NHS needs £3bn to cover strikes, redundancies and drug costs, say health leaders
Health leaders say progress on reducing waiting lists will be affected if there is no help in making up the financial shortfall.
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Mpox cases in Europe prompt vaccine reminder
UK health officials are encouraging gay, bisexual and other men who have sex with men to be vaccinated.
Uruguay legalises assisted dying after 10-hour debate
The Dignified Death bill was passed in the senate, with 20 out of 31 legislators voting in favour.
Why medical students are choosing Bulgaria over UK
The BBC has spoken to students choosing Bulgaria due to UK's strict cap on medical school places.
Children paid ‘huge price’ in Covid pandemic, Johnson tells inquiry
The former PM says lockdown rules "probably did go too far" and says children could have been exempted.
Midwife open to leading other maternity inquiries
However, Donna Ockenden's offer to get involved in other inquiries is rejected by the health secretary.
Home fined after two disabled residents drowned
A boat designed for wheelchair users took on water and flipped, trapping the victims.
Parents urged to vaccinate children over half-term as flu cases rise
Flu season has come early and cases are rising among children, NHS England says.
Local health hubs at risk as community services under strain
Care Quality Commission warns GP, mental health and social care services lacking staff and capacity.
