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Boy with rare condition amazes doctors after world-first gene therapy

Oliver has an inherited condition called Hunter syndrome, which causes progressive damage to the body and brain.

Firms and workers reveal impact of Covid response

Business owners describe breaking into tears as they were forced to lay off staff, while workers feared for their jobs

Lord Cameron reveals he had prostate cancer

The former PM is calling for more men to be screened for the disease, which is the most common cancer in males in the UK.

Illuminated

Poet Paul Farley faces up to the fact that it’s time to address his hearing loss.

Illuminated

Poet Paul Farley faces up to the fact that it’s time to address his hearing loss.

‘It sounds dramatic but singing class saved my life’

Hundreds of peopling attending singing groups are being taught songs and breathing techniques.

‘It sounds dramatic but singing class saved by life’

Hundreds of peopling attending singing groups are being taught songs and breathing techniques.

‘It sounds dramatic but singing class saved my life’

Hundreds of peopling attending singing groups are being taught songs and breathing techniques.

UK Vets Trained to Spot Human Cancer Signs

UK vets will be trained to spot cancer signs to help farmers discuss their own health

New puberty blockers trial to begin after UK ban

Those taking part in the study will be children under 16 who are going through puberty.