Junior doctors’ strike: Thousands of NHS appointments hit by walkout
The NHS is braced for its longest strike after last week’s walkout caused nearly 89,000 cancellations. Read More
Young-onset dementia risk increased by Vitamin D deficiency and depression, study says
A major study has identified 15 risk factors for young-onset dementia, not all of which are genetic. Read More
Kidney donation: ‘Giving a stranger this gift has changed my life’
Laura Maisey says giving away one of her organs has been the best thing that has ever happened to her. Read More
‘Loneliest sheep’ fronts mental health campaign
Rescued ewe Fiona is enlisted to help support farmers who might be struggling at Christmas. Read More
Cambridgeshire mum saves her toddler’s life through liver transplant
The mum says she would have done anything possible to save her little boy’s life. Read More
Landais Alzheimer – the village where everyone has dementia
The specially adapted environment is keeping people healthier and happier for longer, early evidence suggests. Read More
Find out the latest hospital and ambulance waits near you
As the NHS enters the difficult winter period, find out what’s happening in your area. Read More
Brain surgery teen to have first seizure-free Christmas
Angus Bain, 17, has suffered debilitating epileptic fits every week throughout his childhood. Read More
Disabled people left as ‘collateral damage’ in Essex contract row
Money used to care for disabled people disappears amid a dispute between a council and payroll firm. Read More
Non-burping can damage quality of life, researchers say
People with the condition have to deal with abdominal bloating, gurgling noises and flatulence. Read More