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What are the symptoms of prostate cancer and what should you check for?

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 08:26:23 GMT

One in eight men in the UK will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in their lifetime.

What a hair loss breakthrough could mean for women like me

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 23:42:35 GMT

As scientists edge closer to new treatments for hair loss, Victoria Derbyshire examines what such breakthroughs could mean for women.

Breakthrough ovarian cancer drug offers patients more time and better quality of life

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 23:34:59 GMT

Women taking the drug, which is kinder on the body, tell the BBC it has given them their lives back.

'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.

1 in 4 births in England now by emergency C-section

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 09:12:09 GMT

A quarter of all babies in England are now delivered by emergency caesarean operations, BBC analysis shows - marking a significant rise over the last five years.

Why renaming my health condition could help other women

Sun, 31 May 2026 06:13:43 GMT

Rochelle Lewis is among more than 170 million woman globally to be diagnosed with PCOS.

One in four births in England is now emergency caesarean, BBC analysis shows

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 23:41:16 GMT

The shift marks a significant rise over the last five years, but experts say there is no single, clear explanation for the increase.

Mums' choir leader 'baffled' by park fee structure

Wed, 06 May 2026 05:24:27 GMT

A postnatal choir leader says professional dog walkers pay less to use the city's parks.

'I left a children's home – and was embraced by love'

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 04:55:43 GMT

How a new scheme for young people leaving care is tackling what was once a cliff-edge for this vulnerable group.

Rollout of Covid vaccines extraordinary feat - inquiry report

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 14:39:07 GMT

Covid vaccines saved hundreds of thousands of lives, but a small minority harmed need better support, says report.

Are you feeling overwhelmed?

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 17:57:00 GMT

Kimberley Wilson gives some tips on how to deal with feeling overwhelmed.

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

Wed, 27 May 2026 14:57:29 GMT

In June, resident doctors in England will walk out for the 16th time in a long-running dispute over pay.

Advanced radiotherapy for prostate cancer to cut sessions from 20 to five

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 23:57:30 GMT

Some men in England with the disease will now be offered an advanced form of treatment on the NHS.

New drug to stop 'Ozempic butt' muscle loss side effect of obesity jabs

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 15:00:16 GMT

A third of the weight loss from obesity jabs can come from muscle, say experts.

What is the UK Covid inquiry and how does it work?

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 11:20:11 GMT

The fourth report from the inquiry into the pandemic said the vaccine roll-out was an "extraordinary feat".

Genital herpes rising in England, despite overall drop in STIs

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 11:27:23 GMT

STIs are particularly common among young people, with health experts saying testing for them is vital.

Prostate cancer screening: What you need to know

Thu, 28 May 2026 11:00:06 GMT

Everything you need to know about the decision on who should be screened for prostate cancer.

Calls for Reformer Pilates regulation amid boom

Mon, 04 May 2026 06:15:44 GMT

Reformer Pilates businesses in the UK rose nearly ten-fold between 2024 and 2025.

What are the plans for Liverpool Women's Hospital?

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 10:46:39 GMT

There are plans to move some maternity services to the Royal Liverpool - which could affect around 130 high-risk births each year

'I forgot what it's like to be outside': Intensive care ward opens on rooftop

Fri, 29 May 2026 00:00:10 GMT

The outdoor ward, at King's College Hospital in London, will monitor how much it boosts the recovery of seriously ill patients.

What does hot weather do to the body?

Thu, 28 May 2026 09:03:55 GMT

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

How Eriksen's heart device kicked into action

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 16:55:15 GMT

Denmark's team doctor said an ICD implanted into the footballer's chest responded as it should after he collapsed on Sunday.

Excessive social media 'negatively impacts wellbeing'

Sat, 23 May 2026 06:27:17 GMT

The World Happiness Reports finds the more time spent on social media the greater loss of wellbeing.

How Eriksen's heart device kicked into action

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 16:55:15 GMT

Denmark's team doctor said an ICD implanted into the footballer's chest responded as it should after he collapsed on Sunday.

'I forgot what it's like to be outside': Intensive care ward opens on rooftop

Fri, 29 May 2026 00:00:10 GMT

The outdoor ward, at King's College Hospital in London, will monitor how much it boosts the recovery of seriously ill patients.

Inside Health

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 10:00:00 GMT

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

Inside Health

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 10:00:00 GMT

James Gallagher examines the outbreak of bacterial meningitis in Kent.

