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Online gaming escaped Australia’s social media ban – but critics say it’s just as addictive

Parents and experts say gaming poses many of the same risks for kids as social media, and want them included.

Plea after girl, 13, died copying social media trend

Sonia Hopkin says her daughter had been trying to replicate videos she had seen on TikTok.

Plea after girl, 13, died copying social media trend

Sonia Hopkin says her daughter had been trying to replicate videos she had seen on TikTok.

Operations and treatments cut back as NHS orders hospitals to save money

Documents seen by BBC show hospitals being ordered to slow down on activity to help balance the books.

Operations and treatments cut back as NHS orders hospitals to save money

Documents seen by BBC show hospitals being ordered to slow down on activity to help balance the books.

How I proved hair loss and dizziness aren’t just symptoms of ‘being a mum’

Iron deficiency is a relatively common problem, especially in women. Here's how to spot the symptoms.

How I proved hair loss and dizziness aren’t just symptoms of ‘being a mum’

Iron deficiency is a relatively common problem, especially in women. Here's how to spot the symptoms.

Streeting confirms public inquiry into NHS trust

The TEWV announcement comes after calls from families of three patients who died by suicide.

Streeting confirms public inquiry into NHS trust

The TEWV announcement comes after calls from families of three patients who died by suicide.

Private flu vaccine stocks running low as cases rise

Those eligible for a vaccine can access jabs from the NHS, but experts say that people have turned to pharmacies for convenience.