No budget for assisted dying service, Streeting says
The MP for Ilford North pledges to work “constructively” on technical aspects of the legislation. Read More
Esther Rantzen urges Lords not to block assisted dying
Some critics, including disability rights campaigner Lord Shinkwin, indicate they will try to amend a bill, backed by MPs, to legalise assisted dying. Read More
NHS plans to DNA test all babies to assess disease risk
Scheme is part of the government’s 10-year plan for the NHS in England aimed at easing pressure on services. Read More
‘I was poisoned by fake Botox’
In recent weeks 28 cases of botulism caused by fake Botox are recorded in the north-east of England. Read More
What to do if you think someone has heat exhaustion or heatstroke
Know the signs and what to do if someone is unwell in hot weather. Read More
Hot weather: How to sleep in the heat
Simple tips to help you get a good night’s sleep during hot weather. Read More
What does hot weather do to the body?
Hot weather during the summer can affect anyone, but some people run a greater risk of serious harm. Read More
Leeds maternity units downgraded to ‘inadequate’
Trust told to take immediate action to improve after unannounced inspections prompted by parent concerns. Read More
MPs vote to decriminalise abortion for women in England and Wales
The vote to decriminalise the procedure is the biggest change to abortion laws in England and Wales for nearly 60 years. Read More
Amber heat health alerts in place as temperatures above 30C likely
Alerts across England are in force until Monday morning and come as heatwave conditions are expected. Read More