Health News
4/27/2026

Making sense of the showdown at the CDC



Chagas disease, a deadly infection caused by ‘kissing bugs,’ may have taken root in the U.S., researchers say



Confused by the new COVID vaccine guidelines? Here's what you need to know.



Poll: Only 15% of Americans agree with the unproven claim that Tylenol causes autism



Trump promotes unproven theory about Tylenol and autism. What does the science say?



If you think you can't focus for long, you're right


Your attention span has shrunk by nearly two minutes in the past 20 years, driven in part by technology's hold over your work and home life, experts say. Here's how to stay focused so you can get things done.

What you should know if there's no sexual attraction for your partner, according to a therapist


Why would a person pick a potential life partner without feeling the spark of sexual attraction? And can these relationships survive and thrive? Can sexual attraction be cultivated later? Therapist Ian Kerner shares what he's learned in his practice.

How to cool down without AC


No air conditioning? Here are 14 methods for cooling your body and buffering your house from the outside heat.

The benefits of 'body doubling' when you have ADHD, according to experts


'Body doubling' is a strategy people with ADHD can use to accomplish more than they would alone. Here's how to do it.

The planet is getting hotter fast. This is what happens to your body in extreme heat


Human-caused climate change has already made heat waves around the world more frequent and intense.

What a medication abortion is like, according to a doctor


An expert in medication abortion describes how mifepristone and misoprostol work and what to expect after using these medications known as the "abortion pill."

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Your guide to finding the right Theragun massage gun for you



8 activewear brands you should add to your workout wardrobe


The increasing popularity of stylish, trendy athletic wear has made über-comfortable clothing something that's not just for the gym. It's infiltrated all corners of culture, from high fashion runways to the offices of Silicon Valley executives — and really, it's appropriate for any occasion when you just want to be comfortable.

How long you can use vintage Tupperware


Since Tupperware, the iconic kitchen brand that's been a household name for decades, signaled recently that it might be going out of business, you might be wondering how long your stash of its food storage containers is safe to use — especially if it's vintage.

Why we have nightmares and how to stop them


We leave behind our fears of monsters under the bed as we say goodbye to our childhoods, but one can follow us into adulthood and loom over our heads.

This bat fossil could fill in a piece of the evolutionary puzzle


Two 52 million-year-old bat skeletons discovered in an ancient lake bed in Wyoming are the oldest bat fossils ever found — and they reveal a new species.

Fuzzy first photo of a black hole gets a sharp makeover


The first photo ever taken of a black hole looks a little sharper now.

Paper airplane breaks a world distance record


It's a bird... It's a plane... It's a paper airplane!

US gets D+ grade for rising preterm birth rates, new report finds


The rate of premature birth in the United States is climbing, according to the infant and maternal health nonprofit March of Dimes.

Desperate for heart surgery for their baby, a family feels the effects of pediatric hospital shortages


Even before their daughter was born in June, Aaron and Helen Chavez knew she would need heart surgery. Doctors expected her to have an operation around 6 months of age.

Experimental therapy gantenerumab fails to slow or improve Alzheimer's memory loss in clinical trials


An experimental treatment, gantenerumab, failed to help people at high risk of memory loss from Alzheimer's or those who were in the early phases of the disease, the manufacturer said Monday.

RSV hospitalization rate for seniors is 10 times higher than usual for this point in the season


The respiratory virus season has started early in kids this year and flooded children's hospitals in many parts of the country -- especially with respiratory syncytial virus, known as RSV.

Covid-19 boosters could keep thousands of kids out of hospitals, but uptake remains low


Higher Covid-19 vaccination rates among US children could prevent thousands of pediatric hospitalizations and millions of missed school days, according to an analysis published Tuesday by the Commonwealth Fund and the Yale School of Public Health.

The surprising health benefit that could be in your pint


Drinking the odd pint of beer can provide "substantial levels" of an essential brain-boosting vitamin in your diet, according to new research in a respected journal.

Asbestos toy warnings


Asbestos toy warnings

'I used delivery apps to hide the shame of alcoholism'


Hattie Underwood is a recovered alcoholic and she told 5 Live’s Naga Munchetty how she used delivery apps to "anonymise" her alcohol consumption.

What NHS challenges does the election winner face?


There are currently 687,958 people waiting for any type of NHS treatment in Wales.

