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Monkeypox: London sees rise in cases in last month/in /by
Those at risk urged to get vaccinated to protect themselves, as data reveals 10 new cases in London during May.
New superbug-killing antibiotic discovered using AI/in /by
The drug can target one of the three most dangerous bacterial superbugs, say researchers.
Government not taking ‘appalling’ alcohol harm seriously, MPs say/in /by
The public accounts committee calls for more support for alcohol treatment to save money and lives.
Five hospitals at risk of collapse to be rebuilt/in /by
The sites in England were all developed using a lightweight concrete with a limited lifespan.
Promoting vapes to kids is ridiculous, says Rishi Sunak/in /by
Rishi Sunak says he is looking at strengthening marketing rules for e-cigarettes.
Is the past year’s spike in strike action here to stay?/in /by
BBC economics editor Faisal Islam asks whether a historic surge in industrial action is likely to persist.
Health boss says obesity ‘bigger health impact than Covid’ long term/in /by
Weight issues are a growing threat to public health and the economy, a county director says.
Young mental health patients ‘at risk’ in child wards/in /by
A report warns that young people with mental health needs are "at risk" on children's wards in England.
Plant-based diets good for the heart/in /by
The effect is about a third that of a taking daily cholesterol-lowering statin, research suggests.
Shop around on NHS app to shorten wait for treatment/in /by
IT upgrade will allow patients to exercise their right to choose where they are treated, ministers say.