Wednesday, September 11, 2024

Thousands to be re-tested in diabetes results error

An issue with a hospital blood testing machine has meant about 11,000 patients will need new checks.

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Inquiry under way into 2,000 mental health deaths

Baroness Lampard says the inquiry is "of the gravest concern and significance" as it opens in Essex.

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Medics plead for vaccines in DR Congo's mpox battleground

The BBC visits a clinic at the epicentre of the outbreak where the rate of infections is increasing.

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Tuesday, September 10, 2024

What do we know about Kate's cancer journey?

The Princess of Wales is looking forward to returning to work, after finishing a course of chemotherapy.

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NHS 'broken' by past governments, Starmer tells BBC

The prime minister said the upcoming Lord Darzi review will reveal too many are let down by the NHS.

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Monday, September 9, 2024

Baby poo study reveals mysteries of newborn guts

Scientists work out which bacteria populate babies guts first - and what it could mean for their health.

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Corruption review finds 'red flags' in more than 130 Covid contracts

An anti-corruption charity finds significant concerns in £15.3bn worth of contracts awarded during the pandemic.

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How to treat heat exhaustion

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