Health news in English

Sport can be good for mental health. It may help people feel calmer, more confident, and less stressed. BBC Sport’s Nesta McGregor asked well-known athletes how sport has supported their mental well-being.

Caroline Bryan, a mother, died after a short illness. Doctors diagnosed her with an incurable cancer connected to asbestos. She passed away about three months after the diagnosis.

New research asks a big question: can gut parasites influence human behavior? Parasites are small organisms that can live inside the intestines. Scientists are studying whether they affect more than digestion.

In England, emergency C-sections are becoming more common. A C-section is a surgical birth, and “emergency” means doctors do it quickly during labor.

A national group in the UK is working to reduce loneliness among young adults. It aims to help people who feel isolated find friends and build real connections.

Ronan Keating, a singer from Boyzone, spoke about the mental toll of being in a famous pop group. He said that life on stage and in the spotlight can create strong pressure. According to him, the stress did not only come from work, but also from constant attention....

Feeling overwhelmed can happen to anyone. When stress builds up, it can be hard to think clearly or even start simple tasks.

In a BBC Health report, James visits Hackney, a part of London. Hackney has one of the lowest vaccination rates in the country. The report looks at why fewer residents are getting vaccines. James speaks with people in the community and observes local services.

BBC Health reports on an outbreak of bacterial meningitis in Kent. Meningitis is an infection that affects the membranes around the brain and spinal cord. James Gallagher examines how the outbreak started and what health teams are doing now. The story focuses on the need for quick action...

BBC Health released a new episode about a meningitis outbreak. Meningitis can become dangerous, so people need accurate information.

BBC Health released an audio report about hot flushes and possible treatment options.

In England, resident doctors are on strike again. They are part of a long pay dispute with the government and the NHS. The NHS chief said hospitals are coping so far, even after many days of disruption.

A doctor strike is delaying planned hospital care. Tom Lawson is one patient affected by the work stoppage. He is waiting for gastric bypass surgery, a procedure that can help people with serious weight problems.

Doctors’ strikes in the West of England could disrupt healthcare services. Some appointments and treatments may be delayed, and patients may need to plan carefully. Local newspapers and the BBC reported that the impact depends on the area and the type of service.

Doctors in some places took strike action. Many patients feared longer waits and less care. However, some hospital trusts told the BBC that the strike brought unexpected improvements.

In June, resident doctors in England will strike for the 16th time. The action is part of a long dispute about pay. Resident doctors are doctors in training who work in hospitals and care for patients.

The UK Covid inquiry is a public review of the country’s response to the pandemic. It examines key actions taken by leaders, health services, and other groups.

A new Covid report from the UK shows that vaccines were a major success. It says immunisation saved hundreds of thousands of lives and helped reduce severe disease. For many families, this meant fewer hospital stays and safer communities.

A new inquiry report looks closely at the rollout of COVID vaccines. It calls the effort an extraordinary achievement. The report says vaccines prevented serious illness and saved hundreds of thousands of lives. However, it also notes that a small minority of people experienced harm.

A new clinical trial has begun for a bird flu vaccine. The jab is designed to target the H5N1 strain.

Researchers at Cambridge say they have tested a vaccine designed by artificial intelligence for the first time.

A new outdoor wellbeing garden is opening to the public. The garden is part of Yarm Wellness.

Reformer Pilates is booming in the UK. More people are joining classes, and many new businesses are starting up.

A postnatal choir leader says she is “baffled” by how park fees are set. She runs a choir for new mothers, helping them connect and feel supported after having a baby.