Entries by BBC News

Bereaved families call for inquiry into government response to suicide websites

Campaigners say at least 133 people have died in the UK after being exposed to a toxic substance promoted by online forums.

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The Interview

Katty Kay speaks to Dr Vivek Murthy about how to tackle the challenge posed by loneliness

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The Interview

Katty Kay speaks to Dr Vivek Murthy about how to tackle the challenge posed by loneliness

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The Climate Question

Two doctors discuss the challenges for the medical sector from a warming world

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Ex-rugby pro goes from the first XV to making fifteens

Rugby professional Jonny Murphy was forced to retire early on medical grounds at just 30 years old – so he turned to his second love, baking.

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Exciting results from blood test for 50 cancers

The Galleri test looks for fragments of DNA that have broken off a tumour and are circulating in the blood.

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‘An adult weekender at Butlin’s saved my life’

Charlotte Monjaria’s weekend away with friends led to the discovery of a cancerous tumour.

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Exciting results from blood test for 50 cancers

The Galleri test looks for fragments of DNA that have broken off a tumour and are circulating in the blood.

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Woman’s rare cancer found after Butlin’s holiday injury

Charlotte had a “fantastic” weekend at Butlin’s, unaware of the news she was about to receive.

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Alan Partridge is a thoughtful employer

He knows exactly what to do when a member of staff is unwell.

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