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Problems at health trust buildings could cost additional £20m

The maternity building on the Royal Victoria Hospital site is already tens of millions of pounds over budget.

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'Multi-cancer' blood tests coming to some GP surgeries soon

The aim is to detect hard-to-diagnose abdominal cancers, including liver, ovarian and pancreatic cancer, much sooner.

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Rural health board shake-up opposed as locals fight cuts to hospital beds

The plans would see inpatient beds reduced from 146 to either 90 or 60 in the county.

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No babies to be born at hospital from end of November

A pregnant woman is to lodge Judicial Review papers to attempt to delay the implementation of the plan.

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I was told I was too young to have cancer

Beth Jenkins' cancer was initially missed after told she was "too young" to have the disease.

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Binet 'embarrassed' by cancelled appointments

Drone disruption, cancelled appointments and the new hospital. Jersey's health minister, Senator Tom Binet, was in the Hot Seat with Alison…

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Plus, a new study measuring levels of forever chemicals in our blood launches in the UK.

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This woman defied lethal cancer. Can mRNA vaccines make that possible for others?

Researchers have been chasing the dream of a cancer vaccine for decades. Some recent successes with mRNA technology are garnering…

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Woman saved by CPR has 'another chance at life'

South West Ambulance Service says immediate action is vital for better patient outcomes.

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Parents' concerns to trigger urgent checks in A&E

Concerns from staff, parents, carers or the child themselves will trigger an immediate escalation of care.

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'It took years to get pain-relieving surgery - I hope a robot means others won't have to wait'

A woman who waited in pain for years for endometriosis surgery praises high-tech bid to end delays.

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How does this fluoride-free toothpaste compare when it comes to oral health?

Many people are swapping out their fluoride dental products for ones made with a mineral called hydroxyapatite. What do dentists say about…

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'I could barely stand up straight with menopause after cancer'

Complex menopause has severe, sudden symptoms and happens due to medical interventions.

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Do you know signs of a stroke? BE FAST are the words to remember

Sen. Chris Murphy is expected to fully recover from his stroke. The acronym BE FAST can help you remember the symptoms of stroke and what…

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'I felt ostracised due to cleft lip'

Emily Evans says her cleft lip made her feel "ostracised" growing up,

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At risk in-person postpartum mums' groups saved

The Happy Mums Foundation supports women experiencing postpartum mental health challenges.

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Has Trump kept his promises to the MAHA movement?

It's been just over two years since the rise of Make America Healthy Again, or MAHA. How well is the Trump administration meeting its…

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Problems at health trust buildings could cost additional £20m

'Multi-cancer' blood tests coming to some GP surgeries soon

Rural health board shake-up opposed as locals fight cuts to hospital beds

No babies to be born at hospital from end of November

More Health

I was told I was too young to have cancer

Binet 'embarrassed' by cancelled appointments

Inside Health

This woman defied lethal cancer. Can mRNA vaccines make that possible for others?

Woman saved by CPR has 'another chance at life'

Parents' concerns to trigger urgent checks in A&E

'It took years to get pain-relieving surgery - I hope a robot means others won't have to wait'

How does this fluoride-free toothpaste compare when it comes to oral health?

'I could barely stand up straight with menopause after cancer'

Do you know signs of a stroke? BE FAST are the words to remember

'I felt ostracised due to cleft lip'

At risk in-person postpartum mums' groups saved

Has Trump kept his promises to the MAHA movement?