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Why can’t newly qualified midwives get jobs?

Some midwives are working as receptionists but the government says it has invested in maternity jobs.

‘My baby scratches and scratches’: Families say their homes are making their children sick

A cross-party report has called for safer conditions for the record number of families living in temporary accommodation.

I’m on six different NHS waiting lists – it’s taking over my life

Amy-Jane Davies is one of 687,958 waiting for any type of NHS treatment in Wales.

Your pint could come with a surprising health benefit

Beer provides "substantial levels" of vitamin B6 into your diet, according to new research.

Your pint could come with a surprising health benefit

Beer provides "substantial levels" of vitamin B6 into your diet, according to new research.

Breast cancer type study ‘critically under-funded’

Two women from Barnard Castle and Guisborough say lobular breast cancer needs further research.

Breast cancer type study ‘critically under-funded’

Two women from Barnard Castle and Guisborough say lobular breast cancer needs further research.

Hay fever misery does last longer – here is how to cope

Symptoms are lasting for up to two weeks longer than in the 1990s, according to a major report - so what can you do about the pollen bomb?

Hay fever misery does last longer – here is how to cope

Symptoms are lasting for up to two weeks longer than in the 1990s, according to a major report - so what can you do about the pollen bomb?

Is the calisthenics trend inclusive enough for women?

Sport England have recorded a 12% increase in women taking part in gym-based fitness