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Pioneering treatment saves twins in early pregnancy
Identical twins Nancy and Margo benefitted from the procedure while in the womb as part of a world-first medical trial.
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Heat exhaustion or heatstroke: Can you tell the difference?
During hot weather, it can be easy to overheat, sometimes resulting in heat exhaustion or heatstroke.
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Cycling from Paris to London for Rori
The cyclists taking part in the Ride for Rori raised £61,000 for the Oxford Hospitals Charity.
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Why women suffer more in the heat
A look at evidence that women's bodies suffer more during a heatwave.
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Will ice cream or chilli cool you down?
Is it better to eat spicy or cold foods during a heatwave?
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A country that made huge progress on measles now reports 120,000 cases
Hundreds of children are dying from measles in Bangladesh, where hospitals are overwhelmed.
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MenB vaccine offers men no protection from gonorrhoea, claims major study
The Meningitis B vaccine does not prevent gonorrhoea infections despite being offered to at-risk men, scientists say.
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Do you have heart palpitations?
What are heart palpitations and when should you be concerned?
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Doctors vote to take strike action in row over pay
The British Medical Association is in dispute with Manx Care over "pay erosion since 2008".
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How can we help our fathers live longer?
One in five men dies before the age of 65 but getting help sooner could save lives.
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'If only people knew what a tick could do' - the deadly meat allergy caused by tick bites
Mammalian meat allergy is a growing problem along Australia's east coast - and it's caused by tick bites.
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How AI can help with healthcare
Dr Chris and Dr Xand continue their conversation about AI medicine with Dr Emma Karoune.
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Granny wins care home Happy Hour law change
Anita Le Brun, the face of a campaign to allow for alcohol to be served at care homes without a licence, is...
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'You are not alone with endometriosis pain'
Endometriosis wellbeing hubs are being called for by a Medway woman.
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Father warns of 'brain-eating amoeba' after son's death
Cases caused by the amoeba, Naegleria fowleri, have numbered in the hundreds since 1960 – but it can quickly prove...
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Newborn babies in England to be tested for SMA
All newborn babies in England will be tested for the genetic disease spinal muscular atrophy (SMA), as part of a...
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'Fibroids left me in excruciating pain'
Woman's Hour discusses fibroids and the need for greater knowledge about the pain they can cause women.
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Why listening to birdsong is good for you
Actively listening to birdsong it is good for both your health, wellbeing and focus.
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County the place to develop spiritually, says monk
A senior Buddhist monk says Herefordshire has "everything" for a "person to be happy".
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NHS manager says trust wanted 4,000 reports 'gone'
He tells an inquiry he believed a trust was 'panicking' and was discouraged from raising rota issues.
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The methanol poisoning that "all began with that drink"
Calum was poisoned by methanol and has since joined a campaign to raise awareness of the risks
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'Don't let blood be on your hands', mother tells inquiry
The mum of Elise Sebastian, who died in a mental health unit, gives evidence to the Lampard Inquiry.
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Is your period worsening your ADHD symptoms?
A first of its kind study by UK researchers is looking at the link between menstrual cycles and ADHD.
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How much exercise do you need to do in a week?
Just 150 minutes of exercise a week could help you keep fit and healthy.
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Ebola vaccine made in UK now ready for trials
A new vaccine to tackle Ebola will now be tested on people.
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Endometriosis groups 'crying out' for cut in diagnosis time
Two new non-invasive tests available from GPs are being proposed to speed up diagnosis times.
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Why wellness is booming at festivals in the UK
Organisers say they are seeing more demand for wellness events such as yoga and running clubs.
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'Endometriosis tests would have given me years back'
It has been announced that two new rapid tests for the condition will be made available on the NHS.
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Surviving in the wild for suicide awareness
Kit Birks has walked the entire length of Europe to raise money and awareness for suicie prevention.
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People in 50s urged to complete bowel cancer screening
Health officials warn little over half of 54-year-olds completed free at-home test kits.
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What does extreme heat do to your body?
Dr Oscar explains what does extreme heat do to your body?
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Public to be asked who should pay for social care as part of major review
Baroness Louise Casey, who is leading the review, has called the current system "impossible".
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Endometriosis could be diagnosed by blood test, research suggests
Scientists from the University of Edinburgh say people with the condition have a distinct pattern of hormones.
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Unmasked: The autistic women authoring a better future
Late-diagnosed autistic women explain the need to fill knowledge gaps after decades of being hidden.
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Why some African nations are turning down Trump aid money
The Trump administration sees the aid as more transactional - but some say it is not a fair trade.
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The weight loss pill that you can now buy in the UK
All the you need to know about the weight loss pill Wegovy being available in the UK.
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How often do you get up from your desk?
