The power of neuroplasticity – when the brain heals itself
A terrible accident left construction worker Phineas Gage with serious brain damage. Amazingly, he recovered - forever changing our understanding of the human brain.
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Flagship NHS pledge hanging in the balance – experts
A think tank warns the 18-week waiting time target will not be hit by 2029, on current rate of progress.
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‘She doesn’t get another childhood’: The lives on hold waiting for wheelchairs
More than a thousand disabled children are waiting for wheelchairs and equipment that could transform their lives, Whizz Kidz say
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UK drug price rises necessary, says Patrick Vallance
His comments come after pharmaceutical giants either paused or scrapped projects in the UK.
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Head nurse describes ‘chaotic’ night baby died
Head nurse Ronald Carrido tells the inquest into a baby's death about the moment he called for help.
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Are chia seeds and other fibre ‘hacks’ good for you?
Obesity and nutritional epidemiologist Dr Deirdre Tobias explains how chia seeds can help you add more fibre to your diet - but only if you're still eating a balanced diet.
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Huntington’s disease successfully treated for first time
One of the most devastating diseases finally has a treatment that can slow its progression and transform lives, tearful doctors tell BBC.
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Huntington’s disease successfully treated for first time
One of the most devastating diseases finally has a treatment that can slow its progression and transform lives, tearful doctors tell BBC.
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Pharmacies to offer toddler flu spray vaccination
Children aged two and three-years-old can received the flu nasal spray in pharmacies for the first time from October 1.
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Pharmacies to offer toddler flu spray vaccination
Children aged two and three-years-old can received the flu nasal spray in pharmacies for the first time from October 1.
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