Entries by BBC News

What is pregabalin and why can it be dangerous?

The prescription drug has been linked to a number of deaths in the UK and around the world.

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What is pregabalin and why can it be dangerous?

The prescription drug has been linked to a number of deaths in the UK and around the world.

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Doctors question science behind blood sugar diet trend

Experts say there is “no strong evidence” the monitors, proven to be effective in managing diabetes, can also help people without the condition.

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What is the infected blood scandal and will there be compensation?

Thousands were infected with HIV and hepatitis C, in the worst treatment disaster in NHS history.

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Need an op? The hospitals with the worst waits

BBC News analysis reveals wide variation across England in waits for planned hospital treatment.

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Health staff start court fight over long Covid

They say they are disabled after catching Covid at work, with no protection from employers.

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Will the new Parliament pass the smoking bill?

The smoking bill was not passed before Parliament was dissolved ahead of the general election.

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Will the new Parliament pass the smoking bill?

The smoking bill was not passed before Parliament was dissolved ahead of the general election.

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‘I embrace my alopecia, but I’d love my old hair back’

People living with alopecia could have access to treatment on the NHS in Scotland for the first time.

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Why are measles cases rising and what is the MMR vaccine?

Young people are being encouraged to have the MMR jab, as cases of measles rise across England.

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