Health News
7/7/2026

If you think you can't focus for long, you're right


Your attention span has shrunk by nearly two minutes in the past 20 years, driven in part by technology's hold over your work and home life, experts say. Here's how to stay focused so you can get things done.

What you should know if there's no sexual attraction for your partner, according to a therapist


Why would a person pick a potential life partner without feeling the spark of sexual attraction? And can these relationships survive and thrive? Can sexual attraction be cultivated later? Therapist Ian Kerner shares what he's learned in his practice.

What a medication abortion is like, according to a doctor


An expert in medication abortion describes how mifepristone and misoprostol work and what to expect after using these medications known as the "abortion pill."

How to cool down without AC


No air conditioning? Here are 14 methods for cooling your body and buffering your house from the outside heat.

The benefits of 'body doubling' when you have ADHD, according to experts


'Body doubling' is a strategy people with ADHD can use to accomplish more than they would alone. Here's how to do it.

8 activewear brands you should add to your workout wardrobe


The increasing popularity of stylish, trendy athletic wear has made über-comfortable clothing something that's not just for the gym. It's infiltrated all corners of culture, from high fashion runways to the offices of Silicon Valley executives — and really, it's appropriate for any occasion when you just want to be comfortable.

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The planet is getting hotter fast. This is what happens to your body in extreme heat


Human-caused climate change has already made heat waves around the world more frequent and intense.

How long you can use vintage Tupperware


Since Tupperware, the iconic kitchen brand that's been a household name for decades, signaled recently that it might be going out of business, you might be wondering how long your stash of its food storage containers is safe to use — especially if it's vintage.

Why we have nightmares and how to stop them


We leave behind our fears of monsters under the bed as we say goodbye to our childhoods, but one can follow us into adulthood and loom over our heads.

Your guide to finding the right Theragun massage gun for you



Fuzzy first photo of a black hole gets a sharp makeover


The first photo ever taken of a black hole looks a little sharper now.

Paper airplane breaks a world distance record


It's a bird... It's a plane... It's a paper airplane!

This bat fossil could fill in a piece of the evolutionary puzzle


Two 52 million-year-old bat skeletons discovered in an ancient lake bed in Wyoming are the oldest bat fossils ever found — and they reveal a new species.

Experimental therapy gantenerumab fails to slow or improve Alzheimer's memory loss in clinical trials


An experimental treatment, gantenerumab, failed to help people at high risk of memory loss from Alzheimer's or those who were in the early phases of the disease, the manufacturer said Monday.

US gets D+ grade for rising preterm birth rates, new report finds


The rate of premature birth in the United States is climbing, according to the infant and maternal health nonprofit March of Dimes.

Desperate for heart surgery for their baby, a family feels the effects of pediatric hospital shortages


Even before their daughter was born in June, Aaron and Helen Chavez knew she would need heart surgery. Doctors expected her to have an operation around 6 months of age.

RSV hospitalization rate for seniors is 10 times higher than usual for this point in the season


The respiratory virus season has started early in kids this year and flooded children's hospitals in many parts of the country -- especially with respiratory syncytial virus, known as RSV.

Covid-19 boosters could keep thousands of kids out of hospitals, but uptake remains low


Higher Covid-19 vaccination rates among US children could prevent thousands of pediatric hospitalizations and millions of missed school days, according to an analysis published Tuesday by the Commonwealth Fund and the Yale School of Public Health.

Do you have heart palpitations?


What are heart palpitations and when should you be concerned?

The weight loss pill that you can now buy in the UK


All the you need to know about the weight loss pill Wegovy being available in the UK.

How often do you get up from your desk?


A study found that even a five-minute walk boosts your mood and lowers fatigue.

'Lung scan in supermarket car park saved my life'


Sandra Champkins was symptom-free but a CT scan at Banbury's Tesco car park detected she had cancer.

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James Gallagher finds out how a hot flush feels - and delves into a new treatment.

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James Gallagher is joined by experts to answer key questions on the meningitis outbreak.

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James Gallagher examines the outbreak of bacterial meningitis in Kent.

A&E to remain open as doctors' strike called off


Resident doctor strikes are now on pause while they consider a new pay offer form the government.

Resident doctors cancel strike after new offer from government


The walkout had been due to start at 07:00 BST on Monday and last until Friday.

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Doctors vote to take strike action in row over pay


The British Medical Association is in dispute with Manx Care over "pay erosion since 2008".

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".

Consultants and specialist doctors take strike action over pay


Full emergency cover remained in place and patients were told to attend all scheduled appointments unless advised otherwise.

Rollout of Covid vaccines extraordinary feat - inquiry report


Covid vaccines saved hundreds of thousands of lives, but a small minority harmed need better support, says report.

