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Cross-sex hormones for under 18s could be restricted or banned

The government is “actively reviewing” private prescriptions of cross-sex hormones for under-18s, the High Court hears.

‘This group will really benefit a lot of men’

Jake Devline-Reed says it will provide a “safe space” for those that need it.

West Nile virus detected in UK mosquitoes for first time

A UK Health Security Agency spokesperson said the risk to the general public is “very low”.

West Nile virus detected in UK mosquitoes for first time

A UK Health Security Agency spokesperson said the risk to the general public is “very low”.

World-first gonorrhoea vaccine launched by NHS England as infections soar

The treatment will be offered to those most at risk from August after a record number of cases.

Attacked paramedics hope for swifter court justice

Jacob Hoy, who was attacked while on duty, says ambulance staff need faster prosecutions.

New brain tumour test a ‘game changer’, say experts

Scientists say the new method can diagnose the exact type of tumour within hours, rather than weeks.

Student suicide review says unis must act to stop more deaths

The government wants universities to check the safety of halls and reach out to families after a death.

World-first gonorrhoea vaccine launched by NHS England as infections soar

The treatment will be offered to those most at risk from August after a record number of cases.

Nicotine pouches helped me quit vaping – but now I’m addicted

Teenagers say it is easy to get hold of the products, which experts warn can be highly addictive.