Inside Health


James Gallagher examines the outbreak of bacterial meningitis in Kent.

Inside Health


James visits Hackney, which has one of the lowest vaccination rates in the country.

'I paid for a private hysterectomy'


Rachel Moore spent years in debilitating chronic pain due to the womb disease, adenomyosis.

Inside Health


James Gallagher finds out how a hot flush feels - and delves into a new treatment.

Inside Health


James Gallagher is joined by experts to answer key questions on the meningitis outbreak.

'Doctors strikes' and 'paw prints in space'


A round-up of stories from local newspapers and the BBC from the past week in the West of England.

'Month of worry' over doctor strike surgery delay


The strike further delays Tom Lawson's gastric bypass surgery after a more than three-year wait.

Hospitals coping well with doctors' strike so far - NHS boss


Resident doctors in England – the new name for junior doctors – are taking part in their 15th walkout in a long-running pay dispute.

Doctors' strikes can have surprising benefits - but are they sustainable?


Some hospital trusts tell the BBC previous action has seen shorter waits, faster decisions and calmer corridors.

What is the UK Covid inquiry and how does it work?


The fourth report from the inquiry into the pandemic said the vaccine roll-out was an "extraordinary feat".

Stay at home advice questioned and rules too tough - key findings from Covid report


An NHS close to collapse, patients failed and NHS staff put at risk - what you need to know.

Why did resident doctors go on strike and how much are they paid?


Resident doctors in England have returned to work after the 15th walkout in a long-running dispute.

Vaccines a huge success, but public trust must be earned - key findings from Covid report


Immunisation saved hundreds of thousands of UK lives, but vaccine hesitancy remains an issue.

Pupil art sessions 'bring joy' to hospice


The Hospice in the Weald in Pembury runs the sessions for people with life-limiting conditions.

Bird flu vaccine trial against potential pandemic strain begins


The jab targets the H5N1 flu strain which has caused devastating infections in bird populations worldwide, but has yet to spread between humans.

Rollout of Covid vaccines extraordinary feat - inquiry report


Covid vaccines saved hundreds of thousands of lives, but a small minority harmed need better support, says report.

Researchers look into island's health benefits


The team aims to find out what it is about the Isle of Wight that makes people feel better.

What is vegan collagen?


What's the latest on Collagen?

Men's group hopes to ease strain on NHS services


"I want to tackle loneliness and we feel like this group can do that," the organisation's founder says.

Maternity boss 'confident' as unit reopens


Staff say they have addressed concerns over staffing, equipment and learning from serious incidents.

Wellbeing garden opens to combat isolation


The outdoor area at Yarm Wellness will officially open to the public on Saturday.

'Adenomyosis ruined my life'


Rachel Moore is raising awareness for adenomyosis a womb disease which she said has ruined her life.

'I paid for a private hysterectomy'


Rachel Moore spent years in debilitating chronic pain due to the womb disease, adenomyosis.

What NHS challenges does the election winner face?


There are currently 687,958 people waiting for any type of NHS treatment in Wales.

I'm on six different NHS waiting lists - it's taking over my life


Amy-Jane Davies is one of 687,958 waiting for any type of NHS treatment in Wales.

Sleep, exercise, hydrate - do we really need to stick to recommended daily doses?


As a study casts doubt on the daily steps maxim, we take a look at some other health benchmarks we’re often told to strive for.

Could weight-loss jabs be behind rising gallbladder removals?


Last year, there was a 15% annual increase in the operations and surgeons want more research.

What is chickenpox and who can get an NHS vaccine?


The standard NHS childhood vaccination programme will include chickenpox from 2 January 2026.

Caffeine pouch craze: A teenage trend troubling some experts


Some social media influencers are pushing products to young gym-goers and students, health experts warn.

What to do if you think someone has heat exhaustion or heatstroke


Know the signs and what to do if someone is unwell in hot weather.

What does hot weather do to the body?


Hot weather during the summer can affect anyone, but some people run a greater risk of serious harm.

What are the symptoms of meningitis and how is it spread?


Two people have died following an "unpredecented" outbreak of meningitis in Kent.

Why did resident doctors go on strike and how much are they paid?


Resident doctors in England have returned to work after the 15th walkout in a long-running dispute.

