Adults with learning disabilities die 20 years early, report finds/in /by
People with learning disabilities and autism die almost 20 years younger than the rest of the population.
Scottish drug deaths fall but remain worst in Europe/in /by
The number of drug deaths is expected to have dropped slightly, but experts warn that any fall will most likely be a blip.
Baby dies of whooping cough after mother not vaccinated while pregnant/in /by
The first death from the illness this year comes as vaccination rates among children have declined.
Vaccination plea after baby’s ‘terrifying’ measles/in /by
Eight areas in the North East and Cumbria have seen a slight or moderate increase in MMR jab rates.
The trade in US body parts that’s completely legal – but ripe for exploitation/in /by
Human remains can mean profits. But there is an emotional debate about the ethics of the industry.
AI stethoscope could detect major heart conditions in seconds/in /by
The new technology could be a "game-changer" resulting in patients being treated sooner, experts say.
‘Slimming jabs have changed the way we do things’/in /by
Angie Smith said she has asked brides if they are using slimming jabs after a trend emerged this year.
What is chickenpox and how can I get my child vaccinated?/in /by
The NHS in England and Wales will start offering the MMRV vaccine to young children from January 2026.
Children to be offered chickenpox vaccine on NHS/in /by
All young children in England and Wales will be offered a free chickenpox vaccine by the NHS from January 2026.
Price of Mounjaro to be discounted in UK pharmacies/in /by
The rebate allays fears of a 170% price rise but patients are warned the cost of the drug will still jump.