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At-home cervical screenings to roll out in city
Eligible women will be able to order a free self-testing kit online through the NHS app.
Staff slept while patient killed at NHS mental health unit
Inquest hears how Rolando Torres-Pena, 22, was able to strangle and kill Hugo Flint-Cahan on a hospital ward in east London.
The Pitt is up for 25 Emmys - but the show's biggest fans are real-life doctors
Those in the medical profession say the HBO Max show about a US hospital emergency room is the most realistic medical drama yet.
Why I'm doing a September reset and how you can create a new routine
It's the month when many of us embark on a new chapter so here's how to start strong and keep the good habits.
Some dentists say more young people are grinding their teeth - are you one of them?
Millions of us do it, though few of us realise we do - but getting the right treatment can be life-changing.
Fire at nursing home in Chile kills 16 residents
Ten people were evacuated from the home in Araucanía region in central Chile.
Running costs of vaccine damage scheme more than double amount paid to victims
The cost of administration and medical checks has now topped £83m, according to new figures.
Running costs of vaccine damage scheme more than double amount paid to victims
The cost of administration and medical checks has now topped £83m, according to new figures.
'Game-changing' suicide prevention charity expands
The charity provides safe spaces for men to talk about their emotions without being judged.
Assisted dying: How laws differ around the world
About 300 million people have access to some form of assisted dying - what are the policies of other countries?
Does your partner's snoring keep you up? It could be impacting your health
Sleeping next to a snorer could be having a negative effect on your health, experts tell the BBC.
William and Catherine praise role of sports in suicide prevention
The Princess of Wales has made a surprise appearance alongside her husband the Prince of Wales, as he gave an impassioned call to the sports sector to help prevent suicides.
How can sport help mental health?
At the launch of On Your Side, a mental health toolkit created by the Prince of Wales and the Royal Foundation, BBC Sport's Nesta McGregor asks sporting stars, 'how has sport helped your mental health?'
What in the World
More people are doing it to feel confident socialising - but what are the risks?
Campaigners hold vigil as stroke unit closes
Patients needing urgent care will be taken to Taunton or Dorchester instead.
'My cancer spread while I waited months for surgery': The cost of England's cancer wait times
Cancer care has got worse since the government announced plans to speed up waiting times and save more lives, BBC analysis shows.
UK needs new laws for AI in healthcare, says watchdog
The technology will soon be routinely used within the NHS, MHRA chief Lawrence Tallon tells the BBC.
Migraines and acne among five more conditions pharmacists can treat
Pharmacies in England will soon offer treatments for a total of 12 common conditions which save people going to their GP first.
Should you sync your workouts to your period?
Menstrual cycles are highly individual, making blanket advice found on social media difficult to apply, researchers say.
