Thursday, March 14, 2024

Different measure to BMI may spot childhood obesity better, study says

Researchers who have studied thousands of children suggest a new measure could be more accurate.

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Vicky Pattison: Why I’d donate my frozen eggs

The reality TV star tells the BBC why she plans to donate any eggs she doesn't use.

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024

Trust failed to heed safety warnings, campaigners say

Exclusive new evidence on mental health deaths suggests Norfolk and Suffolk trust didn't take action.

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NHS staff to get paid leave after miscarriages

Those who miscarry in the first 24 weeks of pregnancy can take 10 days' paid leave, NHS England says.

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024

Artists bid to make Aids memorial near Diana ward

Judges will choose between five artists to create London's first permanent Aids memorial.

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Workplace mental health service firm investigated

Allegations of poor practice at major UK provider Health Assured have been made to BBC File on 4.

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Monday, March 11, 2024

Sisters' warning after heart attacks days apart

Rebecca and Angharad Lewis are urging greater awareness of a heart condition which can be fatal.

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How to treat heat exhaustion

How to treat heat exhaustion How to treat heat exhaustion How to treat heat exhaustion BBC Medical Editor Fergus Walsh speaks to St John...