A study found that even a five-minute walk boosts your mood and lowers fatigue.
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How to get through World Cup-induced sleep deprivation
The euphoria from England's dramatic victory over Mexico might not be enough to get you through Monday.
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'Lung scan in supermarket car park saved my life'
Sandra Champkins was symptom-free but a CT scan at Banbury's Tesco car park detected she had cancer.
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How to calm an overstimulated mind
Kimberley asks her guest, chartered psychologist Dr Ellie Buckley, why we get sensory overload.
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Can a 10-second finger workout help keep your brain healthy?
Dr Oscar is back with the latest health headlines.
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Minimum age of 11 set for UK puberty blocker trial
Gender-questioning children will have to be at least 11 years old to take part in a clinical trial of...
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Can sunlight make you sneeze?
Do you suffer from Achoo syndrome? Sarah Keith-Lucas explains this unusual condition.
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New cancer care centres set to be built
The centres run by charity Maggie's will open in Coventry and Birmingham within the next two years.
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Can we grow a third set of teeth?
Can we grow a third set of teeth? Dr Oscar examines the truth behind the headlines
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'We travel 530 miles so our son can have a haircut'
How a very special hairdressing salon in Lowestoft is cutting it when it comes to neurodivergence.
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How an ovary syndrome led to Bake Off star's fame
Now a successful TV presenter, Briony May Williams said she started stress-baking when she became ill.
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Why is it so hard to show yourself compassion?
Kimberley Wilson discusses compassion on Complex.
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Taboo subjects on the table at women's health event
Three nurses behind the event say they want women to feel they can have open and honest conversations.
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'I won't have another baby after breastfeeding trauma'
New mothers say they did not receive enough breastfeeding support when their babies were born.
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A&E to remain open as doctors' strike called off
Resident doctor strikes are now on pause while they consider a new pay offer form the government.
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Islanders' lifestyle views could help shape future
The results could help the government plan and deliver services in the future, officials say.
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Resident doctors cancel strike after new offer from government
The walkout had been due to start at 07:00 BST on Monday and last until Friday.
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'Amazing' toy scanner eases children's MRI anxiety
Children can test the new miniature replica of an MRI machine on different toys.
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Cancellations 'unavoidable' during hospital strike
The British Medical Association has announced more strike action in an ongoing dispute over pay.
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College opens lifelike hospital training ward
The aim of the Hele Road ward is to give students hands-on experience with equipment and patients.
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Major A&E changes announced amid strikes
Patients have been urged to only attend A&E if their condition is life-threatening or serious.
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What is meningitis B and why is a vaccine only being offered to some teenagers?
Only select groups of teenagers and some young people will be eligible for the vaccine. Here's why.
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What are the symptoms of meningitis and how is it spread?
Some people can carry bacteria in their nose or throat without getting sick, but can spread it to others.
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'I've never been this good' – revolutionary immune reset puts lupus in remission
Patients on the trial have not needed medication to manage their condition.
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'I spent uni savings on getting my teeth fixed' - the real cost of NHS dentist shortage
People tell BBC Your Voice the rising cost of private dentistry is putting them in a difficult position.
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Meningitis B vaccine to be offered to a million young people
The decision for the one-off vaccine programme follows the unprecedented outbreak in Kent this year.
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Why did it take so long for me to be diagnosed?
Ellie Colton was finally diagnosed with endometriosis after years of debilitating pain. She meets a scientist...
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How do weight-loss drugs like Mounjaro and Wegovy work?
Wegovy and Mounjaro are available to certain patients on the NHS, and can also be bought privately.
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Weight-loss drug Wegovy to be available in pill form in UK for first time
Manufacturer Novo Nordisk says a daily tablet of the drug could be more convenient for some people than weekly...
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What to do if you think someone has heat exhaustion or heatstroke
Know the signs and what to do if someone is unwell in hot weather.
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Nearly 3,000 patients a day face corridor care in NHS
New data reveals sheer scale of patients in England being treated in unsafe and undignified make-shift areas.
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What's really going on in your gut?
The gut is home to around trillions of microorganisms, including bacteria, viruses and fungi. What are they all doing...
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What are the symptoms of prostate cancer and what should you check for?
One in eight men in the UK will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in their lifetime.
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Author on benefits of investing in children's mental health
Dr Monique Lynch-Jonah has launched the Healthy Minds Kids Series. The collection of picture books aims to help...
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New drug to stop 'Ozempic butt' muscle loss side effect of obesity jabs
A third of the weight loss from obesity jabs can come from muscle, say experts.
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Top five-a-day foods new study says your heart needs
Not all fruit and veg is equal for getting nutrients called flavanols, say researchers.
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Cosmeticorexia: How girls are falling down a skincare rabbit hole
Fuelled by social media, the market for children's skincare is booming. Experts fear for the long-term impact on girls
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Are you feeling overwhelmed?
