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More than 2,700 people may have died in exceptional May and June heatwaves in England and Wales13 Jul 2026 09:57An early estimate suggests more than 2,700 people will have died from heat-related causes during the UK's exceptionally hot weather in recent months.
UK begins trials of Ebola vaccine developed in just eight weeks13 Jul 2026 09:00The UK medicines regulator has given approval for an experimental vaccine to be tested on healthy adults.
US pays out $3m to victims of mystery Havana Syndrome condition reported by spies11 Jul 2026 14:11US officials and diplomats and their families began reporting a mysterious illness a decade ago.
People in 50s urged to complete bowel cancer screening11 Jul 2026 04:03Health officials warn little over half of 54-year-olds completed free at-home test kits.
Pioneering treatment saves twins in early pregnancy10 Jul 2026 17:04Identical twins Nancy and Margo benefitted from the procedure while in the womb as part of a world-first medical trial.
'People don't realise how at risk they are': A day with an ambulance service in a heatwave10 Jul 2026 11:18The BBC join a crew based in Exeter as the UK sizzles in one of its longest-running heatwaves.

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Last Updated 4 Mar 2026