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Cheltenham A&E to remain open as doctors’ strike called off
Cheltenham General Hospital’s A&E department will remain open after the British Medical Association suspended a planned four-day resident doctor strike following a new government pay offer.
Free NHS meningitis jab available for some teenagers – what you need to know
England is offering a free meningitis B vaccine to approximately one million young people, following an outbreak in Kent earlier in 2026 that resulted in 29 confirmed or suspected cases and two deaths.
‘It was barbaric. I was crying my eyes out’: why are so many women left in agony by routine womb examinations?
Women are reporting severe pain during routine womb examinations called hysteroscopies, with pain relief options varying widely across the UK despite calls for better anesthesia choices and informed consent.
I was abused as a child – and thought I had healed. Then I began drinking in lockdown
A doctor and author who survived childhood sexual abuse found himself turning to alcohol during pandemic lockdowns, despite believing he had healed years earlier through therapy and writing a memoir about his experience.
Trust in science: A new STAT initiative
STAT News launches a new trust-in-science reporting initiative, hiring award-winning journalist Nicholas Florko to investigate misinformation origins and the erosion of public confidence in scientific institutions.
Reduce protein to increase longevity? Nutrition experts say that’s a bad idea
Nutrition experts criticize a recent review suggesting protein restriction promotes longevity, warning the advice could harm older adults, sedentary individuals, and those on weight loss medications.
She grew up unvaccinated. Now she’s a leading voice for science — and empathy
Elisabeth Marnik grew up unvaccinated due to her mother’s distrust of science, but at 23 she sought all childhood vaccines. Now a Ph.D. immunologist, she uses social media and storytelling to promote vaccine acceptance through empathy rather than shame.
Dissecting Chinese trial strategy in wake of deaths
Merck and Moderna announced that a personalized mRNA cancer vaccine slowed melanoma recurrence when added to existing treatment in a late-stage clinical trial.
Vaping could lead to health harm in children and young people, doctors warn
Medical experts warn that vaping poses health risks to children and young people, including breathing problems and developmental harms, and call for stricter regulations to reduce its appeal.
Relationship OCD convinced me I’d cheat on my boyfriend
Relationship OCD causes persistent intrusive doubts about romantic partnerships that go far beyond normal relationship concerns, leading individuals to engage in compulsive behaviors seeking reassurance from partners or external sources.
UK humanitarian worker monitored for Ebola in London hospital
A UK humanitarian worker has been evacuated to a London hospital for monitoring after potential Ebola exposure in the Democratic Republic of Congo, though the worker currently shows no symptoms.
‘If all else fails, sue’: how ultra-processed food firms are using the courts to obstruct health rules
Major ultra-processed food companies have filed hundreds of lawsuits challenging government health policies, with 235 cases identified across multiple countries between 2010 and 2025, according to a multi-country investigation.
Multiple sclerosis: First drug to help patients walk now on NHS in England
Fampridine, a drug that helps multiple sclerosis patients walk, is now available on the NHS in England. The medication boosts nerve signals, with clinical trials showing approximately four in 10 users experienced improved walking speed.
Heatwave anxiety can make you feel ‘incredibly helpless’ – here’s how to manage it
Climate anxiety intensified during England’s warmest June on record, with some individuals reporting severe distress. Psychologists recommend talking with others, finding communities, and taking positive action to manage the mental health impact.
Repeated use of saunas could help people cope better in heatwaves, scientists say
Scientists suggest regular sauna use may help bodies adapt to heat through improved sweating and blood flow, though experts caution against using saunas during active heatwaves without medical supervision.
Calls for change after fertility appointment inside maternity unit
A woman undergoing fertility treatment calls for separation of gynaecology and fertility services from maternity units after finding her appointment located within a maternity facility in Northern Ireland.
Why is the rate of premature births so high in this community?
A fishing settlement in Pakistan has a premature birth rate of about 1 in 4 babies, nearly double the national average, prompting researchers to investigate bacterial indicators and underlying causes.
NI health: Consultants and specialist doctors take strike action
Consultants and specialist doctors in Northern Ireland conducted their first-ever strike, with 90% of routine and elective services continuing despite the 24-hour walkout over pay disputes.
Endometriosis: I had to stop modelling because I kept passing out
A former model diagnosed with endometriosis at 25 had to leave her career due to debilitating symptoms. One in six women with the condition reportedly leave the workplace, prompting a UK inquiry into workplace treatment.
NHS trust investigated for corporate manslaughter after Nottingham attacks
Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust faces a police investigation for corporate manslaughter following the 2023 Nottingham attacks carried out by a patient under its care.
Poorest children in England 40% more likely to be hospitalised for lung infections
Children in England’s poorest areas face a 40% higher hospitalization rate for respiratory infections compared to those in wealthier regions, according to NHS data analysis highlighting air pollution’s role in health disparities.
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