Tees mental health trust families and patients to meet

Families and former patients who feel "failed" by a health trust are convening to articulate their expectations for a forthcoming public inquiry. This crucial meeting comes in the wake of…

Hyperemesis gravidarum pregnancy sickness made me seek sterilisation

Chloe’s ordeal began when she was first diagnosed with HG during her initial pregnancy. Unaware of the condition’s severity, she found herself confined to bed for her entire first trimester,…

How the NHS became the battleground in the trans debate at work

"A moment of truth." That was the verdict of a group of nurses in Darlington after a legal judgment that said NHS bosses had violated their dignity by allowing a…

Telford botched "Turkey teeth" op victim keeps going advising of dangers

Leanne Abeyance, a 41-year-old from Telford, is a woman living with the devastating consequences of a "Turkey teeth" dental operation, a procedure increasingly sought by those looking for more affordable…

Screening all UK children for type 1 diabetes would be effective, study says

Currently, a significant number of children are diagnosed with type 1 diabetes only after they have developed diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA), a severe and potentially fatal complication that necessitates urgent hospitalisation.…

Birmingham doctor in court accused of sex assaults on patients.

A Birmingham-based doctor, Nathaniel Spencer, has appeared in court facing a grave litany of charges, accused of over 40 counts of sexual assault against hospital patients, including several children. The…

Gastric sleeve surgery was ‘life-changing’.

Steph Hoy, a resident of Coventry, found herself at a critical juncture in her life when her weight reached 25 stone. The increasing health concerns and a significant decline in…

Why women are taking their anger out in rage rooms

"There was definitely a moment of discomfort at the start," says Deena, but she says her visit to a so-called rage room felt very different to what she’d expected. She…

Inside Health – 20/01/2026 – BBC Sounds

The latest installment of BBC Radio 4’s "Inside Health," broadcast on January 20th, 2026, offers a vital 28-minute deep dive into the ever-evolving landscape of health, aiming to demystify complex…

‘A never-ending queue’ – hospitals where waits are getting worse

The government’s commitment to reducing waiting times, particularly for procedures like knee and hip replacements, has been a central pledge. However, the reality on the ground suggests that the ambitious…