NHS to offer ‘groundbreaking’ sickle cell gene therapy
The gene therapy Casgevy, which will now be offered to some patients in England, could help people live disease-free, experts say. Read More
Top supermarkets running ‘prohibited’ tobacco ads
Trading Standards says adverts for heated tobacco products are banned, but some supermarkets disagree. Read More
Blow for Reeves as AstraZeneca ditches £450m investment
The drugs giant blames “protracted” talks with the government as well as differences over funding. Read More
Weight-loss jab checks to be tightened by pharmacies
Online pharmacies will no longer be allowed to use customer pictures or questionnaires as evidence. Read More
‘Life-changing’ tablet for dust mite allergies
The National Institute for Healthcare and Care Excellence backs a tablet for dust mite allergies. Read More
Changing room trans row nurse ‘felt intimidated’
Sandie Peggie, who was suspended after complaining about sharing a changing room with a transgender colleague, gave evidence at an employment tribunal. Read More
‘My first cervical screening was over before I knew it’
The BBC speaks to six people about their first cervical screening, and what they wish they’d known beforehand. Read More
Campaigner launches bid to ban cross-sex hormones for under-18s
Lawyers write to health secretary warning him to take action or they will seek a judicial review. Read More
Farmers in bird flu ‘panic’ call for UK vaccine plan
Vaccinating poultry against bird flu is still not allowed in the UK despite a rise in farm outbreaks. Read More
Norovirus cases at more than double expected number
The UKHSA warns the rise is having a big impact on hospitals and care homes. Read More