Inside Health

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 10:00:00 GMT

James visits Hackney, which has one of the lowest vaccination rates in the country.

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

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 10:56:27 GMT

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

Top five-a-day foods new study says your heart needs

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 08:00:13 GMT

Not all fruit and veg is equal for getting nutrients called flavanols, say researchers.

More black men to benefit from prostate cancer screening trial

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 14:52:06 GMT

Experts are trying to find the best way to screen for prostate cancer, since blood tests alone are not accurate enough for most men.

'I've requested a full hysterectomy'

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 17:40:19 GMT

Emma Barnett shares her life-long struggle with endometriosis – a disease affecting one in ten women of reproductive age, which causes excruciating, often debilitating, pain.

Can two hours of strength training a week reduce the risk of dying early?

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 11:52:33 GMT

Regular weight training can help you keep fit and strengthen muscles to live longer, research suggests.

Emma Barnett: We can't ignore this disease that leaves one in 10 women like me in agony

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 05:00:08 GMT

Women tell the BBC presenter how endometriosis affects their lives, as she challenges ministers to take action.

Hundreds of children die within months as measles cases soar in Bangladesh

Wed, 27 May 2026 01:34:42 GMT

The country has recorded more than 60,000 suspected cases of measles in just over two months.

Vaccines a huge success, but public trust must be earned - key findings from Covid report

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 13:02:12 GMT

Immunisation saved hundreds of thousands of UK lives, but vaccine hesitancy remains an issue.

Wellbeing garden opens to combat isolation

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 05:07:31 GMT

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

Cosmeticorexia: How girls are falling down a skincare rabbit hole

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 23:06:33 GMT

Fuelled by social media, the market for children's skincare is booming. Experts fear for the long-term impact on girls

Author on benefits of investing in children's mental health

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 08:23:21 GMT

Dr Monique Lynch-Jonah has launched the Healthy Minds Kids Series. The collection of picture books aims to help children aged seven to 12 develop emotional wellbeing, confidence, resilience, and positive mental health from an early age.

Three Ebola vaccines in development amid growing outbreak fears

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:30:39 GMT

IAVI, Moderna and the University of Oxford are all working on new vaccines.

Are you too emotional?

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 15:45:13 GMT

Kimberley Wilson gives tips on how to manage your emotions.

'Month of worry' over doctor strike surgery delay

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 12:32:52 GMT

The strike further delays Tom Lawson's gastric bypass surgery after a more than three-year wait.

What in the World

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 13:35:00 GMT

It’s an effort to combat disease-carrying bugs

'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.

Inside Health

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 09:00:00 GMT

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

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

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 23:06:45 GMT

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

What are UV levels and how can you protect yourself?

Tue, 26 May 2026 10:17:03 GMT

Some UV exposure is essential for our wellbeing, but too much is damaging and can cause skin cancer.

Bird flu vaccine trial against potential pandemic strain begins

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 23:00:08 GMT

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

'Doctors strikes' and 'paw prints in space'

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 06:12:09 GMT

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

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

Wed, 27 May 2026 14:57:29 GMT

In June, resident doctors in England will walk out for the 16th time in a long-running dispute over pay.

'Don't be too kind': Maternity staff used offensive terms to refer to pregnant women

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 05:00:04 GMT

BBC Panorama has seen documents and spoken to former midwives from Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust.

Ronan Keating on the toll of being in Boyzone

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 17:45:53 GMT

Ronan Keating talks about the mental toll of being in Boyzone.



