Entries by BBC News

‘Hoarding was a way to protect myself from the world’

Hoarding is often misunderstood – and it can be a symptom of deep trauma. One woman shares how hoarding impacted her life – and her road to recovery.

I have complex PTSD but waiting list means I’ve only seen psychiatrist once in 10 years

Twelve times more mental health patients are waiting more than 18 months for treatment than those with physical health conditions in England, data analysis shows.

Licences needed for Botox clinics in cosmetics crackdown

The government plans to crack down on dodgy cosmetic practitioners in England who exploit people and cause harm.

Extra-strong nicotine pouches packaged like children’s sweets

Nicotine products designed to appeal to children are being openly sold in shops in Scotland.

Is RFK Jr right to pull mRNA vaccine research funding?

The US is withdrawing $500m for vaccines for diseases like flu and Covid. Health correspondent James Gallagher asks if it’s the right call.

Is RFK Jr right to pull mRNA vaccine research funding?

The US is withdrawing $500m for vaccines for diseases like flu and Covid. Health correspondent James Gallagher asks if it’s the right call.

A mental wellbeing support group for men gave Tom his life back

A mental wellbeing and suicide prevention support group for men, gave Tom his life back

Union and government to restart talks on ending doctor dispute

BMA says there is window of opportunity in coming weeks to reach a settlement after 12 strikes.

Union and government to restart talks on ending doctor dispute

BMA says there is window of opportunity in coming weeks to reach a settlement after 12 strikes.

Union and government to restart talks on ending doctor dispute

BMA says there is window of opportunity in coming weeks to reach a settlement after 12 strikes.