Over 31,000 Kaiser Permanente healthcare workers in California and Hawaii have launched an open-ended strike demanding better wages and improved staffing levels, marking the second major walkout in recent months.
A new survey reveals 66% of Britons find healthy eating advice confusing, with social media blamed for bombarding consumers with conflicting nutrition messages.
A major study from Boston University reveals severe CTE increases dementia risk 4.5 times, with researchers calling for CTE to be recognised as a direct cause of dementia.
Ulster University's Centre for Digital Healthcare Technology has secured planning approval for a £40 million innovation hub in Belfast, focusing on medical technology and digital healthcare advancements.
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The Trump administration has selected 15 new medications, including treatments for diabetes, HIV, and arthritis, for Medicare price negotiations under a 2022 law, aiming to reduce costs for seniors and taxpayers.
A major European study finds high levels of maternal mental health strain, with 42% of new mothers reporting issues. Career penalties and childcare costs exacerbate the crisis.
A new European survey finds 70% of UK mothers feel overloaded, with nearly half facing mental health issues and significant career disadvantages due to motherhood.
Leading charities warn that declining mental health among children and young people represents the 'biggest challenge of our time', with services struggling to meet demand and the UK lagging behind comparable nations.
Hospice vet Faith Banks shares crucial guidance for pet owners during final moments, explaining why saying 'I'm sorry' can prolong grief and offering alternative comforting words.
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The Princess of Wales joined a Mind Over Mountains charity walk in the Peak District, laughing off muddy conditions amid Storm Chandra's heavy rain and winds.
New research suggests sleeping without pillows could reduce eye pressure in glaucoma patients, potentially offering a simple strategy to manage this common eye condition.
New research reveals sleeping with stacked pillows can compress neck veins, raising eye pressure and glaucoma risk. Study suggests single or no pillows may help prevent optic nerve damage.
Jelly Roll's wife Bunnie Xo details terrifying depression from unapproved weight loss drug retatrutide, warning others about online claims and fake medicines.
Andrea Andrade, a California pageant queen who inspired many by competing while undergoing treatment, has died after a nearly ten-year fight against colon cancer.
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The family of Rachel Green, a 44-year-old attorney who died on a Delta flight from Minneapolis to London, questions her medical care after an inquest revealed an undiagnosed heart condition combined with prescription medications.
At least ten people have died in New York City during a severe cold snap, raising urgent questions about the city's preparedness and homeless shelter system effectiveness during extreme weather events.
Poet Laureate Simon Armitage has recorded a reading of his new poem 'The Campaign' to mark World Cancer Day. The work was commissioned by Yorkshire Cancer Research for its centenary year.
New research indicates that prolonged speech and language therapy significantly aids autistic children in developing spoken language, with two-thirds showing improvement after consistent intervention.
US flu activity shows third consecutive weekly decline, but health experts caution against dropping guard amid historic season with 19 million cases and 44 pediatric deaths reported.
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A homeless woman named Bobbi was found nearly frozen outside a Fort Worth convenience store, saved by manager Faris Hussain and a customer as temperatures plunged dangerously low.
MPs demand transparency on the UK-US zero tariff drug agreement, with critics warning of hidden costs to the NHS and economy by 2035.
Health Secretary Wes Streeting warns UK-trained doctors may turn away from NHS if not prioritised for specialty training places, unveiling new legislation to reduce international recruitment reliance.
An inquest hears how Francesca Blease, 11, who was terrified of water, drowned in a hotel pool in Fuerteventura. Holidaymakers, including an NHS midwife, rushed to help, but she later died in hospital.
The Princess of Wales joined a mental health walk in the Peak District, emphasising the therapeutic power of nature and outdoor experiences for wellbeing during her northern England engagements.
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The Independent's Bel Trew tells Parliament that protecting UK HIV funding is crucial to ending the AIDS pandemic by 2030, amid global aid cuts.
A Canadian mother is devastated after her diabetic, blind son was euthanised under controversial MAiD legislation, sparking calls for stronger mental health safeguards.
Poet Laureate Simon Armitage unveils a new poem, 'The Campaign', commissioned by Yorkshire Cancer Research to mark World Cancer Day and the charity's centenary, inspired by meetings with those affected.
Explore the science behind muscle twitches affecting 70% of people. Learn about triggers from caffeine to mineral deficiencies and when to consult a doctor.
New research highlights apple cider vinegar's superior gut health benefits over lemon water, with probiotics aiding digestion and reducing disease risks.
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A coroner found 'missed opportunities' contributed to baby Pippa Gillibrand's death after delays in her delivery during a planned home birth in Warrington.
