The draft guidance advises against many popular but unproven fertility add-ons offered by clinics. Fertility clinics must stop unproven treatments, watchdog warns
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Children describe positive memories of family time, as well as the darker side of pandemic life online. Children and teenagers share impact of pandemic in new report
Scientists leading the trial at University College London believe the blood test could improve the accuracy of diagnosis of the disease to more than 90%. Alzheimer’s blood test could ‘revolutionise’ diagnosis
Three young men tell the BBC what’s driving them to “cut and bulk” – an intense diet and workout regime. Cut and bulk: Teenagers explain why they want to get ripped
Emma Simmonds says she will never return to the hospital, this week rated England’s worst. Woman loses faith in hospital after miscarriage
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Huge sums spent on children’s residential care in England do not represent value for money, says spending watchdog. Cost of children’s homes doubles but care can be poor, says report
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The waiting list for planned hospital treatment in England rose for the second month in a row in July to its highest level since March. Doctors warn hospitals under pressure as NHS waiting lists rise
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Errors by diabetes analysis machines mean at least 55,000 people in England will need further hospital tests. Error leaves 55,000 diabetes patients needing new tests
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Dr Chi Eziefula, a menstrual health expert, explains which mammals menstruate – and how their cycles differ from other animals. Which mammals have periods like humans?
Dr Chi Eziefula, a menstrual health expert, explains which mammals menstruate – and how their cycles differ from other animals. Which mammals have periods like humans?
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The draft guidance advises against many popular but unproven fertility add-ons offered by clinics. Fertility clinics must stop unproven treatments, watchdog warns
The US health secretary’s plans could have a huge impact on health policy not just in the US, but across the globe. Why the world is watching RFK’s fight with US health agency