Regulator sorry for past disciplining of gay doctors
The General Medical Council is “truly sorry’ for past prejudices that ended some gay doctors’ careers. Read More
US hospital halts IVF after court says embryos are children
The case in Alabama stems from a lawsuit brought by three couples whose frozen embryos were lost at a clinic. Read More
Firms must make ‘adjustments’ for menopausal woman
Equality watchdog guidance suggests allowing women to work from home or letting them wear cooler clothes. Read More
Baby loss certificates introduced in England
Campaigners say they are “thrilled” that millions of families will finally have their losses recognised. Read More
UK codeine cough syrup sales could be restricted
The UK medicines safety watchdog says abusing codeine linctus can lead to serious health issues. Read More
The strangers who saved each other’s lives
Two men who never met now call themselves blood brothers – after one donated stem cells to the other. Read More
Patient care hit by disrepair in NHS buildings
Sewage leaks and floods among more than 1,000 incidents revealed in BBC investigation. Read More
Hospitals may introduce Martha’s rule from April
The government backs a plan to give patients access to a second opinion if their condition deteriorates. Read More
Footballer Tom Lockyer shows life-saving defibrillator in his chest
The Luton Town defender collapsed on the pitch after a cardiac arrest last December. Read More
Illegal abortion investigations rising, BBC told
The increase in police inquiries in England and Wales is “unprecedented”, an abortion provider says. Read More