Entries by BBC News

How do weight loss drugs like Mounjaro and Wegovy work?

NHS experts report unprecedented demand for the new generation of obesity treatments.

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I was told I couldn’t have an Afro wig after chemo

Anastasia Cameron makes wigs for cancer patients after her own poor experiences.

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Only adverts showing junk food covered by TV ban

Adverts that do not show viewers unhealthy food will not be restricted by a new 9pm watershed.

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NHS gets 12 years to roll out new weight-loss drug Mounjaro

Fears that giving 3.4 million people immediate access to new weight-loss drug could overwhelm NHS.

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‘A hospital worker WhatsApped my mental breakdown’

Julie Trafford says she feels “dirty and angry” after the video was shared in an online group.

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Porridge and crumpets included in new junk food ad ban

Some foods typically considered healthy are classed as ‘junk food’ under new legislation.

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Letby interviewed in prison over more baby deaths

The serial killer nurse has been interviewed over more deaths and collapses at two hospitals.

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Letby interviewed in prison over more baby deaths

The serial killer nurse has been interviewed over more deaths and collapses at two hospitals.

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Hospice leaders warn hundreds of beds out of use

A lack of funding and staff are blamed as hospices close beds permanently or take them out of use.

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‘Controversial brain surgery stopped my migraines’

A woman who defied mainstream advice to have risky brain surgery says her symptoms have gone.

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