FDA bans red dye No. 3 from foods, supplements, and some medicines because of potential cancer risk
The agency said it was taking the action as a “matter of law” because some studies have found that the dye caused cancer in lab rats.
Health
MPs say fix Send system or face ‘lost generation’
A report finds the special educational needs and disabilities system in "disarray" and lacking funds.
MPs call for miscarriage bereavement leave
Paid leave should be extended to parents who lose a pregnancy before 24 weeks, a report by MPs says.
Obesity needs new definition, says global report
There is a risk too many people are being diagnosed as obese, with weight-loss drugs in high demand.
3 in 4 women are skipping a routine appointment and putting themselves at higher risk for cancer
The Harris Poll also found that 50% of women had no idea when to get screened for cervical cancer.
‘We re-mortgaged to buy our kids’ ADHD medication’
BBC research finds nearly 400,000 private prescriptions for ADHD were issued in 2023-24.
GPs turn to AI to help with patient workload
Should more AI be used to help GPs with consultations and administrative work?
Women seeking abortions after using ‘natural’ contraception
Researchers have seen a shift from "more reliable" hormonal contraceptives to fertility tracking apps.
Nurse stabbed in hospital’s acute medical ward
A 37-year-old man is in police custody after being arrested on suspicion of attempted murder.
