BBC Health News

DNA pioneer James Watson dies at 9707 Nov 2025 21:24The Nobel Prize winner felt ostracised by the scientific community over his comments on race and intelligence.
UK facing long, tough flu season, NHS chiefs warn06 Nov 2025 11:08Vulnerable urged to come forward for flu jab quickly as virus has come early this year.
Botox was like going for coffee - but I had no idea if it was genuine07 Nov 2025 05:59Rules about administering drugs such as Botox and Mounjaro have not kept up, says Wales' regulator.
Doctor licked beer off colleague, tribunal hears07 Nov 2025 06:42Dr Mark Watson is suspended for licking beer from a younger colleague's cleavage.
Failing care homes not reinspected within a year07 Nov 2025 00:10BBC finds a fifth of care homes rated "inadequate" were not reinspected within a year or more.
How a 'swimming cap' could transform care for brain-injured babies07 Nov 2025 01:50Researchers are trialling a new technique to monitor brain function in newborns.

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Last Updated 5 Sep 2022