Entries by BBC News - Health

Proposal to raise minimum alcohol price to 65p in Scotland

Scotland's drugs minister says the plan would strike a balance between public health and the impact on business.

Doctor paid £3,000 for shift as new strike begins

Concern mounts about costs of walkouts in England, as doctors charge premium rates to provide cover.

Nicky Newman: Celebrities pay tribute to inspirational cancer campaigner

Nicky Newman, who inspired Britain with her brave outlook on life despite battling stage four breast cancer, has died.

What to do if you have Covid: Symptoms, tests and can you go to work or school?

No Covid restrictions are in place across the UK, so how should you manage having it?

Double doctors’ strike – what you need to know

Consultants and junior doctors in England begin their first joint strike across the NHS in England.

Li-Fraumeni Syndrome: Woman with rare condition given clinical trial hope

Ella Hines, 24, has Li-Fraumeni Syndrome, which increases her chances of getting cancer by 90%.

Hull cataract patient brings legal action over vision loss

John Stabler says the pain he felt after routine surgery was like being hit "with a sledgehammer".

Children on puberty blockers saw mental health change – new analysis

New analysis finds most children had a significant change in their mental health while on the drugs.

Disability benefits cost could rocket, report says

The study says action needs to be taken to improve the health of people who are about to retire.

Doctors strike: NHS Gloucestershire warn of disruption

NHS Gloucestershire puts temporary changes in place while members of the BMA union walkout.