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5/3/2026

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



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



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?



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.

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.

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 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."

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 best coupons at CVS Pharmacy



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.

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.

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.

Your guide to finding the right Theragun massage gun for you



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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Sophie Raworth: 'I hope I can still run in my 80s'


Sophie Raworth talks about the need for exercise as we get older.

The truth about taking testosterone


Dr Xand shares the latest information on testosterone

'It's the most normal thing in the world to feel weird'


Bryony Gordon talks about her struggles with her mental health.

'We felt we had to miscarry again to get the help we needed'


An early care scheme could prevent thousands of miscarriages a year.

'I was slowly slipping into insanity because of PMDD'


Vicky Pattison talks about trying to get help for pre-menstrual dysphoric disorder.

Inside Health


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

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.

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.

Inside Health


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

'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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Pupil art sessions 'bring joy' to hospice


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

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?

'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.

Wellbeing garden opens to combat isolation


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

Sophie Raworth: 'I hope I can still run in my 80s'


Sophie Raworth talks about the need for exercise as we get older.

Women can wait years for an endometriosis diagnosis. New tech could change that


A new scan technique could spot areas of endometriosis missed by conventional scans, scientists say.

Mother and baby mental health unit to go ahead


Mike Nesbitt says Northern Ireland's first regional mother and baby unit in should open within the next three years.

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.

How to check whether you have bowel cancer


What are the main symptoms and causes of bowel cancer, and how can you reduce your risk of getting it?

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


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

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.

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.

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.

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.

Your pint could come with a surprising health benefit


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

11 cancers on the rise in young people - scientists find first clue why it's happening


Researchers stress that simple lifestyle changes can still significantly reduce the risk of cancer.

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.

Claimants in Johnson & Johnson talcum powder case rise to 7,000


The case, which opened in the High Court on Wednesday, originally involved 3,000 claimants and is set to become the largest product liability case in UK history.

Early care scheme could prevent thousands of miscarriages a year


Current rules state that three unsuccessful pregnancies are needed to trigger NHS support - but a pilot project could bring about change.

'Amazing' moment for communities given right to buy for the first time


Ministers say the new law in England gives power to local people who want to help others.

Women can wait years for an endometriosis diagnosis. New tech could change that


A new scan technique could spot areas of endometriosis missed by conventional scans, scientists say.

The struggle to get hold of medication in England is set to get worse


People living with conditions include heart problems, stroke risks, eye infections and bipolar are unable to get hold of the drugs they rely on.

Martha's Rule helplines get more than 1,700 calls from worried NHS staff


The scheme encourages staff and families to seek an urgent second opinion if they fear a patient's condition is worsening.

What death doulas can teach us about dying


Death doulas or soul midwives have increased in popularity in recent years. What do they do?

NHS cancer jab could mean patients spend hours less in hospital


Thousands of patients will be offered a new injectable form of an immunotherapy drug that takes minutes.

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