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Menstrual fitness: Why some women are 'cycle-syncing' their workouts

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 23:22:05 GMT

Menstrual cycles are highly individual, making blanket advice found on social media difficult to apply, researchers say.

Yes, hang-xiety is a real thing

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:59:16 GMT

Waking up feeling hungover AND anxious? BBC Health's Chloe Hayward explains the science behind hang-xiety.

What happens when you don't know your family medical history?

Sat, 10 Oct 2026 05:45:31 GMT

People who have been adopted or in care sometimes struggle to access family medical history which would be crucial to their own health.

Inside Health

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT

Also, running during pregnancy and how to recover.

Autism, ADHD and mental health review: What you need to know

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 12:16:11 GMT

It contains big lessons for the NHS, welfare, education and employment policies. What are the key takeaways?

Doctors vote to take strike action in row over pay

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 10:08:16 GMT

The British Medical Association is in dispute with Manx Care over "pay erosion since 2008".

Chronic UTIs made MP 'feel like a drug user'

Tue, 13 Oct 2026 05:38:00 GMT

Dr Allison Gardner MP has been living with the "searing pain" of recurring infections for a decade.

Consultants and specialist doctors take strike action over pay

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 18:26:34 GMT

Full emergency cover remained in place and patients were told to attend all scheduled appointments unless advised otherwise.

From the workplace to pop culture - why how we view women's anger is changing

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 11:40:22 GMT

Studies suggest women are getting angrier, but are they just more open about it?

UK wasted £10bn on PPE that left NHS staff poorly protected, Covid inquiry finds

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 12:12:53 GMT

Healthcare staff were unable to properly protect themselves, or those in their care, from dangerous infections, says the latest inquiry report.

UK begins trials of Ebola vaccine developed in just eight weeks

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 08:00:16 GMT

The UK medicines regulator has given approval for an experimental vaccine to be tested on healthy adults.

Childhood cancer symptoms can be easily missed - here's what to look out for

Sun, 11 Oct 2026 23:03:45 GMT

Although rare, cancer is the leading cause of death from disease among children under 15 in the UK.

Running costs of vaccine damage scheme more than double amount paid to victims

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 17:45:14 GMT

The cost of administration and medical checks has now topped £83m, according to new figures.

'I was blamed for my baby's death, now NHS needs to change'

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 05:42:43 GMT

Neil and Katie Russell are working with the hospital where their daughter died on the scheme.

Stormont 'failing to plan' for ageing population

Mon, 12 Oct 2026 05:33:24 GMT

Politicians are urged to prepare as over-65s are projected to outnumber children in NI by next year.

'Like a hangover': Why your partner's snoring could be impacting your health

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 23:56:18 GMT

Sleeping next to a snorer could be having a negative effect on your health, experts tell the BBC.

'What terminal cancer has taught me about life'

Sat, 10 Oct 2026 06:16:46 GMT

A Gloucestershire man with terminal cancer shares the life lessons he wishes he'd learned sooner.

Why 'sleepmaxxing' could be making your sleep worse

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 00:41:27 GMT

The things you're doing to make your sleep better could actually be making your sleep worse.

A&E to remain open as doctors' strike called off

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 14:15:17 GMT

Resident doctor strikes are now on pause while they consider a new pay offer form the government.

Inside Health

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:00:00 GMT

Plus, how much do people really change their habits for a free coffee?

Family of woman who died after 'misread' smear test join calls for inquiry

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 17:00:21 GMT

Relatives of Louise Corbett Gibbons support the campaign for an inquiry into screening services.

Harry says he 'slipped into depression' after leaving UK

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 18:55:41 GMT

The Duke of Sussex says he had an "adrenaline crash" while visiting Vancouver Island to "get some space".

Fund launched to back community wellbeing projects

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 11:35:58 GMT

The fund aims to attract support from individuals, families, businesses and charitable trusts.

I've woken from endometriosis operations to find the surgery hasn't been done

Tue, 13 Oct 2026 07:54:42 GMT

Kelly O'Shea says she's "lost faith" in women's health after paying £20k for treatment she needed.

Covid inquiry PPE report - key findings

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 12:45:44 GMT

What went wrong with the government's planning and buying of vital items like gloves and gowns that cost taxpayers billions of pounds.

Inside Health

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 10:12:00 GMT

Millions of people still have long Covid, yet a cure still isn't quite within reach.

Inside Health

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 09:00:00 GMT

How understanding inflammation could transform treatments from cancer to Alzheimer’s.

New mental health directory launches

Mon, 12 Oct 2026 10:09:04 GMT

It provides information about a range of services to support mental health, officials say.

The Fix

Mon, 12 Oct 2026 22:41:58 GMT

Two former addicts run a church in Burnley trying to help people in crisis.

'That nagging feeling of dread': Is 'hang-xiety' a real thing?

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 23:31:52 GMT

For some, a hangover can start an anxious spiral. We spoke to experts about the reasons why.

