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Staff seen dragging children in hospital – report

CCTV footage revealed the abuse of patients at the Coventry hospital, a watchdog says.

‘Life-changing’ tablet for dust mite allergies

The National Institute for Healthcare and Care Excellence backs a tablet for dust mite allergies.

‘Life-changing’ tablet for dust mite allergies

The National Institute for Healthcare and Care Excellence backs a tablet for dust mite allergies.

Algorithm study 90% accurate predicting bowel cancer

The method could be used to develop a blood test to identify inflammatory-bowel-disease patients most at risk.

Scientists trial patch to mend failing hearts

The technology could give patients with advanced heart failure new hope, based on early trial results.

Cardiff uni job cuts ‘threaten supply of nurses’

Some lecturers at Cardiff University have begun getting letters advising them their post is at risk.

‘I was diagnosed with dementia in my 40s’

A group of people with dementia have made a film called Hear Our Voice to tackle common stereotypes.

Keep assisted dying laws simple, says Whitty

England’s chief medical officer warns of “bureaucratic thicket” if safeguards made too complicated.

Parkinson’s patient ‘feels cured’ with new device

Kevin Hill, who has a computer in his chest linked to a brain implant, says he has his life back.

GPs asked to identify potential gambling addicts

The health watchdog says gambling should be given the same weight as alcohol and nicotine addiction.