Vaccines a huge success, but public trust must be earned - key findings from Covid report


Immunisation saved hundreds of thousands of UK lives, but vaccine hesitancy remains an issue.

What is the UK Covid inquiry and how does it work?


The fourth report from the inquiry into the pandemic said the vaccine roll-out was an "extraordinary feat".

'World-first' vaccine designed by artificial intelligence


Cambridge scientists say they have, for the first time, tested a vaccine designed by AI.

Bird flu vaccine trial against potential pandemic strain begins


The jab targets the H5N1 flu strain which has caused devastating infections in bird populations worldwide, but has yet to spread between humans.

Is laughter really the best medicine?


Researchers launch a "Laughter Lab" to explore how laughing can improve wellbeing and health.

Swim club calls for more school water safety lessons


From the autumn a new Water Safety Forum is being introduced to primary and secondary schools.

Islanders' lifestyle views could help shape future


The results could help the government plan and deliver services in the future, officials say.

'I forgot what it's like to be outside': Intensive care ward opens on rooftop


The outdoor ward, at King's College Hospital in London, will monitor how much it boosts the recovery of seriously ill patients.

Women with PMOS should have yearly NHS checks, says health watchdog


Despite affecting millions of women in the UK, PMOS is still under-diagnosed and inconsistently managed, say experts.

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.

How to get through World Cup-induced sleep deprivation


The euphoria from England's dramatic victory over Mexico might not be enough to get you through Monday.

Endometriosis could be diagnosed by blood test, research suggests


Scientists from the University of Edinburgh say people with the condition have a distinct pattern of hormones.

Unmasked: The autistic women authoring a better future


Late-diagnosed autistic women explain the need to fill knowledge gaps after decades of being hidden.

What are UV levels and how can you protect yourself?


Some UV exposure is essential for our wellbeing, but too much is damaging and can cause skin cancer.

What to do if you think someone has heat exhaustion or heatstroke


Know the signs and what to do if someone is unwell in hot weather.

What is meningitis B and why is a vaccine only being offered to some teenagers?


Only select groups of teenagers and some young people will be eligible for the vaccine. Here's why.

What are the symptoms of meningitis and how is it spread?


Some people can carry bacteria in their nose or throat without getting sick, but can spread it to others.

Is watching England in the World Cup bad for your health?


Watching football is an emotional rollercoaster - but is it good or bad for your health?

What does hot weather do to the body?


Hot weather during the summer can affect anyone, but some people run a greater risk of serious harm.

A mayor in Japan announced her maternity leave - and got the whole country talking


In the face of criticism, Shoko Kawata, 35, says she loves her job and is proud to be taking time off to have a baby.

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.

Many fear the NHS will continue to fail mothers and babies unless there's a cultural shift


Families will continue to be failed unless the NHS makes meaningful changes, BBC's Michael Buchanan writes.

Women with PMOS should have yearly NHS checks, says health watchdog


Despite affecting millions of women in the UK, PMOS is still under-diagnosed and inconsistently managed, say experts.

'Normal birth drive' criticism removed from maternity report, expert claims


Dr Bill Kirkup says he resigned from a government-commissioned review into NHS maternity services over the omission.

Government promises to act on maternity care failings which 'shame our society'


An independent inquiry has found "unacceptable racism and discrimination" is affecting patient safety.

Why some African nations are turning down Trump aid money


The Trump administration sees the aid as more transactional - but some say it is not a fair trade.

German row over plan for workers to need sick note on first day of illness


A doctors' group says it "borders on madness" that patients will have to obtain the note in person.

WHO says Hantavirus outbreak linked to ship is over


The World Health Organization's director general says no further cases have been reported since 25 May.

Wegovy weight loss pill now available in UK - here's what you need to know


The once-a-day pill, from the makers of the Wegovy weight-loss jab, can now be bought privately in UK pharmacies.

NHS app to use AI to determine which service best for patients


The update will be available to all users in England by April 2028, the health service says.

How to walk 30 minutes a day - your tips


From walking the dog before breakfast to getting off the bus a stop early, readers share their tips for building a daily walking habit.

Women hit fertility tipping point at 49 - even with young donor eggs


Age-related changes in the womb lining may be the cause and could be treatable in the future, say experts.

Consultants in England vote in favour of NHS strikes


The senior doctors in England now have a mandate for strike action over the next 12 months.

How often do you get up from your desk?


A study found that even a five-minute walk boosts your mood and lowers fatigue.

Public to be asked who should pay for social care as part of major review


Baroness Louise Casey, who is leading the review, has called the current system "impossible".

Two tests GPs can soon offer to help spot endometriosis


Experts hope they will be a game-changer and cut the nine-year or longer diagnosis waits patients can currently face.

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