Entries by BBC News - Health

Bleeding disorder: ‘I’m trapped in my house and avoid family events’

Sharon Gregg, who bleeds from her nose, eyes and fingernails, calls for understanding of her rare disorder.

Young autistic people dying despite warnings over care

BBC analysis of notices issued by coroners shows repeated failings in the care of autistic people.

How AI may be a powerful tool in treating male infertility

Fertility experts are now using artificial intelligence to help find sperm in medical samples.

Scientists grow whole model of human embryo, without sperm or egg

The research helps understanding of the earliest moments of life and the reasons behind infertility.

Turkey surgery warning as mother-of-four dies after gastric sleeve

Shannon Meenan Browse died from malnutrition after gastric sleeve surgery in Turkey 18 months ago.

Staffordshire surgeon sought over alleged sexual assaults

Police say they continue to pursue a surgeon after two separate complaints of assault were made.

Caution over study suggesting under-50 cancer surge

Cases in under-50s jump 79% since 1990 but population rise and better reporting are likely factors.

Covid booster: Who can get another jab this autumn?

Covid vaccine rules are changing, but those most at risk are being offered another jab this autumn.

Nitrous oxide: Laughing gas to be illegal by end of year

Nitrous oxide will become a class C drug in the UK and carry up to two years in jail for possession.

Rise in young women vaping daily in the UK

Figures from the Office of National Statistics suggest more women aged 16-24 are vaping every day.