Entries by BBC News

The trade in US body parts that’s completely legal – but ripe for exploitation /in /by

Human remains can mean profits. But there is an emotional debate about the ethics of the industry.

AI stethoscope could detect major heart conditions in seconds /in /by

The new technology could be a "game-changer" resulting in patients being treated sooner, experts say.

‘Slimming jabs have changed the way we do things’ /in /by

Angie Smith said she has asked brides if they are using slimming jabs after a trend emerged this year.

What is chickenpox and who can get an NHS vaccine? /in /by

The standard NHS childhood vaccination programme will include chickenpox from 2 January 2026.

What is chickenpox and how can I get my child vaccinated? /in /by

The NHS in England and Wales will start offering the MMRV vaccine to young children from January 2026.

Children to be offered chickenpox vaccine on NHS /in /by

All young children in England and Wales will be offered a free chickenpox vaccine by the NHS from January 2026.

Price of Mounjaro to be discounted in UK pharmacies /in /by

The rebate allays fears of a 170% price rise but patients are warned the cost of the drug will still jump.

Seven-week wait for some red flag cancer patients ‘frustrating’ /in /by

The target set by the Department of Health for patients red flagged for breast cancer to be assessed is 14 days.

Brain image doctor banned for assault and racism /in /by

Dr Sayed Talibi is told his conduct was "fundamentally incompatible" with being a doctor.

Inside Health /in /by

Cystic fibrosis care, AI in cancer screening & science of run clubs.