New NHS-style social care system could take decades, Dilnot says

Sir Andrew Dilnot, who proposed reforms 15 years ago, says the cost of such a scheme would be "very substantial".

Posted on: 28 September 2026 | 7:10 am

How to find your perfect pillow - according to an expert

Dr Chris McCarthy talks through the four considerations you need to make before buying your pillow.

Posted on: 28 September 2026 | 4:45 am

Ten NHS staff removed over Noah Woods data breach

East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust says it has launched an "urgent" investigation.

Posted on: 28 September 2026 | 3:04 am

'Broken social care will in the end break the NHS,' says Burnham

Andy Burnham said the proposed care service would be laid out in detail and put on the ballot at the next general election.

Posted on: 27 September 2026 | 4:52 am

Survey to show 'vital insight' of children's lives

Statistics Jersey says the  2026 Children and Young People’s Survey will open in October.

Posted on: 26 September 2026 | 6:11 am

How the bare nails trend became a class issue

Bare nails - or nails that appear that way - are a growing trend. But is it as innocent as it seems?

Posted on: 25 September 2026 | 6:31 pm

NHS to suspend staff suspected of snooping on patient records

There have been too many cases of staff abusing patient trust, and enough is enough, the head of the NHS in England says.

Posted on: 25 September 2026 | 7:47 am

I want to use my mental health experiences to help others - ex-ref Robathan

Former assistant referee Dan Robathan ran the line at the FA Cup final between Crystal Palace and Manchester City in 2025. Just one year later he talked to BBC Newsbeat about losing his career after doctors found benign tumours in his spine.

Posted on: 25 September 2026 | 2:13 am

'A tumour the size of a football saved my life'

Lisa Carroll, 47, who was diagnosed with rare form of ovarian cancer, urges women to check symptoms.

Posted on: 25 September 2026 | 2:05 am

How a rapid new test is helping brain tumour patients

A rapid new test for brain tumours that the NHS has started using can slash the time it takes for an accurate diagnosis from up to eight weeks to two hours.

Posted on: 25 September 2026 | 1:50 am

FA Cup assistant ref says tumours ended his career

Dan Robathan says he needs time to "grieve" his career.

Posted on: 25 September 2026 | 1:01 am

Treadmills to deadlifts: Why Gen Z are swapping cardio for strength training

Gyms are booming, solitary cardio is out - how workouts are changing.

Posted on: 24 September 2026 | 6:46 pm

From weeks to hours - the rapid new test transforming brain tumour diagnosis

The test means patients can start treatment sooner and are spared weeks of uncertainty.

Posted on: 24 September 2026 | 6:44 pm

Free counselling for blood cancer patients

Linc offers sessions online or in-person at The Forum in Gloucester to patients at any stage in their diagnosis, as well as their loved ones.

Posted on: 24 September 2026 | 11:03 am

The truth about oily fish and your brain

What's the evidence that oily fish is good for your brain health? And what if you don't actually like eating it? Mykyta Osadchyi dives in.

Posted on: 24 September 2026 | 2:23 am

NHS staff investigated over access to dead teenager's medical records

Oliver McGowan, who died in 2016, may have had his medical records accessed inappropriately after his death by NHS staff in Bristol.

Posted on: 24 September 2026 | 12:00 am

'Make women feel seen': Why the Dutch have a new word for labia

Campaigners hope the new words will lead to less body shaming and more sex positivity.

Posted on: 23 September 2026 | 6:42 pm

'Make women feel seen': Why the Dutch have a new word for labia

Campaigners hope the new words will lead to less body shaming and more sex positivity.

Posted on: 23 September 2026 | 6:42 pm

Barrecore and Boom Cycle owner suddenly shuts studios

Common Bond has emailed customers announcing its locations were closed "until further notice".

Posted on: 23 September 2026 | 2:10 pm

Children as young as 13 are getting ketamine bladder damage

Doctors running a dedicated NHS clinic for children with ketamine bladder say they are seeing patients as young as 13.

Posted on: 23 September 2026 | 2:27 am

Open wounds and eyes that can't close - women warn about cheap bleph eyelid surgery

A concerning number of patients are reporting problems from treatment abroad, say doctors.

Posted on: 23 September 2026 | 12:00 am

Open wounds and eyes that can't close - women warn about cheap bleph eyelid surgery

A concerning number of patients are reporting problems from treatment abroad, say doctors.

Posted on: 23 September 2026 | 12:00 am

Fresh bedsheets and dusk walks: Expert tips for sleep-deprived freshers

Why it's a good idea to get out for an evening stroll, and other essential sleep advice for students.

Posted on: 22 September 2026 | 6:20 pm

Fresh bedsheets and dusk walks: Expert tips for sleep-deprived freshers

Why it's a good idea to get out for an evening stroll, and other essential sleep advice for students.

Posted on: 22 September 2026 | 6:20 pm

Martha's Rule rolled out at every A&E department in England

The rule is named after 13-year-old Martha Mills, whose family's concerns about her care were not listened to before her death.

Posted on: 22 September 2026 | 10:49 am