Entries by BBC News - Health

Millions wait more than a fortnight to see a GP in England

The government has said it expects all patients needing a GP appointment to be seen within two weeks.

The tech entrepreneur betting he can get younger

Millions of dollars are being poured into research to find ways of making lives longer and healthier.

Herpes deaths: NHS trust lied about virus links, inquest hears

Kimberley Sampson and Samantha Mulcahy both died from herpes infections after Caesarean births.

Lucy Letby trial: Nurse told police spike in deaths was a shock, court told

Lucy Letby said a spike in baby collapses was upsetting, but she did not question it, a jury hears.

PMDD: Severe period symptoms leading some women to hysterectomies

Women as young as 30 are undergoing extreme treatments for Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder.

Kettering hospital ward accused of failing children rated inadequate

The watchdog's findings at Kettering General Hospital come after dozens of families' concerns.

Junior doctors’ strike: Medical chiefs call on third party to broker talks

Academy of Medical Royal Colleges raises concerns over future impact on patients and NHS in England.

KitKat maker Nestle urged to cut unhealthy food sales

An activist shareholder group is calling on the food company to 'play its part' in global health.

Psychologist’s death due to AstraZeneca Covid vaccine reaction – inquest

The coroner at Stephen Wright's inquest described it as a "very unusual and deeply tragic case".

Cause of grey hair may be ‘stuck’ cells, say scientists

As people age, pigment-making cells lose their ability to mature and maintain hair colour, research suggests.