Ministers consider tighter outdoor smoking rules
The government says it is considering a range of measures to "make the UK smoke-free".
Health
Ambulances ‘waste vital time’ on prison call-outs
Three-quarters of requests from prisons did not need an ambulance response, a watchdog finds.
Parents warned of back-to-school measles surge
Children should be up to date with all vaccinations to protect them and other people, officials say.
Disabled woman still has bed built for her aged 8
Taylor Crowe's family say the 19-year-old is at risk of falling from her bed and injuring herself.
NHS warns of continued short supply of blood
England's blood donor service says blood stocks are in short supply, amid a fresh appeal for donors.
Protect kids from vapes, doctors urge government
The British Medical Association is asking the government to ban all flavoured and disposable vapes.
Chick-fil-A’s banana pudding milkshake is back. You won’t believe how much sugar it has
Do not mistake the special shake for a healthy smoothie.
NHS 111 offers new mental health service
People in crisis can now access urgent help in England by calling 111 and talking to trained staff.
Are you sweating too much? A dermatologist says you should ask yourself these 4 questions
Not all sweaters are created equal.
