health
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. Source link
Over one million children referred for mental healthcare – with anxiety the main reason
Demand is soaring beyond capacity, meaning children in England wait years for help with various conditions. Source link
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. Source link
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”. Source link
Catherine completes Three Peaks Challenge to 'explore life beyond' cancer diagnosis
The Princess of Wales did the endurance event to raise awareness about “holistic healthcare” for cancer patients. Source link
Tributes paid to pioneering gynaecological surgeon
Prof Christopher Balogun-Lynch was “pivotal” in the development of Milton Keynes University Hospital. Source link
Woman found cancer after requesting mammogram at 79
Carol Turansky says it was only discovered after she contacted the breast cancer screening unit. Source link
Even young and fit urged to skip runs and too many beers in heatwave
Cardiac arrests have gone up during very hot weather, and it’s not just among the elderly and frail, experts are warning. Source link
Is laughter really the best medicine?
Researchers launch a “Laughter Lab” to explore how laughing can improve wellbeing and health. Source link
How to treat heat exhaustion
BBC Medical Editor Fergus Walsh speaks to St John’s ambulance service about treating heat exhaustion. Source link