Saturday, May 16, 2026

'New cancer test makes me feel women's health matters'

A patient praises a new test for womb cancer being trialled at hospitals in Suffolk and Norfolk.

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Living with PMDD is like having the Grim Reaper visit every month

Women diagnosed with premenstrual dysphoric disorder discuss how it impacts their lives.

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Canadian from hantavirus-hit cruise ship tests positive

The individual is one of four former passengers on the MV Hondius isolating on Vancouver Island, British Columbia.

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Friday, May 15, 2026

I tried the UK's 'saltiest' sandwich - here's what I learned

Health correspondent James Gallagher absorbs more than the recommended daily limit in just one meal to find out how salt affects our bodies.

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What we know about the Reading Meningitis B cases

Two people ill with meningitis in Reading have been confirmed as pupils at two schools

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Who is James Murray, the new health secretary replacing Wes Streeting?

What are the most pressing priorities for the new minister in charge of health?

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Thursday, May 14, 2026

What sugar does to your body

Just how bad for you is eating sugar? And why is fruit still a good option - even though it has lots of sugar?

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