Entries by BBC News - Health

Scientists: Allow forbidden 28-day embryo experiments /in /by

Many UK scientists want to double the time allowed for embryo research - and there could be public support.

Ugandan teenage cancer patient: How a bed saved my life /in /by

Many young Ugandan patients stop free treatment as their families cannot afford other hidden costs.

Willenhall lorry driver thanks wife after his breast cancer diagnosis /in /by

Darren Pallett, whose wife found his lump, has said he wants other men to get themselves checked.

‘Failure to act’ on suicide website linked to 50 UK deaths /in /by

Families are angry at the lack of action to shut it, despite multiple concerns from police and coroners.

Longer rugby careers linked to higher risk of brain injury – study /in /by

Scientists found signs of degenerative disease in professional as well as club players' brains.

Thousands of men miss out on life-extending prostate cancer drug /in /by

There is a call for more men in England and Northern Ireland to have access to the treatment.

Clock change ‘disorientating’ for people with dementia – charity /in /by

The charity Alzheimer's Society says it is important to keep up routines as daylight hours change.

Biggest cervical cancer drug advance in 20 years hailed /in /by

Using existing drugs differently may be the biggest treatment breakthrough for decades, say scientists.

Welsh Ambulance Service declares extraordinary incident due to delays /in /by

The Welsh Ambulance Service declared an extraordinary incident due to delays handing over patients.

Rebecca Adlington reveals miscarriage heartbreak /in /by

The former double Olympic gold medallist revealed the news on her Instagram account.