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Is vaginal microbiome testing worth it?
Tue, 23 Jun 2026 16:30:28 GMT
Testing the vagina microbiome is increasing in popularity with companies offering at-home tests
What to do if you think someone has heat exhaustion or heatstroke
Mon, 22 Jun 2026 11:05:28 GMT
Know the signs and what to do if someone is unwell in hot weather.
Cancellations 'unavoidable' during hospital strike
Fri, 12 Jun 2026 15:03:33 GMT
The British Medical Association has announced more strike action in an ongoing dispute over pay.
Islanders' lifestyle views could help shape future
Sun, 14 Jun 2026 11:09:32 GMT
The results could help the government plan and deliver services in the future, officials say.
All in the Mind
Tue, 23 Jun 2026 09:00:00 GMT
What does the evidence tell us?
What are UV levels and how can you protect yourself?
Mon, 22 Jun 2026 13:43:26 GMT
Some UV exposure is essential for our wellbeing, but too much is damaging and can cause skin cancer.
Taboo subjects on the table at women's health event
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 05:23:30 GMT
Three nurses behind the event say they want women to feel they can have open and honest conversations.
'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.
Young women now have 'close to zero' risk of cervical cancer death after HPV jab
Thu, 18 Jun 2026 08:14:34 GMT
A new study finds that hundreds of lives have been saved since school-age girls were offered the HPV jab in 2008.
Inside Health
Tue, 17 Mar 2026 10:00:00 GMT
James Gallagher examines the outbreak of bacterial meningitis in Kent.
'I spent uni savings on getting my teeth fixed' - the real cost of NHS dentist shortage
Thu, 11 Jun 2026 23:03:30 GMT
People tell BBC Your Voice the rising cost of private dentistry is putting them in a difficult position.
What is the UK Covid inquiry and how does it work?
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 11:20:11 GMT
The fourth report from the inquiry into the pandemic said the vaccine roll-out was an "extraordinary feat".
Why are resident doctors striking and how much are they paid?
Wed, 27 May 2026 14:57:29 GMT
In June, resident doctors in England will walk out for the 16th time in a long-running dispute over pay.
'I won't have another baby after breastfeeding trauma'
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 05:08:17 GMT
New mothers say they did not receive enough breastfeeding support when their babies were born.
Minimum age of 11 set for UK puberty blocker trial
Fri, 19 Jun 2026 16:18:49 GMT
Gender-questioning children will have to be at least 11 years old to take part in a clinical trial of puberty-blocking drugs.
Swim club calls for more school water safety lessons
Mon, 22 Jun 2026 05:08:04 GMT
From the autumn a new Water Safety Forum is being introduced to primary and secondary schools.
'I've never been this good' – revolutionary immune reset puts lupus in remission
Thu, 11 Jun 2026 23:31:13 GMT
Patients on the trial have not needed medication to manage their condition.
Why women are more affected by hot weather than men
Wed, 24 Jun 2026 18:39:05 GMT
Why are women’s bodies impacted by heat differently to men’s?
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.
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.
Why women are more affected by hot weather than men
Wed, 24 Jun 2026 18:39:05 GMT
Why are women’s bodies impacted by heat differently to men’s?
Jeremy Clarkson in remission from prostate cancer
Sun, 21 Jun 2026 01:48:33 GMT
The presenter shared his "aggressive" cancer diagnosis on an episode of Clarkson's Farm earlier this week.
Puberty blocker trial will help reduce harm, says Cass report author
Mon, 22 Jun 2026 20:30:41 GMT
Dr Hilary Cass says she is "absolutely convinced that more children will be harmed if we don't do the trial than if we do."
First drug to delay onset of type 1 diabetes made available on NHS
Mon, 22 Jun 2026 23:44:41 GMT
The immunotherpay can give children and adults three extra years before they need to use insulin.
Excessive social media 'negatively impacts wellbeing'
Sat, 23 May 2026 06:27:17 GMT
The World Happiness Reports finds the more time spent on social media the greater loss of wellbeing.
How an ovary syndrome led to Bake Off star's fame
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 05:17:24 GMT
Now a successful TV presenter, Briony May Williams said she started stress-baking when she became ill.
Mums' choir leader 'baffled' by park fee structure
Wed, 06 May 2026 05:24:27 GMT
A postnatal choir leader says professional dog walkers pay less to use the city's parks.
