Entries by BBC News

Are there ‘forever chemicals’ in your raincoat?

Could your skin be absorbing PFAS (Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances), also known as 'forever chemicals' through your raincoat?

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Relearning to walk and talk after a brain tumour

Ekam Dhaliwal discusses his experience following brain tumour surgery.

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Relearning to walk and talk after a brain tumour

Ekam Dhaliwal discusses his experience following brain tumour surgery.

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Eye surgeon’s advice after his own sight-saving op

Dr Amir Hamid said his sight was saved by quick treatment when he had symptoms of a detached retina.

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Why the NHS still wastes billions on patients who don’t need to be in hospital

The delayed discharge challenge throws up deeper questions about the care system, co-ordination - and whether some patients are over-treated

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The ‘vicious cycle’ that means the NHS still wastes billions on patients who don’t need to be in hospital

The delayed discharge challenge throws up deeper questions about the care system and co-ordination.

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Revolutionary eye injection saved my sight, says first-ever patient

Nicki's eye had collapsed in on itself, but a new gel injection method has saved her vision.

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Revolutionary eye injection saved my sight, says first-ever patient

Nicki's eye had collapsed in on itself, but a new gel injection method has saved her vision.

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The rugby mum looking to get others to play

Annette Bevan and friends set up the Maa Maas club for mums who want to play rugby.

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The rugby mum looking to get others to play

Annette Bevan and friends set up the Maa Maas club for mums who want to play rugby.

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