		BBC News BBC News - Health What are the symptoms of prostate cancer and what should you check for? Wed, 10 Jun 2026 08:26:23 GMT One in eight men in the UK will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in their lifetime. What a hair loss breakthrough could mean for women like me Wed, 03 Jun 2026 23:42:35 GMT As scientists edge closer to new treatments for hair loss, Victoria Derbyshire examines what such breakthroughs could mean for women. Breakthrough ovarian cancer drug offers patients more time and better quality of life Wed, 03 Jun 2026 23:34:59 GMT Women taking the drug, which is kinder on the body, tell the BBC it has given them their lives back. '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. 1 in 4 births in England now by emergency C-section Fri, 05 Jun 2026 09:12:09 GMT A quarter of all babies in England are now delivered by emergency caesarean operations, BBC analysis shows - marking a significant rise over the last five years. Why renaming my health condition could help other women Sun, 31 May 2026 06:13:43 GMT Rochelle Lewis is among more than 170 million woman globally to be diagnosed with PCOS. One in four births in England is now emergency caesarean, BBC analysis shows Thu, 04 Jun 2026 23:41:16 GMT The shift marks a significant rise over the last five years, but experts say there is no single, clear explanation for the increase. Mums' choir leader 'baffled' by park fee structure Wed, 06 May 2026 05:24:27 GMT A postnatal choir leader says professional dog walkers pay less to use the city's parks. 'I left a children's home – and was embraced by love' Thu, 04 Jun 2026 04:55:43 GMT How a new scheme for young people leaving care is tackling what was once a cliff-edge for this vulnerable group. Rollout of Covid vaccines extraordinary feat - inquiry report Thu, 16 Apr 2026 14:39:07 GMT Covid vaccines saved hundreds of thousands of lives, but a small minority harmed need better support, says report. Are you feeling overwhelmed? Fri, 05 Jun 2026 17:57:00 GMT Kimberley Wilson gives some tips on how to deal with feeling overwhelmed. Why are resident doctors striking and how much are they paid? Wed, 27 May 2026 14:57:29 GMT In June, resident doctors in England will walk out for the 16th time in a long-running dispute over pay. Advanced radiotherapy for prostate cancer to cut sessions from 20 to five Tue, 09 Jun 2026 23:57:30 GMT Some men in England with the disease will now be offered an advanced form of treatment on the NHS. New drug to stop 'Ozempic butt' muscle loss side effect of obesity jabs Mon, 08 Jun 2026 15:00:16 GMT A third of the weight loss from obesity jabs can come from muscle, say experts. What is the UK Covid inquiry and how does it work? Thu, 16 Apr 2026 11:20:11 GMT The fourth report from the inquiry into the pandemic said the vaccine roll-out was an "extraordinary feat". Genital herpes rising in England, despite overall drop in STIs Tue, 02 Jun 2026 11:27:23 GMT STIs are particularly common among young people, with health experts saying testing for them is vital. Prostate cancer screening: What you need to know Thu, 28 May 2026 11:00:06 GMT Everything you need to know about the decision on who should be screened for prostate cancer. Calls for Reformer Pilates regulation amid boom Mon, 04 May 2026 06:15:44 GMT Reformer Pilates businesses in the UK rose nearly ten-fold between 2024 and 2025. What are the plans for Liverpool Women's Hospital? Wed, 03 Jun 2026 10:46:39 GMT There are plans to move some maternity services to the Royal Liverpool - which could affect around 130 high-risk births each year 'I forgot what it's like to be outside': Intensive care ward opens on rooftop Fri, 29 May 2026 00:00:10 GMT The outdoor ward, at King's College Hospital in London, will monitor how much it boosts the recovery of seriously ill patients. What does hot weather do to the body? Thu, 28 May 2026 09:03:55 GMT Hot weather during the summer can affect anyone, but some people run a greater risk of serious harm. How Eriksen's heart device kicked into action Mon, 08 Jun 2026 16:55:15 GMT Denmark's team doctor said an ICD implanted into the footballer's chest responded as it should after he collapsed on Sunday. Excessive social media 'negatively impacts wellbeing' Sat, 23 May 2026 06:27:17 GMT The World Happiness Reports finds the more time spent on social media the greater loss of wellbeing. How Eriksen's heart device kicked into action Mon, 08 Jun 2026 16:55:15 GMT Denmark's team doctor said an ICD implanted into the footballer's chest responded as it should after he collapsed on Sunday. 