Seven ways Starmer's plan could change the NHS
The BBC looks at what the government’s 10-year NHS plan could mean in practice.
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Digital imaging cuts waiting times for skin cancer
A digital imaging service has reduced waiting times for patients with suspected skin cancers.
Woman left fighting for life as fake Botox beautician apologises
As the BBC names a beautician who gave illegal jabs, two victims share their story.
New plan will fundamentally rewire NHS, says PM
But nurses, doctors and health experts say that more funding and extra staff are needed to make it a reality.
Former NFL player Corey Parchman addresses male infertility in new book
In his book, “IVF Playbook for Men,” Corey Parchman shares how stigma and lack of resources left him feeling isolated.
Covid care home policy was 'least worst decision' – Hancock
Former health secretary Matt Hancock denied claims the government’s attempt to throw a protective ring around care homes in early 2020 was empty rhetoric.
Catherine talks candidly of 'life-changing' cancer treatment
Catherine says “you put on a sort of brave face” during treatment but afterwards it can also feel “really difficult”.
Lucian Leape, Whose Work Spurred Patient Safety in Medicine, Dies at 94
Despite resistance from the medical establishment, he found systemic ways to reduce errors, paving the way for a global standard. Thousands of lives have been saved.
'Notable' rise in dads over 60 in England and Wales
Official figures show that the birth rate in England and Wales went up for the first time since 2021.
Inside Health
James Gallagher looks at the evidence for claims the benefits of sun could outweigh risks.