ADHD services shutting door to new NHS patients as demand soars, BBC finds
A BBC investigation finds that a host of areas in England are closing waiting lists and others are rationing care.
Health
UK facing long, tough flu season, NHS chiefs warn
Vulnerable urged to come forward for flu jab quickly as virus has come early this year.
Dr Xand: Five easy food swaps to improve your gut health
Instead of reaching for pricey probiotic shots or snacks, here are five easy food swaps to boost your gut health.
LED mask ads banned over acne and rosacea claims
Adverts for cosmetic devices not registered with the medicines regulator must not make medical claims.
Council to vaccinate child in care after court win
The mother refused vaccinations out of her belief there is a link between the jabs and autism.
Councils should not cut ‘vital’ physical activity – former Olympian
The Accounts Commission says the amount councils are spending on culture and leisure services is not keeping up with rising costs.
Calls for legal right to paid leave for IVF treatment
Campaigners say IVF treatment should be less stigmatised in the workplace and come with legal entitlements to time off
Vapers overtake smokers for first time in Britain
Some 5.4 million adults use vapes daily or occasionally compared with 4.9 million using cigarettes, figures show.
Dictionary.com risks Gen Z mockery by crowning ‘6-7’ as word of the year
“Don’t worry, because we’re all still trying to figure out exactly what it means," the site said in its unusual announcement that lacked a definition.
