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Energy drinks to be banned for under 16s
Health and Social Care Secretary Wes Streeting said he was acting on concerns for children's health.
Adults with learning disabilities die 20 years early, report finds
People with learning disabilities and autism die almost 20 years younger than the rest of the population.
Adults with learning disabilities die 20 years early, report finds
People with learning disabilities and autism die almost 20 years younger than the rest of the population.
Scottish drug deaths fall but remain worst in Europe
The number of drug deaths is expected to have dropped slightly, but experts warn that any fall will most likely be a blip.
Baby dies of whooping cough after mother not vaccinated while pregnant
The first death from the illness this year comes as vaccination rates among children have declined.
Vaccination plea after baby's 'terrifying' measles
Eight areas in the North East and Cumbria have seen a slight or moderate increase in MMR jab rates.
Vaccination plea after baby's 'terrifying' measles
Eight areas in the North East and Cumbria have seen a slight or moderate increase in MMR jab rates.
The trade in US body parts that's completely legal - but ripe for exploitation
Human remains can mean profits. But there is an emotional debate about the ethics of the industry.
AI stethoscope could detect major heart conditions in seconds
The new technology could be a "game-changer" resulting in patients being treated sooner, experts say.
AI stethoscope could detect major heart conditions in seconds
The new technology could be a "game-changer" resulting in patients being treated sooner, experts say.
'Slimming jabs have changed the way we do things'
Angie Smith said she has asked brides if they are using slimming jabs after a trend emerged this year.
What is chickenpox and how can I get my child vaccinated?
The NHS in England and Wales will start offering the MMRV vaccine to young children from January 2026.
What is chickenpox and how can I get my child vaccinated?
The NHS in England and Wales will start offering the MMRV vaccine to young children from January 2026.
Children to be offered chickenpox vaccine on NHS
All young children in England and Wales will be offered a free chickenpox vaccine by the NHS from January 2026.
Children to be offered chickenpox vaccine on NHS
All young children in England and Wales will be offered a free chickenpox vaccine by the NHS from January 2026.
What is chickenpox and how can I get my child vaccinated?
The NHS in England and Wales will start offering the MMRV vaccine to young children from January 2026.
Price of Mounjaro to be discounted in UK pharmacies
The rebate allays fears of a 170% price rise but patients are warned the cost of the drug will still jump.
Price of Mounjaro to be discounted in UK pharmacies
The rebate allays fears of a 170% price rise but patients are warned the cost of the drug will still jump.
Seven-week wait for some red flag cancer patients 'frustrating'
The target set by the Department of Health for patients red flagged for breast cancer to be assessed is 14 days.
NHS to lose out on new drugs, pharma firm warns
The claims from pharmaceutical giant Novartis comes amid a row over drug pricing deals.
