Boy, 9, in UK-first surgery to make him taller

A nine-year-old boy has become a trailblazer in the UK, undergoing a pioneering surgical procedure designed to increase his height. Alfie Phillips, from Northampton, received this groundbreaking treatment at Alder…

Bailiffs used to pursue NHS staff over pay errors

An alarming trend has emerged within the National Health Service, where payroll errors are leading to thousands of dedicated healthcare professionals being pursued by bailiffs for overpaid wages. A BBC…

Intermittent fasting may make little difference to weight loss, review finds.

A comprehensive review of existing research suggests that intermittent fasting, a popular dietary approach, may offer little to no significant advantage for individuals seeking to lose weight, particularly those who…

I inhaled traffic fumes to find out where air pollution goes in my body

I’m in a laboratory staring at my blood under a microscope. Rather than pristine red blood cells, some of them have been tainted with black markings. I’m now one of…

Why are fewer people donating their organs?

For Matthew Smith, each morning began with a quiet hope, a fervent wish for the phone call that would signify a second chance at life. Diagnosed with a terminal lung…

Sex drive and the great debate over whether testosterone can help.

Back in the 1990s, Alan Reeves was a household name, a star of The Dreamboys, gracing stages and even appearing in the iconic Spice Girls film, Spice World. At 24,…

North London measles outbreak hits several schools with at least 34 children infected

A concerning and "fast-spreading" measles outbreak has gripped several schools in North London, infecting at least 34 children and prompting urgent calls for increased vaccination rates. The alarming surge in…

Channel Island women call for greater menopause support

Women across the Channel Islands are voicing urgent calls for enhanced support and understanding surrounding menopause, with many experiencing debilitating symptoms and feeling a significant lack of accessible resources. From…

New ‘at home’ tech trialled to help stroke survivors regain movement.

Amanda James-Hammett was a vibrant 37-year-old when a sudden, catastrophic event struck while she was engaged in the mundane task of doing the dishes at home. The sensation was jarring,…

Endometriosis: London woman wins tribunal after she was sacked

Sanju Pal, a former management consultant and award-winning achiever, was once at the pinnacle of her career, recognised for her ambition and success. Her accolades included the Asian Woman of…