Entries by BBC News - Health

Black women most likely to die in medieval plague, Museum of London says /in /by

Bioarchaeologists studied three plague burial sites to research how racism influenced risk of death.

Covid inquiry: Chris Whitty to appear after Vallance says pair had different opinions /in /by

It comes after top scientist Sir Patrick Vallance said the pair had different opinions over lockdown.

Scientists not consulted on Eat Out to Help Out – Sir Patrick Vallance /in /by

Sir Patrick Vallance tells of threats to him and his family, as he criticises a "lack of leadership".

Covid inquiry: What has Sir Patrick Vallance said in his diaries? /in /by

The UK's chief scientific adviser during Covid recorded his thoughts most evenings in handwritten notes.

Red-wine headache explained – and it is not about volume /in /by

For some, a glass is enough to trigger headache due to the way their body metabolises the drink, scientists say.

Cystic fibrosis ‘miracle drug’ Kaftrio best Christmas gift – family /in /by

Jesses, 4, from Essex, who has cystic fibrosis, will begin taking Kaftrio drug after its approval.

‘I was addicted to social media – now I’m suing Big Tech’ /in /by

The lawsuit says four of the largest social media firms knowingly expose children to harmful products.

Winter pressure may hit NHS Wales wait targets – minister /in /by

The health minister says winter pressures could have an impact on waiting list targets.

Health Secretary Victoria Atkins says husband’s sugar job no conflict /in /by

Victoria Atkins says she has always been absolutely "scrupulous" in declaring her interests.

Nottingham maternity units still failing some patients, says review leader /in /by

Senior midwife Donna Ockenden says her ongoing review had found criticism of interpretation services.