'I forgot what it's like to be outside': Intensive care ward opens on rooftop Fri, 29 May 2026 00:00:10 GMT The outdoor ward, at King's College Hospital in London, will monitor how much it boosts the recovery of seriously ill patients. Inside Health Tue, 24 Mar 2026 10:00:00 GMT James Gallagher is joined by experts to answer key questions on the meningitis outbreak. Inside Health Tue, 17 Mar 2026 10:00:00 GMT James Gallagher examines the outbreak of bacterial meningitis in Kent. Inside Health Tue, 10 Mar 2026 10:00:00 GMT James visits Hackney, which has one of the lowest vaccination rates in the country. Hospitals coping well with doctors' strike so far - NHS boss Wed, 08 Apr 2026 10:56:27 GMT Resident doctors in England – the new name for junior doctors – are taking part in their 15th walkout in a long-running pay dispute. Top five-a-day foods new study says your heart needs Mon, 08 Jun 2026 08:00:13 GMT Not all fruit and veg is equal for getting nutrients called flavanols, say researchers. More black men to benefit from prostate cancer screening trial Tue, 02 Jun 2026 14:52:06 GMT Experts are trying to find the best way to screen for prostate cancer, since blood tests alone are not accurate enough for most men. 'I've requested a full hysterectomy' Mon, 01 Jun 2026 17:40:19 GMT Emma Barnett shares her life-long struggle with endometriosis – a disease affecting one in ten women of reproductive age, which causes excruciating, often debilitating, pain. Can two hours of strength training a week reduce the risk of dying early? Wed, 03 Jun 2026 11:52:33 GMT Regular weight training can help you keep fit and strengthen muscles to live longer, research suggests. Emma Barnett: We can't ignore this disease that leaves one in 10 women like me in agony Mon, 01 Jun 2026 05:00:08 GMT Women tell the BBC presenter how endometriosis affects their lives, as she challenges ministers to take action. Hundreds of children die within months as measles cases soar in Bangladesh Wed, 27 May 2026 01:34:42 GMT The country has recorded more than 60,000 suspected cases of measles in just over two months. Vaccines a huge success, but public trust must be earned - key findings from Covid report Thu, 16 Apr 2026 13:02:12 GMT Immunisation saved hundreds of thousands of UK lives, but vaccine hesitancy remains an issue. Wellbeing garden opens to combat isolation Thu, 16 Apr 2026 05:07:31 GMT The outdoor area at Yarm Wellness will officially open to the public on Saturday. Cosmeticorexia: How girls are falling down a skincare rabbit hole Sat, 06 Jun 2026 23:06:33 GMT Fuelled by social media, the market for children's skincare is booming. Experts fear for the long-term impact on girls Author on benefits of investing in children's mental health Wed, 10 Jun 2026 08:23:21 GMT Dr Monique Lynch-Jonah has launched the Healthy Minds Kids Series. The collection of picture books aims to help children aged seven to 12 develop emotional wellbeing, confidence, resilience, and positive mental health from an early age. Three Ebola vaccines in development amid growing outbreak fears Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:30:39 GMT IAVI, Moderna and the University of Oxford are all working on new vaccines. Are you too emotional? Mon, 08 Jun 2026 15:45:13 GMT Kimberley Wilson gives tips on how to manage your emotions. 'Month of worry' over doctor strike surgery delay Wed, 08 Apr 2026 12:32:52 GMT The strike further delays Tom Lawson's gastric bypass surgery after a more than three-year wait. What in the World Mon, 08 Jun 2026 13:35:00 GMT It’s an effort to combat disease-carrying bugs '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. Inside Health Tue, 31 Mar 2026 09:00:00 GMT James Gallagher finds out how a hot flush feels - and delves into a new treatment. Doctors' strikes can have surprising benefits - but are they sustainable? Mon, 13 Apr 2026 23:06:45 GMT Some hospital trusts tell the BBC previous action has seen shorter waits, faster decisions and calmer corridors. What are UV levels and how can you protect yourself? Tue, 26 May 2026 10:17:03 GMT Some UV exposure is essential for our wellbeing, but too much is damaging and can cause skin cancer. Bird flu vaccine trial against potential pandemic strain begins Tue, 21 Apr 2026 23:00:08 GMT The jab targets the H5N1 flu strain which has caused devastating infections in bird populations worldwide, but has yet to spread between humans. 'Doctors strikes' and 'paw prints in space' Sun, 12 Apr 2026 06:12:09 GMT A round-up of stories from local newspapers and the BBC from the past week in the West of England. Why are resident doctors striking and how much are they paid? Wed, 27 May 2026 14:57:29 GMT In June, resident doctors in England will walk out for the 16th time in a long-running dispute over pay. 'Don't be too kind': Maternity staff used offensive terms to refer to pregnant women Mon, 01 Jun 2026 05:00:04 GMT BBC Panorama has seen documents and spoken to former midwives from Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust. Ronan Keating on the toll of being in Boyzone Fri, 05 Jun 2026 17:45:53 GMT Ronan Keating talks about the mental toll of being in Boyzone.

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