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Men on sodium valproate told to use contraception

There is a potential, small increased risk of autism and other neurodevelopmental problems, experts say

Pledge to make cervical screening more accessible

A wellbeing board says not enough women in Herts are taking up free NHS cervical screening tests.

Hospice to cut jobs and services over funding shortfall

St Catherine’s Hospice's chief executive says the decision to cut jobs has been "heartbreaking".

Nurse cleared of baby kidnap plot says life ruined

Safia Ahmadie was cleared by a jury after 48 minutes, but says the experience left her "smashed".

How does the Covid inquiry work?

The inquiry has heard from politicians, civil servants, public health experts and bereaved families.

‘What does our modern society perceive as normal?’

The Mad Hatter's Tea Party: Opening the conversation about mental health issues

Woman with cancer warns of rare breast implant risk

Susan Axelby has received £57,000 after developing a cancer linked to a type of breast implant.

Teen told she had ‘good cancer’ died from treatment

The mother of a girl who died after being diagnosed with blood cancer says there is a lack of support in Wales.

NHS trust apology after baby given wrong breast milk

The parents of baby Milo say he was given stored breast milk from another mother on three occasions.

Winter virus jab rolled out for pregnant women and elderly

For the first time women who are at least 28 weeks' pregnant will be offered the vaccine, which can protect newborns.