Hundreds contact BBC about mystery skin condition 'hell' - but doctors can't agree it exists


Some think it's a severe case of eczema. Others say it's a condition called TSW. But doctors are stuck in a dilemma.

Breakthrough £90,000 Alzheimer's drugs unlikely to benefit patients, report suggests


A major review has provoked a backlash after concluding the medicines provide too little benefit to be noticed.

Should you really trust health advice from an AI chatbot?


Abi has had very mixed results when asking a chatbot for guidance about her health issues.

Mental health support to be offered to people with diabetes in UK first


People with diabetes are twice as likely to have depression, a charity backing tailored support says.

Three young people contract meningitis in Weymouth


Young people are to be offered the MenB vaccine after three cases of meningitis were confirmed.

Lawmakers clash with RFK Jr as he shifts focus away from vaccines


During a three-hour hearing, the US health secretary tried to focus on chronic disease while being pressed on vaccines.

'I'm the lucky one' - more than one in three young men now live with their parents


Last year, the highest proportion of men aged 20-34 were still living at home since at least 2007 as the rising cost of living takes hold.

'Why is the NHS funding students if it can't give them jobs?' Anger over recruitment freeze


Dozens of midwifery, physiotherapy and nursing students contact BBC over fears they won't get jobs.

Rogue sperm donor who says he's fathered 180 children won't be on child's birth certificate


The child's mother and her partner say they never wanted Robert Albon to play any part in the child's life.

Should you really trust health advice from an AI chatbot?


Abi has had very mixed results when asking a chatbot for guidance about her health issues.

Hay fever misery does last longer - here is how to cope


Symptoms are lasting for up to two weeks longer than in the 1990s, according to a major report - so what can you do about the pollen bomb?

Bird flu vaccine trial against potential pandemic strain begins


The jab targets the H5N1 flu strain which has caused devastating infections in bird populations worldwide, but has yet to spread between humans.

Smoking ban for people born after 2008 in the UK agreed


The "landmark" legislation aims to stop anyone born after 1 January 2009 from taking up smoking to create a smoke-free generation.

Breast cancer type study 'critically under-funded'


Two women from Barnard Castle and Guisborough say lobular breast cancer needs further research.

Why can't newly qualified midwives get jobs?


Some midwives are working as receptionists but the government says it has invested in maternity jobs.

I'm on six different NHS waiting lists - it's taking over my life


Amy-Jane Davies is one of 687,958 waiting for any type of NHS treatment in Wales.

'Toxic culture' at NHS trust left staff suicidal


A&E manager Sam Carter was under investigation by the Portsmouth trust when she took her own life.

'I gave up my job due to the stress of my child's food allergies'


The former lawyer says she "didn't trust anyone" with her five-year-old's allergies so gave up work.

Senior Lucy Letby hospital boss arrested


The arrest was made as part of a wider investigation into leadership at the Countess of Chester Hospital.

High Street mini-marts selling cocaine, cannabis and prescription drugs, BBC secret filming reveals


Across the UK, shopfronts are being exploited by criminal gangs pushing illegal drugs, experts say.

Your pint could come with a surprising health benefit


Beer provides "substantial levels" of vitamin B6 into your diet, according to new research.

Girl, 6, has sight restored through gene therapy


Saffie's mum says Luxturna therapy at Great Ormond Street has been like "someone waved a magic wand".

Trump administration reclassifies cannabis as less dangerous


Medical marijuana was moved into a lower category of drugs in order to increase research and access.

UK Biobank health data listed for sale in China, government confirms


The government said medical data of 500,000 people was affected but no personally identifiable information had been made available.

'My baby scratches and scratches': Families say their homes are making their children sick


A cross-party report has called for safer conditions for the record number of families living in temporary accommodation.

The viral manifesto of 'anti-woke' tech boss with NHS and defence contracts


The boss of the controversial tech company with UK government contracts published a 22-point plan on the future of the West.

Assisted dying bill runs out of time but supporters vow to try again


The proposed legislation was supported by MPs but has not cleared its stages in the Lords.

UK healthy life expectancy falls by two years in past decade


Poor housing, obesity and the effects of deprivation have been suggested as underlying cause.

Care home manager struck off over 'horrific' restraining of disabled person


A tribunal hearing criticised Janette Donnelly's use of force at Millport Care Centre was "unnecessary".

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