The Climate Question
Sun, 21 Jun 2026 13:00:00 GMT
How the rise in night-time temperatures is starting to disrupt our sleep and health
Want to feel happier at work? Take a five-minute walk
Tue, 23 Jun 2026 23:50:12 GMT
Sitting for prolonged periods is associated with health complications – but you can counteract the risks of a sedentary life.
Inside Health
Tue, 31 Mar 2026 09:00:00 GMT
James Gallagher finds out how a hot flush feels - and delves into a new treatment.
Why you might not be buying the right pain relief for period cramps
Sun, 14 Jun 2026 23:10:57 GMT
Many women are buying less effective pain medication for period cramps, supermarket data suggests.
How can we keep children safe during the heatwave?
Wed, 24 Jun 2026 17:38:58 GMT
A doctor from Bristol Royal Hospital for Children gives his tips for keeping children protected.
Major A&E changes announced amid strikes
Fri, 12 Jun 2026 12:50:16 GMT
Patients have been urged to only attend A&E if their condition is life-threatening or serious.
Many fear the NHS will continue to fail mothers and babies unless there's a cultural shift
Wed, 24 Jun 2026 13:06:11 GMT
Families will continue to be failed unless the NHS makes meaningful changes, BBC's Michael Buchanan writes.
Flesh-eating bug made my skin look like roadkill
Wed, 17 Jun 2026 05:39:04 GMT
Caroline Fonjock says she owes her life to the medics who quickly diagnosed and treated her.
Is watching England in the World Cup bad for your health?
Tue, 23 Jun 2026 04:30:14 GMT
Watching football is an emotional rollercoaster - but is it good or bad for your health?
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.
Inside Health
Tue, 10 Mar 2026 10:00:00 GMT
James visits Hackney, which has one of the lowest vaccination rates in the country.
'We travel 530 miles so our son can have a haircut'
Wed, 17 Jun 2026 06:13:43 GMT
How a very special hairdressing salon in Lowestoft is cutting it when it comes to neurodivergence.
Vaccines a huge success, but public trust must be earned - key findings from Covid report
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 13:02:12 GMT
Immunisation saved hundreds of thousands of UK lives, but vaccine hesitancy remains an issue.
What does hot weather do to the body?
Mon, 22 Jun 2026 13:48:18 GMT
Hot weather during the summer can affect anyone, but some people run a greater risk of serious harm.
Recovery of Ebola patients offers rare moments of joy at epicentre of outbreak
Mon, 15 Jun 2026 23:26:39 GMT
There are glimpses of happiness in the Democratic Republic of Congo's fight against the virus that has killed more than 170.
Rollout of Covid vaccines extraordinary feat - inquiry report
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 14:39:07 GMT
Covid vaccines saved hundreds of thousands of lives, but a small minority harmed need better support, says report.
What are the symptoms of meningitis and how is it spread?
Fri, 12 Jun 2026 10:03:05 GMT
Some people can carry bacteria in their nose or throat without getting sick, but can spread it to others.
Is vaginal microbiome testing worth it?
Tue, 23 Jun 2026 16:30:28 GMT
Testing the vagina microbiome is increasing in popularity with companies offering at-home tests
How can we help our fathers live longer?
Sun, 21 Jun 2026 05:23:36 GMT
One in five men dies before the age of 65 but getting help sooner could save lives.
What is meningitis B and why is a vaccine only being offered to some teenagers?
Fri, 12 Jun 2026 10:40:50 GMT
Only select groups of teenagers and some young people will be eligible for the vaccine. Here's why.
Inside Health
Tue, 24 Mar 2026 10:00:00 GMT
James Gallagher is joined by experts to answer key questions on the meningitis outbreak.
Bird flu vaccine trial against potential pandemic strain begins
Tue, 21 Apr 2026 23:00:08 GMT
The jab targets the H5N1 flu strain which has caused devastating infections in bird populations worldwide, but has yet to spread between humans.
Five tips to keep your kids cool in a heatwave
Fri, 19 Jun 2026 00:07:22 GMT
Temperatures are set to rise over the next few days, and children can be especially vulnerable - so read on for tips to protect them.
'I forgot what it's like to be outside': Intensive care ward opens on rooftop
Fri, 29 May 2026 00:00:10 GMT
The outdoor ward, at King's College Hospital in London, will monitor how much it boosts the recovery of seriously ill patients.