What are the symptoms of meningitis and how is it spread?

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 13:27:27 GMT

Some people can carry bacteria in their nose or throat without getting sick, but can spread it to others.

'It shows you there is hope': Football coach on anorexia recovery journey

Sun, 11 Oct 2026 05:43:12 GMT

Jordan Caldwell, who once struggled to see a future beyond anorexia, says bodybuilding gave him a new purpose in life.

How to find your perfect pillow - according to an expert

Mon, 28 Sep 2026 09:45:37 GMT

Dr Chris McCarthy talks through the four considerations you need to make before buying your pillow.

Cut screen time in classrooms to avoid long-term health issues, government urged

Tue, 13 Oct 2026 08:22:54 GMT

A group of clinicians warns technology use in English schools is driving a rise in health problems like short-sightedness.

Report highlights flaws in ADHD and autism care

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 13:52:01 GMT

There is a risk of people being over-diagnosed with ADHD and autism, an official review in England has found.

Open wounds and eyes that can't close - women warn about cheap bleph eyelid surgery

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 05:00:25 GMT

A concerning number of patients are reporting problems from treatment abroad, say doctors.

Baby termination was 'our most loving choice'

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 05:07:21 GMT

Rosanna Brown was advised to end her pregnancy because her baby had a life-threatening condition.

Yes, hang-xiety is a real thing

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 14:59:16 GMT

Waking up feeling hungover AND anxious? BBC Health's Chloe Hayward explains the science behind hang-xiety.

I've woken from endometriosis operations to find the surgery hasn't been done

Tue, 13 Oct 2026 07:54:42 GMT

Kelly O'Shea says she's "lost faith" in women's health after paying £20k for treatment she needed.

Resident doctors cancel strike after new offer from government

Sat, 13 Jun 2026 20:46:11 GMT

The walkout had been due to start at 07:00 BST on Monday and last until Friday.

'World-first' vaccine designed by artificial intelligence

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 23:29:06 GMT

Cambridge scientists say they have, for the first time, tested a vaccine designed by AI.

More protein or less? The foods to get you through a heatwave

Wed, 08 Jul 2026 09:05:56 GMT

When turning on the oven is a no-no and you're bored of salads, these foods (and drinks) will help to beat the heat.

'People forget we exist': Why older LGBTQ+ people fear losing identity

Sat, 19 Sep 2026 23:18:46 GMT

A report suggests older LGBTQ+ people experience more social isolation than their heterosexual peers.

ADHD and autism at risk of over-diagnosis, says government review

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 23:01:30 GMT

The review, which focuses on younger people, warned there was a risk society was moving from an era of under-diagnosis to over-diagnosis.

'Ominous signs' of winter pressures as NHS waiting list grows

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 12:42:56 GMT

NHS winter pressures appear to be building already, with rises in waiting times for planned surgery.

Carys lived with endometriosis pain for decades, then everything changed

Sun, 11 Oct 2026 06:23:53 GMT

Carys Thurlby says "intense pain had become my normal" but surgery changed her life.

One million UK people who have never smoked are now vaping

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:09:28 GMT

Latest statistics also show, for the second year in a row, more over-16s vape than smoke.

Resident doctors take strike action over pay

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 10:45:58 GMT

The BMA said there will "undoubtedly be cancellation of operations, outpatient appointments and elective care" but "patient safety will still be prioritised".

Which emergency foods should you stock up on?

Mon, 21 Sep 2026 05:22:09 GMT

The BBC's Annabel Rackham shares some dos and don'ts, following government advice in case of food supply chain disruption.

'I was dead for 10 minutes, but lived to tell the tale'

Tue, 13 Oct 2026 05:09:13 GMT

Medics in Spain raced against time to save Sandra McCartney's life after her heart stopped beating.

Starting uni? What to know about the free NHS meningitis B jab in England

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 01:00:09 GMT

It follows the UK's largest and fastest growing meningitis B outbreak to date in Kent earlier this year.

Teen 'detached from reality' to cope with return of aggressive cancer

Mon, 12 Oct 2026 05:26:28 GMT

Ethan found out his cancer had returned two weeks after successful treatment.

Ten NHS trusts referred over monitoring consent

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 05:42:35 GMT

Infrared technology is used in patients' bedrooms and can monitor their breathing and pulse.

New global guidelines warn against obesity drugs for children under 10

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 08:07:54 GMT

Care should focus on healthy eating and exercise, not medicines such as weight-loss injections, says the World Health Organization

'Our newborn baby nearly died from Group B Strep'

Mon, 12 Oct 2026 16:15:26 GMT

At just three weeks old, Leo suddenly became suddenly unwell, caused by Group B Streptococcus

Service increases access to mental health support

Sun, 11 Oct 2026 07:51:12 GMT

The programme covers a range of topics, including managing anxiety and boosting self-esteem.