BBC News - Health
Updated: 11 hours 51 min ago
Wed, 05/06/2026 - 13:32
South Africa's health ministry said the Andes strain of the virus was found in two confirmed cases linked to the outbreak.
Wed, 05/06/2026 - 08:24
A postnatal choir leader says professional dog walkers pay less to use the city's parks.
Tue, 05/05/2026 - 19:38
Two cases of the virus, which rarely spreads between humans, have been confirmed on the ship, and three people have died.
Mon, 05/04/2026 - 09:15
Reformer Pilates businesses in the UK rose nearly ten-fold between 2024 and 2025.
Mon, 05/04/2026 - 02:10
Thousands of patients will be offered a new injectable form of an immunotherapy drug that takes minutes.
Sun, 05/03/2026 - 02:10
Death doulas or soul midwives have increased in popularity in recent years. What do they do?
Fri, 05/01/2026 - 14:33
People living with conditions include heart problems, stroke risks, eye infections and bipolar are unable to get hold of the drugs they rely on.
Thu, 04/30/2026 - 20:28
Mike Nesbitt says Northern Ireland's first regional mother and baby unit in should open within the next three years.
Thu, 04/30/2026 - 17:13
Sophie Raworth talks about the need for exercise as we get older.
Wed, 04/29/2026 - 13:32
What are the main symptoms and causes of bowel cancer, and how can you reduce your risk of getting it?
Wed, 04/29/2026 - 02:47
Current rules state that three unsuccessful pregnancies are needed to trigger NHS support - but a pilot project could bring about change.
Wed, 04/29/2026 - 02:40
Researchers stress that simple lifestyle changes can still significantly reduce the risk of cancer.
Mon, 04/27/2026 - 10:34
Poor housing, obesity and the effects of deprivation have been suggested as underlying cause.
Sun, 04/26/2026 - 09:09
Rachel Moore spent years in debilitating chronic pain due to the womb disease, adenomyosis.
Sun, 04/26/2026 - 09:09
Rachel Moore spent years in debilitating chronic pain due to the womb disease, adenomyosis.
Fri, 04/24/2026 - 18:57
Hattie Underwood is a recovered alcoholic and she told 5 Live’s Naga Munchetty how she used delivery apps to "anonymise" her alcohol consumption.
Fri, 04/24/2026 - 12:13
There are currently 687,958 people waiting for any type of NHS treatment in Wales.
Fri, 04/24/2026 - 12:13
There are currently 687,958 people waiting for any type of NHS treatment in Wales.
Thu, 04/23/2026 - 20:38
Drinking the odd pint of beer can provide "substantial levels" of an essential brain-boosting vitamin in your diet, according to new research in a respected journal.
Thu, 04/23/2026 - 17:16
Asbestos toy warnings