Jessica Glasser’s parents say families should be told if their child is struggling with their mental health. ‘Parents should be told about their child’s mental health’
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The doctors’ union says it will seek fresh talks with ministers before setting strike days. Resident doctors vote to strike in England
The PM says it’s ‘reform or die’ for the NHS, we discuss ambitious plans to restructure it Inside Health
A campaigner says a report made recommendations to support victims, but most of them have been ignored. Government ignoring pelvic mesh reforms – advocate
Until now, there had only been a vaccine for older children which carried an overdose risk for the young. First malaria treatment for babies approved for use
Dr Baksheiev, a gynaecologist, travels to Russian-occupied areas in his kitted out mobile clinic The doctor fighting for women’s health on Ukraine’s front line
Singer says tests following surgery to remove her breast show no spread of the disease Jessie J reveals cancer operation success
Kirsty Dixon from York runs support groups for women going through the menopause. ‘Menopause made me forget my name’
Two young women speak to the BBC about why ketamine has become such a popular drug. Ketamine helped me escape my negative thoughts – then it nearly killed me
Catherine says “you put on a sort of brave face” during treatment but afterwards it can also feel “really difficult”. Catherine talks candidly of ‘life-changing’ cancer treatment
A maternity suite at the University Hospital of Hartlepool is suffering staff shortages. No date for restarting baby deliveries at hospital
It will be illegal to sell or supply disposable vapes from 1 June 2025. Why are disposable vapes being banned and how harmful is vaping?
The RSPB, which helped draw up the scheme, says it has been a success in other parts of the UK. New nature health scheme aims to boost well-being
Some black market cigarettes have been found to contain dead flies and asbestos. But the trade nods to a wider issue, a BBC investigation has found The sale of illegal cigarettes signals a deeper problem with UK high streets
Official figures show that the birth rate in England and Wales went up for the first time since 2021. ‘Notable’ rise in dads over 60 in England and Wales
Former health secretary Matt Hancock denied claims the government’s attempt to throw a protective ring around care homes in early 2020 was empty rhetoric. Covid care home policy was ‘least worst decision’ – Hancock
Relatives of care home residents tell the Covid inquiry they will never get over how their loved ones died. Covid inquiry hears of ‘generational slaughter’
The Covid inquiry will examine the impact of the pandemic on care services, starting on Monday. Covid inquiry to look at impact on care services
A digital imaging service has reduced waiting times for patients with suspected skin cancers. Digital imaging cuts waiting times for skin cancer
The most powerful public health official in the US is reviled by some medics – but even some of his critics accept that he is bringing drive to healthcare areas that have long been neglected Is RFK Jr’s divisive plan to Make America Healthy Again fearmongering – or revolutionary?