BBC News – Health
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Obesity rates have doubled in England since 1993 – what’s going on?
Around seven million more adults are living with obesity than would have been if obesity rates had stayed the same as 1993.
August 7, 2026/by BBC NewsMoment earthquake shakes hospital operating room in Japan
Security camera footage shows doctors shielding a patient on the operating table as last month's magnitude 6.8 quake shook Kumamoto General Hospital.
August 7, 2026/by BBC NewsArtificial Intelligence used to design brand new viruses
Scientists made 16 successful viruses that had their genetic code designed by artificial intelligence.
August 6, 2026/by BBC NewsNHS must plan for heatwaves like it does for winter, health secretary says
The warning comes after the NHS sees a surge in patients and problems with equipment in high temperatures.
August 6, 2026/by BBC NewsFighting the world’s most deadly animal… in an unexpected way
Mosquitoes aren't just annoying - they kill around 700,000 people a year via the diseases they spread. But scientists are developing new, counterintuitive ways to tackle them.
August 6, 2026/by BBC NewsSunshine to meal times: How to beat jet lag
With bags packed and boarding passes at the ready, what can you do to keep your body clock on track?
August 6, 2026/by BBC NewsHalf of vaccines are binned – ‘fridge-free’ versions could change that
Scientists have kept vaccines stable at room temperature for a year, which could transform global vaccination.
August 6, 2026/by BBC NewsWalk-in mental health centres to open in banks and libraries across England
Government plans network of nearly 200 specialist services to help those facing mental health crises.
August 5, 2026/by BBC NewsInside Health
Millions of people still have long Covid, yet a cure still isn't quite within reach.
August 5, 2026/by BBC NewsInside Health
Millions of people still have long Covid, yet a cure still isn't quite within reach.
August 5, 2026/by BBC NewsNational Trust expands park by 32 hectares
Former agricultural land is turned into a public park in Plymouth, the National Trust says.
August 5, 2026/by BBC NewsNational Trust expands park by 32 hectares
Former agricultural land is turned into a public park in Plymouth, the National Trust says.
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BBC News – Health
- Obesity rates have doubled in England since 1993 – what’s going on?August 7, 2026 - 7:38 pm
- Moment earthquake shakes hospital operating room in JapanAugust 7, 2026 - 7:46 am
- Artificial Intelligence used to design brand new virusesAugust 6, 2026 - 7:01 pm