Entries by BBC News

Why are resident doctors striking and how much are they paid? /in /by

Resident doctors in England are striking between 14 and 19 November, in their 13th walkout since 2023.

NHS waiting list down after three months of rises /in /by

At the end of September, the backlog stood at 7.39 million in England.

NHS waiting list down – how is your hospital doing? /in /by

At the end of September, the backlog stood at 7.39 million in England.

Type 1 diabetes is worse in young children – now scientists know why /in /by

They show cells that control blood sugar are more vulnerable in early childhood.

Hospitals knew a heart device led to more patients’ deaths – but they kept using it /in /by

Almost half of patients given a heart pump, after the NHS had raised concerns about it, died soon after.

Hospitals knew a heart device led to more patients’ deaths – but they kept using it /in /by

Almost half of patients given a heart pump, after the NHS had raised concerns about it, died soon after.

Streeting accuses doctors’ union of acting ‘like cartel’ /in /by

The health secretary launches strongest criticism yet of the union ahead of Friday's strike by resident doctors.

The benefits of giving someone the benefit of the doubt /in /by

Psychologist Kimberley Wilson explains why it can be a more peaceful way to live.

Thousands of NHS staff in England to lose jobs after deal approved /in /by

The compromise deal would allow the NHS to overspend this year.

‘My son, 4, has childhood dementia – I’m heartbroken’ /in /by

Tammy McDaid is raising funds to help her make memories with her son Tate.