Tag Archive for: BBC News

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