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Baby poo study reveals mysteries of newborn guts

Scientists work out which bacteria populate babies guts first - and what it could mean for their health.

Baby poo study reveals mysteries of newborn guts

Scientists work out which bacteria populate babies guts first - and what it could mean for their health.

Baby poo study reveals mysteries of newborn guts

Scientists work out which bacteria populate babies guts first - and what it could mean for their health.

No quick fix to special-needs pupil failures, parents told

The schools minister promises reform but parents are frustrated with the lack of action.

Men on sodium valproate told to use contraception

There is a potential, small increased risk of autism and other neurodevelopmental problems, experts say

Pledge to make cervical screening more accessible

A wellbeing board says not enough women in Herts are taking up free NHS cervical screening tests.

Hospice to cut jobs and services over funding shortfall

St Catherine’s Hospice's chief executive says the decision to cut jobs has been "heartbreaking".

Nurse cleared of baby kidnap plot says life ruined

Safia Ahmadie was cleared by a jury after 48 minutes, but says the experience left her "smashed".

How does the Covid inquiry work?

The inquiry has heard from politicians, civil servants, public health experts and bereaved families.

‘What does our modern society perceive as normal?’

The Mad Hatter's Tea Party: Opening the conversation about mental health issues