BBC Health News

Host of hospital builds delayed by up to 14 years20 Jan 2025 17:52Ministers say previous government promise for 40 new hospitals by 2030 was undeliverable.
US exit from WHO could see fifth of budget disappear21 Jan 2025 12:58Trump has long been critical of how the Geneva-based institution handled the Covid-19 pandemic.
Weight-loss drugs may boost health in many ways20 Jan 2025 16:01New weight-loss drugs have broad health benefits but also come with risks, researchers warn.
Cervical screening knowledge gap 'costing lives'20 Jan 2025 00:27Women can ask for adjustments and this may encourage some people to get tested, the Eve Appeal says.
Keyhole op used to remove head tumour in UK first20 Jan 2025 08:43Experts in Leeds say new technology now allows them to reach previously "inoperable" tumours.
First drug consumption room user figures revealed21 Jan 2025 15:19The Safer Drugs Consumption Facility in Glasgow opened on 13 January, letting people take substances under supervision.

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