Entries by BBC News

Life-extending prostate cancer drug to be offered to thousands in England

Abiraterone will be available in a matter of weeks and will be offered to 7,000 men a year.

Hospital violated trans complaint nurses’ dignity, tribunal rules

A judge says the hospital chiefs' changing room policy created a "hostile" environment for women.

Lacking willpower this January? Here’s how to reframe your mind

Complex podcast host and chartered psychologist Kimberley Wilson joins What's Up Docs? to talk about how we think about willpower.

I didn’t give up, I let go. How I came to terms with not having children

After a decade of trying for a baby, Caroline and her husband decided they needed to build a different future.

Hospitals with unsafe concrete expected to miss rebuild deadline

Seven hospitals with Raac that were prioritised last year are not expected to be completed on time - some not until 2032/33.

ADHD diagnosis ‘changed’ Love Island star’s life

Dr Alex George wants better assessment waiting times after paying for expensive private tests.

Babies in Midlands and North ‘more likely to die around birth’

A study found the 10 consistently worst-performing centres were all in the Midlands and North of England.

Former NHS boss awarded £1.4m over unfair dismissal

Dr Susan Gilby told the BBC she was relieved the case was over and that it "was never about the money."

One in 10 patients spent over 12 hours in A&E in 2025

Nurses union says long waits and corridor care having a devastating impact on paitents.

Critical incident declared at hospitals by trust

The NHS trust says there is rising demand, causing "significant pressure" on hospitals.