Entries by BBC News - Health

UK’s high rate of avoidable deaths linked to NHS woes

People in UK less likely to survive treatable conditions than in other rich nations, study suggests.

Sarah Ferguson: Duchess of York recovering after breast cancer op

Sarah Ferguson's doctors have told her that the prognosis is good, her spokesman says.

NHS plans: Sunak says expansion means ‘more doctors, nurses, and GPs’

The plan to reform NHS training and recruitment comes at a time of record-high waiting lists.

Vaping: E-cigarettes have ruined my life, woman says

Belle Moore, 19, who started vaping at 16 years old says she feels like she has "no control over it".

Central Middlesex Hospital attack: Man in court over double stabbing

Matteo Bottarelli, 43, appears in court charged with three counts of attempted murder.

Supermarket trolleys reveal heart problems in shoppers

Special sensors in the handle can detect an irregular heartbeat that raises the risk of stroke.

Supermarket trolleys reveal heart problems in shoppers

Special sensors in the handle can detect an irregular heartbeat that raises the risk of stroke.

Supermarket trolleys reveal heart problems in shoppers

Special sensors in the handle can detect an irregular heartbeat that raises the risk of stroke.

Junior doctors to hold longest strike yet in July

The walkout in England, beginning at 07:00 on July 13, will last for five consecutive days.

Covid Inquiry: Abuse of experts must stop, says Whitty

Sir Chris laments treatment as he gives evidence to Covid Inquiry on pandemic preparedness.