All news on the topic: NHS

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Experts warn of hidden mould danger lurking in your bedroom
Damp mould in the home can not only damage furniture and walls, it could be lurking in your mattress and cause a number of health problems if not dealt with and experts warn of key signs to identify if mould is in your bedroom this winter
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Outrage as 'letchy' cervical cancer campaign 'sexualises' women with slogan
Women have furiously slammed an ad campaign that hopes to encourage more women to come forward for their smear tests as they've questioned the 'letchy' design
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New 'highly transmissible' Covid strain HV.1 has eight symptoms to watch out for
New coronavirus variant HV.1 has been dubbed the grandchild of Omicron and is expected to spread quickly. It currently accounts for around a quarter of all cases in the USA
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Parents warned of six common winter bugs that pose serious risk to kids
Health experts have shared the symptoms of the most six common winter bugs and highlighted what ones have recently seen an increase - here is everything you need to know
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Pregnant mum gave birth to premature baby while stranded 400 miles from home
Amy Jenkins and her husband Alex were left stranded in Scotland after their son Brody made an early appearence - luckily, kind volunteers helped get them back home
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Mum diagnosed with rare condition when baby gave her black eye with TV remote
Hannah Newman-Smith, 34, was diagnosed with a rare blood condition called aplastic anaemia after noticing bruises on her body, including one on her face after her toddler hit her
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'Devastating' measles warning as cases skyrocket and UK doctors 'living in fear'
The Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health has warned doctors to be on the lookout for measles in children and check their vaccination status as cases surge
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One in four mums every year have to give birth by C-section, figures show
And some of their top concerns following the surgical procedure include how much it will hurt, and having to rely on others for help while they recover, according to research
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'There is no Tory tax cut that Tory ministers won't benefit from'
The Autumn Statement is predicted to include tax cuts, says Fleet Street Fox. What a lovely idea, except for the maths
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Toddler's devastating condition spotted after mum uses camera flash for photo
George Walsh, aged two, was enjoying some time away in Tenerife with his family when his parents, from Warrington, noticed a glare in the toddler's eye
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Doctor shares six ways to get an appointment with GP as Brits face long delays
Dr Mark Porter has spoken out about the difficulties people have accessing GP services and has given some tips as to the best ways of actually talking to a health professional
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Man given two years to live surpasses expectations - but now disease has spread
Luke was first diagnosed with stage 1 melanoma that developed into an incurable cancer. Now he is raising awareness about his cancer and is now in a situation where he is looking to raise funds to explore other treatment that might not be available on the NHS
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One in three miss work as they wait for GP appointment or NHS hospital treatment
The Liberal Democrats, which commissioned the polling, warned that the crisis in the health service is damaging economic growth as people are forced to take time off
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Key signals your back pain is a medical emergency and you must call 999
While back pain is a common nuisance, and can go away with some rest, sometimes it can be dangerous and warrants seeing a doctor or even calling 999
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British couples desperate to have kids jetting abroad for cheaper IVF treatment
British couples who have gone to Greece for IVF treatment say it is not only far cheaper but better than their experiences of going private in the UK
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Doctor warns simple mistake people make in winter can lead to cancer
Most people wouldn't think of using sunscreen in the winter. But one expert says that we shouldn't ignore using the important product as it can protect us from skin cancer in the winter too
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There are 10 simple food swaps to help prevent or reverse type 2 diabetes
From popcorn to lentil Bolognese, these are the diet-friendly swaps Brits can make to help their waistlines and prevent type 2 diabetes in the long run
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Never clean your ears with cotton buds - four safer alternatives
With around 10,000 of us a month searching the internet for advice on how best to clean our ears, an expert has stepped in to dispel the many do's and don'ts of aural hygiene
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Little-known diabetes sign found in your mouth as thousands of cases undiagnosed
The figures have been issued by the Diabetes and Wellness Foundation, which also says that nine in every 10 people with diabetes have type 2, which in many cases is preventable
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Indi Gregory in 'excruciating pain' on day she died, reveal heartbroken parents
The grief-stricken parents of tragic eight-month-old Indi Gregory have revealed their baby's touching final moments after the heartbreaking decision to turn off her life support
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Clever 'rubbing' technique which takes 3 minutes can help you fall asleep faster
Having trouble sleeping at night? Sleep expert Dr Katherine Hall has the solution and it only requires you to do one simple task before you go to shut your eyes
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Common condition leaves more than two million Brits at risk of going blind
A chunk of the population could be at risk of sight loss because they are living with undiagnosed glaucoma so pressure is being put on the government to establish an National Eye Health strategy
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Snacks and drinks that can cause tooth problems - including ice and crisps
Luisa Metcalfe talks to a dentist and a dental implant surgeon to discover the surprising snacks and drinks that can cause problems for your teeth
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Angry mum 'led to believe son, 3, had iron deficiency' finds out he has cancer
Demi Bourne, from Grimsby, says she was told her son Jaydon Cookson, three, had an iron deficiency and that there was nothing to worry about before it later emerged he had a tumour on his kidney
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Red-flag cancer symptom during sex and why you should 'see doctor immediately'
Cervical cancer symptoms include vaginal bleeding during or after sex, between your periods or after the menopause, or having heavier periods than usual, the NHS says