Entries by BBC News

NHS waiting list down after three months of rises

At the end of September, the backlog stood at 7.39 million in England.

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NHS waiting list down – how is your hospital doing?

At the end of September, the backlog stood at 7.39 million in England.

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Type 1 diabetes is worse in young children – now scientists know why

They show cells that control blood sugar are more vulnerable in early childhood.

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Hospitals knew a heart device led to more patients’ deaths – but they kept using it

Almost half of patients given a heart pump, after the NHS had raised concerns about it, died soon after.

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Hospitals knew a heart device led to more patients’ deaths – but they kept using it

Almost half of patients given a heart pump, after the NHS had raised concerns about it, died soon after.

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Streeting accuses doctors’ union of acting ‘like cartel’

The health secretary launches strongest criticism yet of the union ahead of Friday’s strike by resident doctors.

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The benefits of giving someone the benefit of the doubt

Psychologist Kimberley Wilson explains why it can be a more peaceful way to live.

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Thousands of NHS staff in England to lose jobs after deal approved

The compromise deal would allow the NHS to overspend this year.

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Thousands of NHS staff in England to lose jobs after deal approved

The compromise deal would allow the NHS to overspend this year.

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‘My son, 4, has childhood dementia – I’m heartbroken’

Tammy McDaid is raising funds to help her make memories with her son Tate.

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