BBC Health

Experts highlight that heatwaves disproportionately affect women and urge increased awareness and targeted protective measures to address heat-related risks.

Sally Sarl emphasizes the importance of discussing end-of-life wishes. The article highlights the need for conversations about personal preferences during end-of-life care.

More than 120,000 suspected and confirmed measles cases have been reported in Bangladesh, where hospitals are overwhelmed. The country had previously made significant progress on measles, but children continue to die from the disease.

The article discusses the effects of extreme heat on the human body, as explained by Dr. Oscar. It focuses on how high temperatures impact physiological functions and potential health risks.

A German palliative care doctor was found guilty of murdering 12 women and three men between September 2021 and July 2024. He was jailed for killing 15 of his patients.

The article discusses foods and drinks that can help beat the heat during a heatwave, particularly when avoiding oven use and salad fatigue. It highlights the importance of protein-rich options as part of a heatwave diet.

The article suggests alternative foods and drinks to help manage heatwave conditions when avoiding oven use and salad monotony. It focuses on protein-rich options to stay energized during high temperatures.

The article discusses the dangers of heatwaves, noting that they can lead to heatstroke and dehydration.

The public will be asked who should pay for social care as part of a major review. Baroness Louise Casey, leading the review, described the current system as 'impossible'.

Experts hope two new tests that GPs can offer will help diagnose endometriosis faster, potentially reducing the current nine-year or longer wait for diagnosis.

The article discusses whether mosquitos are biting earlier and explores methods to optimize sperm. It focuses on health-related topics without providing specific data or conclusions.

Scientists from the University of Edinburgh suggest that endometriosis could be diagnosed using a blood test, as people with the condition exhibit a distinct pattern of hormones.

Late-diagnosed autistic women emphasize the need to address knowledge gaps and highlight their historical underrepresentation and invisibility. They advocate for greater awareness and understanding of their experiences.

Some African nations are rejecting aid from the Trump administration, which views the aid as transactional. Critics argue the aid arrangement is not a fair trade.

Women face a hidden fertility ceiling despite using donor eggs, with age-related changes in the womb lining potentially being the cause. Experts suggest these changes could be treatable in the future.

The weight loss pill Wegovy is now available in the UK. The article provides key information about its availability.

Senior doctors in England's NHS have voted to strike, granting them a mandate for strike action over the next 12 months.

The Wegovy weight loss pill, developed by the makers of the Wegovy weight-loss jab, is now available for private purchase in UK pharmacies. It is a once-a-day pill option for weight management.

Sandra Champkins, who was symptom-free, had a CT scan at Banbury's Tesco car park that detected cancer, which saved her life.

The NHS app in England will use AI to help patients determine the best service for their needs. The update is set to be available to all users in England by April 2028.