Warning tax rises could force care homes to close
Social care providers say the sector is in "unprecedented danger" without more funding.
Health
GPs, care homes and hospices voice concern over Budget tax rises
The NHS is exempt from the rise in employer National Insurance contributions, but private providers are not.
How will the new vaping tax work?
Single-use disposable vapes will be banned, and a new vaping duty will be introduced to protect health.
Emma Barnett: I spent day at abortion clinic ahead of protest ban
As a ban on protesting within 150m of abortion clinics is introduced, the BBC speaks to anti-abortion activists.
Can AI make life easier for people with dementia
AI projects are underway to help ease the challenges of dementia.
Man’s brain tumour shrinks by half in therapy trial
A doctor who designed a new radioactive treatment for glioblastoma says the result is "remarkable".
First case of more spreadable mpox detected in UK
A single case of mpox - formerly known as monkeypox - linked to the outbreak in parts of Africa has been detected in the UK.
Assisted dying could lead to coercion – Streeting
The health secretary says changing the law could lead to ill people being "guilt-tripped" into ending their own lives.
Chancellor sets out new funding for extra NHS appointments
The government says it will invest £1.57bn in new equipment and buildings, in a bid to increase appointments.
