Entries by BBC News - Health

NHS interpreting service problems contributed to patient deaths

The BBC finds interpreting issues were a factor in 80 babies dying or being injured between 2018-2022.

Black women most likely to die in medieval plague, Museum of London says

Bioarchaeologists studied three plague burial sites to research how racism influenced risk of death.

Covid inquiry: Chris Whitty to appear after Vallance says pair had different opinions

It comes after top scientist Sir Patrick Vallance said the pair had different opinions over lockdown.

Scientists not consulted on Eat Out to Help Out – Sir Patrick Vallance

Sir Patrick Vallance tells of threats to him and his family, as he criticises a "lack of leadership".

Covid inquiry: What has Sir Patrick Vallance said in his diaries?

The UK's chief scientific adviser during Covid recorded his thoughts most evenings in handwritten notes.

Red-wine headache explained – and it is not about volume

For some, a glass is enough to trigger headache due to the way their body metabolises the drink, scientists say.

Cystic fibrosis ‘miracle drug’ Kaftrio best Christmas gift – family

Jesses, 4, from Essex, who has cystic fibrosis, will begin taking Kaftrio drug after its approval.

‘I was addicted to social media – now I’m suing Big Tech’

The lawsuit says four of the largest social media firms knowingly expose children to harmful products.

Winter pressure may hit NHS Wales wait targets – minister

The health minister says winter pressures could have an impact on waiting list targets.

Health Secretary Victoria Atkins says husband’s sugar job no conflict

Victoria Atkins says she has always been absolutely "scrupulous" in declaring her interests.