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At-home saliva test may catch deadly prostate cancers

Research suggests cheap and simple spit tests may be better at catching the disease than blood tests.

Sat Jun 1, 2024 15:25
'By the time my pension's sorted, will I be here?'

A former police officer fears she may not live to see the pension boost she has been promised.

Sat Jun 1, 2024 06:30
What is pregabalin and why can it be dangerous?

The prescription drug has been linked to a number of deaths in the UK and around the world.

Fri May 31, 2024 03:45
What is the new vaping tax and when will it start?

The government will introduce a new vaping tax on top of measures to stop children vaping.

Fri May 31, 2024 03:45
How much do junior doctors really get paid?

The BBC asked two junior doctors in England to show us their payslips and reveal their salaries.

Fri May 31, 2024 03:45
Are weight-loss injections the answer to obesity?

The appeal is clear - but should we be turning to appetite-suppressing injections?

Fri May 31, 2024 03:45

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