Tag Archive for: BBC News – Health

Stolen test data and NHS numbers published by hospital hackers
Experts say the hack is one of the most "significant and harmful" cyber attacks ever in the UK.
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Top sunscreens fail protection tests, Which? says
Some cheaper lotions from supermarkets Aldi and Lidl outperformed more expensive brands, Which? said.
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Global alert issued over fake-Ozempic drugs – WHO
The World Health Organization says fake drugs, used for type-2 diabetes and weight loss, are a danger to health.
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E. coli outbreak put at least 86 people in hospital
Cases have been linked to pre-packed sandwiches containing lettuce - but investigations continue.
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Access to cystic fibrosis drugs approved in England
A deal has been reached to give NHS patients Kaftrio, Symkevi and Orkambi.
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‘Space hairdryer’ regenerates heart tissue in study
Gentle shockwaves could regenerate the heart tissue of patients after bypass surgery, research suggests.
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NHS election plans unconvincing – health experts
The health budget faces a £38bn shortfall by 2030, putting plans to tackle the backlog and improve the NHS at risk.
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Secret files reveal fears over future of NHS IT giant
Talks have been held over the potential collapse of tech firm Atos, which runs vital UK public services.
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Don’t blame us for people suffering – London hospital hackers
They claim the cyber attack - which has disrupted more than 1,000 procedures - was politically motivated.
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Parkinson’s blood test gives early-diagnosis hope
A simple blood test that can predict Parkinson's years before symptoms begin has been developed.
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