Health

Consultants in England now have a mandate for strike action over the next 12 months. Read More

A study found that even a five-minute walk boosts your mood and lowers fatigue. Read More

The once-a-day pill, from the makers of the Wegovy weight-loss jab, can now be bought privately in UK pharmacies. Read More

The update will be available to all users in England by April 2028, the health service says. Read More

From walking the dog before breakfast to getting off the bus a stop early, readers share their tips for building a daily walking habit. Read More

The World Health Organization’s director general says no further cases have been reported since 25 May. Read More

Despite affecting millions of women in the UK, PMOS is still under-diagnosed and inconsistently managed, say experts. Read More

Dr Bill Kirkup says he resigned from a government-commissioned review into NHS maternity services over the omission. Read More

An independent inquiry into England’s maternity services has found “unacceptable racism and discrimination” is affecting patient safety. Read More

Doctors have been locked in a three-year dispute with the government, resulting in several rounds of strikes. Read More