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Heartbroken mum’s vaccine plea after flu death

Meg Hughes is calling for flu jabs to be made mandatory as she raises awareness in her son's memory.

Streeting defends timescale for social care reform

The first steps to creating a National Care Service are announced - but critics say the pace of the plan "feels far too long".

Temperatures drop across UK as arctic blast brings more snow

The weekend is set to be bitterly cold, bringing "significant snow" and blizzard-like conditions, forecasters say.

Hospital visits severely restricted amid flu spike

It comes as hospitals across the region urge people to wear face masks as cases of seasonal viruses increase.

Early cancer diagnosis in England at record level, NHS figures show

Awareness campaigns and new screening approaches are having an impact, says NHS England.

Ambulance chief says ‘drink sensibly’ at new year after critical incident

The message comes after the Welsh Ambulance Service declared a critical incident on Monday evening.

Ambulance chief says ‘drink sensibly’ over New Year after critical incident

The message comes after the Welsh Ambulance Service declared a critical incident on Monday evening.

Laura Kenny: Can elite sport damage women’s fertility?

The Olympic medallist had a miscarriage and an ectopic pregnancy. Did sport affect her ability to conceive?

Teenager honoured for cancer fundraising

Mikayla Beames was diagnosed with brain cancer aged four and has since raised thousands for charity.

‘Miscarriage not dark secret to hide’ says Klass as she becomes MBE

Klass, who has suffered four miscarriages, has spoken about the psychological effects of baby loss.