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Obesity cases rising fastest in young adults /in /by

Experts say the cost of living, pandemic and boom in unhealthy food are behind the rise in cases.

Obesity cases rising fastest in young adults /in /by

Experts say the cost of living, pandemic and boom in unhealthy food are behind the rise in cases.

Consultants and specialist doctors begin strike action over pay /in /by

Full emergency cover remains in place and patients have been told to attend all scheduled appointments unless advised otherwise.

Why women are more affected by hot weather than men /in /by

Why are women’s bodies impacted by heat differently to men’s?

Why women are more affected by hot weather than men /in /by

Why are women’s bodies impacted by heat differently to men’s?

How can we keep children safe during the heatwave? /in /by

A doctor from Bristol Royal Hospital for Children gives his tips for keeping children protected.

Many fear the NHS will continue to fail mothers and babies unless there’s a cultural shift /in /by

Families will continue to be failed unless the NHS makes meaningful changes, BBC's Michael Buchanan writes.

Want to feel happier at work? Take a five-minute walk /in /by

Sitting for prolonged periods is associated with health complications – but you can counteract the risks of a sedentary life.

Is vaginal microbiome testing worth it? /in /by

Testing the vagina microbiome is increasing in popularity with companies offering at-home tests

Is vaginal microbiome testing worth it? /in /by

Testing the vagina microbiome is increasing in popularity with companies offering at-home tests