Entries by BBC News

What have families told the Lampard Inquiry into mental health deaths?

The latest stage of the public inquiry into 2,000 deaths in Essex hears more from bereaved families.

Viral face depuffing tricks – skin experts reveal if they work

We look at three viral hacks to unpick fact from fiction - the effects are often at best, temporary, say experts.

Bailiffs used to pursue NHS staff over pay errors

Thousands of NHS workers were pursued by debt collectors after salary overpayments, the BBC finds.

Intermittent fasting may make little difference to weight loss, review finds

But researchers say it could still improve someone's overall health through helpful changes to some body functions.

Measles outbreak could see unvaccinated pupils excluded from schools in north London

Children identified as close contacts of people with the disease could be excluded for three weeks

Women calling for greater support with menopause

Women who experienced challenges during the menopause set up businesses to help others.

Women calling for greater support with menopause

Women who experienced challenges during the menopause set up businesses to help others.

Married couple share same cancer diagnosis

An East Kent Hospital surgeon says it was the "first time" he had encountered such a case.

‘Fast-spreading’ measles outbreak hits several schools in London

A number of children have been hospitalised as officials urge families to check they are up to date with their vaccines.

Death of the sex drive – and the great debate over whether testosterone can help get it back

Can boosting testosterone improve libido, or is much of the attention solely hype, profit, and placebo?