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‘We can’t continue like this’: Inquiry demands NHS maternity overhaul

An independent inquiry into England’s maternity services has found “unacceptable racism and discrimination” is affecting patient safety.

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Resident doctors in England accept pay deal and end strikes

Doctors have been locked in a three-year dispute with the government, resulting in several rounds of strikes.

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Fitness brand founder and Olympian Les Mills dies aged 91

The Les Mills International brand is now known globally for choreographed workouts set to music, like Body Pump and Body Combat.

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Why is pregnancy sickness drug not easily accessible to all?

BBC journalist Linzi Kinghorn finds out why a pregnancy sickness drug is not always accessible on the NHS.

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Over one million children referred for mental healthcare – with anxiety the main reason

Demand is soaring beyond capacity, meaning children in England wait years for help with various conditions.

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Loved and loathed: The making of India’s viral liver doctor

Dr Cyriac Abby Philips has built a large online following, but often clashes with India’s traditional medicine specialists.

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Resident doctors take strike action over pay

The BMA said there will “undoubtedly be cancellation of operations, outpatient appointments and elective care” but “patient safety will still be prioritised”.

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Catherine completes Three Peaks Challenge to ‘explore life beyond’ cancer diagnosis

The Princess of Wales did the endurance event to raise awareness about “holistic healthcare” for cancer patients.

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Tributes paid to pioneering gynaecological surgeon

Prof Christopher Balogun-Lynch was “pivotal” in the development of Milton Keynes University Hospital.

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Woman found cancer after requesting mammogram at 79

Carol Turansky says it was only discovered after she contacted the breast cancer screening unit.

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