Parents of teen who died in 2025 call for more government support

Helen and Lee Draper lost their daughter Megan to meningitis in October 2025.

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Why is MenB vaccine not given to teenagers in UK and should they be offered it?

Students and older teens have not been vaccinated against the strain that has caused the outbreak of cases in Kent.

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AI toys for children misread emotions and respond inappropriately, researchers warn

In first study of its kind, Cambridge researchers found AI toys could misread some children's emotions.

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Inside Health

James Gallagher examines the outbreak of bacterial meningitis in Kent.

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Woman with rare blood feels 'honoured' to donate

A woman whose blood is so rare that it is frozen for up to three decades feels "very special".

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Women with endometriosis face 'systemic misogyny'

Women share their experiences of living with endometriosis so the condition can be better understood.

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Police probe breast cancer treatment allegations

The inquiry is being held over concerns of poor care at the County Durham and Darlington trust.

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