Entries by BBC News - Health

Mouth-cancer deaths fear over NHS dentist shortage /in /by

The numbers dying from the disease have risen steadily over the past 10 years, figures show.

Nitrous oxide: Laughing gas possession becomes illegal /in /by

Now a class C drug, possession for recreational use will carry a prison sentence of up to two years.

Boris Johnson wanted to be injected with Covid on TV – ex-adviser /in /by

The former PM suggested being injected with the virus on TV would calm public fears, an ex-adviser says.

Ban on flavoured vapes and tax hike considered /in /by

The King's Speech promises a crackdown on vaping aimed at children.

Poor maternity care at Hull Royal Infirmary risked babies’ lives, say mums /in /by

Mums speak out after inspectors found maternity services at Hull Royal Infirmary were unsafe.

Norfolk and Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust paid PR firm £800k /in /by

Norfolk and Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust is criticised for payments to PR firm, the BBC reveals.

Anastrozole: Thousands to be offered drug to prevent breast cancer in England /in /by

Trials suggest anastrozole could reduce breast cancer cases by almost 50% in post-menopausal women.

Disabled arts scheme: Buying tickets ‘shouldn’t be a performance’ /in /by

A delayed pilot scheme will be up and running next year and should make booking tickets easier.

Covid Inquiry: Boris Johnson referred to Treasury as ‘pro-death squad’ /in /by

The ex-PM used the term while discussing easing lockdown rules in January 2021, the Covid Inquiry heard.

Parkinson’s implant restores man’s ability to walk /in /by

The special device stimulates nerves in Marc's spine, helping the 63-year-old walk again with confidence.