Kimberley Wilson gives some tips on how to deal with feeling overwhelmed.
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Ronan Keating on the toll of being in Boyzone
Ronan Keating talks about the mental toll of being in Boyzone.
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1 in 4 births in England now by emergency C-section
A quarter of all babies in England are now delivered by emergency caesarean operations, BBC analysis shows - marking...
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One in four births in England is now emergency caesarean, BBC analysis shows
The shift marks a significant rise over the last five years, but experts say there is no single, clear explanation...
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'World-first' vaccine designed by artificial intelligence
Cambridge scientists say they have, for the first time, tested a vaccine designed by AI.
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'I left a children's home – and was embraced by love'
How a new scheme for young people leaving care is tackling what was once a cliff-edge for this vulnerable group.
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What a hair loss breakthrough could mean for women like me
As scientists edge closer to new treatments for hair loss, Victoria Derbyshire examines what such breakthroughs could...
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Breakthrough ovarian cancer drug offers patients more time and better quality of life
Women taking the drug, which is kinder on the body, tell the BBC it has given them their lives back.
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Can two hours of strength training a week reduce the risk of dying early?
Regular weight training can help you keep fit and strengthen muscles to live longer, research suggests.
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What are the plans for Liverpool Women's Hospital?
There are plans to move some maternity services to the Royal Liverpool - which could affect around 130 high-risk...
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More black men to benefit from prostate cancer screening trial
Experts are trying to find the best way to screen for prostate cancer, since blood tests alone are not accurate...
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Genital herpes rising in England, despite overall drop in STIs
STIs are particularly common among young people, with health experts saying testing for them is vital.
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'I've requested a full hysterectomy'
Emma Barnett shares her life-long struggle with endometriosis – a disease affecting one in ten women of reproductive...
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Three Ebola vaccines in development amid growing outbreak fears
IAVI, Moderna and the University of Oxford are all working on new vaccines.
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Emma Barnett: We can't ignore this disease that leaves one in 10 women like me in agony
Women tell the BBC presenter how endometriosis affects their lives, as she challenges ministers to take action.
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'Don't be too kind': Maternity staff used offensive terms to refer to pregnant women
BBC Panorama has seen documents and spoken to former midwives from Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust.
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Why renaming my health condition could help other women
Rochelle Lewis is among more than 170 million woman globally to be diagnosed with PCOS.
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'I forgot what it's like to be outside': Intensive care ward opens on rooftop
The outdoor ward, at King's College Hospital in London, will monitor how much it boosts the recovery of seriously ill...
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Prostate cancer screening: What you need to know
Everything you need to know about the decision on who should be screened for prostate cancer.
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What does hot weather do to the body?
Hot weather during the summer can affect anyone, but some people run a greater risk of serious harm.
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Why are resident doctors striking and how much are they paid?
In June, resident doctors in England will walk out for the 16th time in a long-running dispute over pay.
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Hundreds of children die within months as measles cases soar in Bangladesh
The country has recorded more than 60,000 suspected cases of measles in just over two months.
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What are UV levels and how can you protect yourself?
Some UV exposure is essential for our wellbeing, but too much is damaging and can cause skin cancer.
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Excessive social media 'negatively impacts wellbeing'
The World Happiness Reports finds the more time spent on social media the greater loss of wellbeing.
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Mums' choir leader 'baffled' by park fee structure
A postnatal choir leader says professional dog walkers pay less to use the city's parks.
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Calls for Reformer Pilates regulation amid boom
Reformer Pilates businesses in the UK rose nearly ten-fold between 2024 and 2025.
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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...
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Rollout of Covid vaccines extraordinary feat - inquiry report
Covid vaccines saved hundreds of thousands of lives, but a small minority harmed need better support, says report.
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Vaccines a huge success, but public trust must be earned - key findings from Covid report
Immunisation saved hundreds of thousands of UK lives, but vaccine hesitancy remains an issue.
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Vaccines a huge success, but public trust must be earned - key findings from Covid report
Immunisation saved hundreds of thousands of UK lives, but vaccine hesitancy remains an issue.
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What is the UK Covid inquiry and how does it work?
The fourth report from the inquiry into the pandemic said the vaccine roll-out was an "extraordinary feat".
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What is the UK Covid inquiry and how does it work?
The fourth report from the inquiry into the pandemic said the vaccine roll-out was an "extraordinary feat".
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Wellbeing garden opens to combat isolation
The outdoor area at Yarm Wellness will officially open to the public on Saturday.
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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.
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'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.
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'Month of worry' over doctor strike surgery delay
The strike further delays Tom Lawson's gastric bypass surgery after a more than three-year wait.
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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...