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Doctor strike inflicting pain and misery on patients, says health secretary

Health Secretary Wes Streeting says the five-day strike by resident doctors is “completely irresponsible”.

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Resident doctors in Scotland begin ballot for strike action

BMA Scotland says ministers went back on a pay agreement but Health Secretary Neil Gray says it is a “fair, affordable, equitable pay offer”.

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‘I could hardly walk’ – the issue that affects one in five mums

Two mothers who experienced pelvic girdle pain say being aware of the risk will help people seek treatment.

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A simple hack to help you switch off after work

Dr Claire Ashley shares her tip on the Woman’s Hour Guide to Life.

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Why are resident doctors striking and how much are they paid?

Resident doctors in England will strike between 17 and 22 December, in the 14th walkout since 2023.

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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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