings could come within weeks Mon, 05 Oct 2026 05:20:22 GMT Early recommendations could be issued if evidence highlights patient safety risks, the chair says. Family of woman who died after 'misread' smear test join calls for inquiry Tue, 06 Oct 2026 17:00:21 GMT Relatives of Louise Corbett Gibbons support the campaign for an inquiry into screening services. New NHS-style social care system could take decades, Dilnot says Mon, 28 Sep 2026 12:10:54 GMT Sir Andrew Dilnot, who proposed reforms 15 years ago, says the cost of such a scheme would be "very substantial". One million UK people who have never smoked are now vaping Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:09:28 GMT Latest statistics also show, for the second year in a row, more over-16s vape than smoke.

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