A new £2m government scheme will see health visitors vaccinate children at home in England to boost falling immunisation rates. The pilot aims to reach families facing barriers to healthcare access.
Leading doctors call for national screening in schools as teenage hypertension rates double, driven by inactivity and poor diet. Early detection could prevent strokes and heart attacks in adulthood.
High blood pressure, once an adult issue, is now rising sharply in children. Learn the risks, diagnosis, and prevention strategies for this silent killer.
Discover how taking a mental break, from washing up to theatre trips, can unlock creative breakthroughs and solve complex issues. A lesson for work and government.
Struggling with the 3pm crash? Nutritionists and sleep experts reveal why it happens and share science-backed strategies, from smart lunch choices to light exposure, to boost alertness and productivity.
Aisling McCarthy, dubbed her doctor's 'Ozempic poster girl', shares her transformative journey from chronic pain to health, and the crucial step most overlook when stopping the medication.
A West Midlands policewoman was punched in the throat by a man fleeing a crash in a Range Rover. Two suspects were later arrested in South Staffordshire.
A violent New Year's Eve in the Netherlands saw two fatalities from fireworks, a historic church destroyed by fire, and unprecedented attacks on emergency services. Read the full report on the night of chaos.
Mark Brooks, 53, survived necrotising fasciitis after a gruelling medical battle. His story highlights the deadly infection's symptoms and the importance of rapid action.
Former ABC journalist Ben Collins recounts his transformative four-year journey to become a junior doctor at age 51, sharing the challenges and profound moments of medical training. Discover his unique story.
A leading counsellor from the BACP explains the key red flag that a friendship has flatlined and offers advice on how to move on or repair the bond. Discover when to hold on and when to let go.
At 50, a Guardian columnist explores the emotional pivot points of ageing, triggered by her children leaving primary school and new research on 'biomolecular shifts'. Discover why these moments are unavoidable.
PC Tom Shearman speaks of his 'anguish' after his wife and two children died in a Gloucestershire house fire. He thanks the public for over £300,000 in donations and urges everyone to cherish loved ones.
A police officer has spoken of his 'anguish and trauma' after his wife, two young children and dog died in a house fire in Briscombe on Boxing Day 2025. Read his heartbreaking tribute.
A Gloucestershire police officer has paid tribute to his wife and two children, who died in a Boxing Day house fire in Stroud. Tom Shearman described them as 'three of the greatest humans'.
Feeling overwhelmed? Parenting experts reveal strategies for creating a calmer, happier family life while prioritising your own wellbeing. Learn about routines, boundaries and self-kindness.
A decade after 'ghosting' went mainstream, Gen Z has created a vast new lexicon for modern romance. Explore 51 hyperspecific terms defining love, sex, and bad behaviour in today's messy dating landscape.
A multi-agency rescue operation saved four men clinging to a boat on the brink of a 130ft dam in South Africa. Read the full story of the dramatic hours-long mission.
Start your 2026 wellness journey with surprisingly cheap spa treatments. Discover top Wowcher deals, including Bannatyne and Radisson packages, for under £50. Perfect for beating the January blues.
A seasoned social drinker shares his proven strategies for completing Dry January and extending it to three months, detailing the health benefits including significant weight loss and lower blood pressure. Discover how to survive the toughest weeks.
Data from period app Clue shows January 1st sees a global peak in sexual activity, beating Valentine's Day. Experts explain why rest and proximity fuel our libido.
Sam Mitchell finally gets her surgery date and confides in brother Phil. Meanwhile, Julie makes a heartbreaking decision about Nigel's care. All the latest Walford drama.
A psychologist explains the seven key reasons January goals often collapse and provides actionable strategies to make your 2026 resolutions last. Learn how to build lasting change.
Discover how the SmilePro at-home teeth whitening kit is helping Brits build confidence in 2026. Priced from £49, it offers a flexible, gradual approach to a brighter smile. Read more.
Audrey and Noah's relationship is tested by a cultural clash over showering techniques. She champions thorough exfoliation; he's a 'quick-shower guy'. You decide whose argument washes best.
New research exposes 'concerning' inequalities in access to continuous glucose monitors for black and south Asian people in England, despite higher diabetes risk. Urgent action is needed.
A psychology expert reveals why 80% of resolutions fail by February and why waiting for spring boosts your chances. Learn how your body's winter slowdown affects goals.
Leading scientist Kevin Hall, after 21 years at the NIH, exposes diet and exercise myths in a new book. Discover the real science of weight loss and metabolism. Read the full interview.
An investigation into the unregulated world of UK doulas, known as 'The Birth Keepers', and their growing influence on maternity care. Discover the promises, risks, and the women at the centre of this movement.
A London father needed six surgeries after a cat bite led to a severe Pasteurella infection. Experts warn of the dangers and urge immediate medical attention for all animal bites.