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NHS waiting lists hit record high in England
The latest data shows 7.47 million people are waiting for routine hospital treatment.
Cerberus heatwave: Hot weather sweeps across southern Europe
The heatwave could potentially lead to record-breaking temperatures, forecasters say.
Public sector pay: Government weigh up 6.5% increase
The announcement is expected on Thursday, following formal sign off from the prime minister and chancellor.
Cat Burns on autism, ADHD and a lack of research
The singer opens up about being diagnosed as a black woman and why she wants more research to be done.
Pay rise announced as junior doctors strike in England
NHS doctors will get pay rise of 6%, says government, as junior medics in England stage longest strike yet.
Covid inquiry: Tick-box meetings with government during pandemic, says O’Neill
Former deputy first minister Michelle O'Neill was giving evidence to the Covid-19 inquiry.
Call for clarity over NHS role after misdiagnosis death
Emily Chesterton, who saw a physician associate twice before she died, did not know they were not a GP.
North East Ambulance Service apologises to families
An independent review has been published into claims the NEAS covered up patient failings.
Concerns over focus on skin colour in newborn checks
A report questions the language used for some checks, including assessing whether the baby is "pink all over".
Shingles vaccine extended to vulnerable over-50s
From September, nearly a million more people in England can be protected against the painful virus.