BBC Health News

Being a patient 'a full-time job'19 Apr 2018 09:00Rising numbers of people have multiple health conditions, leading to endless appointments and check-ups.
Thalassaemia gene therapy trial shows 'encouraging' results19 Apr 2018 03:23The treatment meant some patients stopped needing blood transfusions altogether.
Hospitals recruit managers faster than doctors and nurses19 Apr 2018 09:09Three quarters of NHS hospital trusts are employing more managers than they did five years ago.
Mental health patients want immediate diagnosis, says report19 Apr 2018 03:26Research suggests patients would prefer to be told their diagnosis face-to-face.
Hans Asperger 'collaborated with Nazis' in WWII19 Apr 2018 08:59A medical journal suggests the renowned autism paediatrician was a Nazi collaborator.
'My teacher saved me from suicide'19 Apr 2018 03:10Now 26, Hati Sparey-South is herself training as a teacher, determined to help today's pupils.

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