For the first time, children will be offered vaccination on the NHS against the common infection which, in rare cases, can be very serious.
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For the first time, children will be offered vaccination on the NHS against the common infection which, in rare cases, can be very serious.
The standard NHS childhood vaccination programme will include chickenpox from 2 January 2026.
Many clinical trials to test the use of psychedelic medicines for conditions such as depression have been underway since 2022 – with surprising results
Emma Giannuzzi used sunbeds throughout her late teens and was twice diagnosed with melanoma.
Five-year-old Edward can walk independently, his mum says, and she hopes he will lead a happy life.
Emma Giannuzzi used sunbeds throughout her late teens and was twice diagnosed with melanoma.
The Food Chain’s Ruth Alexander on what helps – and what doesn’t – if you’ve overindulged.
The Food Chain’s Ruth Alexander on what helps – and what doesn’t – if you’ve overindulged.
A rising number of patients in hospitals could affect the level of treatment carried out this winter, a group of regional NHS leaders have been told.