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New mpox strain in DR Congo 'most dangerous yet'

A current outbreak of the virus in the African country is "concerning", say health officials.

New mpox strain in DR Congo 'most dangerous yet'

Faces made of living skin make robots smile

Scientists find a way to attach living skin to robot faces for more realistic smiles and expressions.

Faces made of living skin make robots smile

Warning over 'double dose' ecstasy pills at festivals

A charity has warned that potentially deadly super-strength MDMA pills are being sold in the UK.

Warning over 'double dose' ecstasy pills at festivals

Government writes off £1.4bn of PPE from Covid deal

The government's deal with Full Support Healthcare was one of the most wasteful of the pandemic.

Government writes off £1.4bn of PPE from Covid deal

Low child vaccine uptake sees tipping-point warning

There are concerns over the spread of diseases such as whooping cough in England, as vaccine rates fall.

Low child vaccine uptake sees tipping-point warning

NHS confirms patient data stolen in cyber attack

The NHS said Patients should continue to attend their appointments unless they have been told otherwise.

NHS confirms patient data stolen in cyber attack