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Samaritans facing volunteer exodus over proposed branch closures /in /by

Opponents fear plans to close more than100 branches could put the charity’s ability to answer calls in doubt.

Samaritans facing volunteer exodus over proposed branch closures /in /by

Opponents fear plans to close more than100 branches could put the charity’s ability to answer calls in doubt.

The power of neuroplasticity – when the brain heals itself /in /by

A terrible accident left construction worker Phineas Gage with serious brain damage. Amazingly, he recovered - forever changing our understanding of the human brain.

Flagship NHS pledge hanging in the balance – experts /in /by

A think tank warns the 18-week waiting time target will not be hit by 2029, on current rate of progress.

‘She doesn’t get another childhood’: The lives on hold waiting for wheelchairs /in /by

More than a thousand disabled children are waiting for wheelchairs and equipment that could transform their lives, Whizz Kidz say

UK drug price rises necessary, says Patrick Vallance /in /by

His comments come after pharmaceutical giants either paused or scrapped projects in the UK.

Head nurse describes ‘chaotic’ night baby died /in /by

Head nurse Ronald Carrido tells the inquest into a baby's death about the moment he called for help.

Are chia seeds and other fibre ‘hacks’ good for you? /in /by

Obesity and nutritional epidemiologist Dr Deirdre Tobias explains how chia seeds can help you add more fibre to your diet - but only if you're still eating a balanced diet.

Huntington’s disease successfully treated for first time /in /by

One of the most devastating diseases finally has a treatment that can slow its progression and transform lives, tearful doctors tell BBC.

Huntington’s disease successfully treated for first time /in /by

One of the most devastating diseases finally has a treatment that can slow its progression and transform lives, tearful doctors tell BBC.