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Access to cystic fibrosis drugs approved in England

A deal has been reached to give NHS patients Kaftrio, Symkevi and Orkambi.

Access to cystic fibrosis drugs approved in England

‘Space hairdryer’ regenerates heart tissue in study

Gentle shockwaves could regenerate the heart tissue of patients after bypass surgery, research suggests.

‘Space hairdryer’ regenerates heart tissue in study

NHS election plans unconvincing - health experts

The health budget faces a £38bn shortfall by 2030, putting plans to tackle the backlog and improve the NHS at risk.

NHS election plans unconvincing - health experts

Secret files reveal fears over future of NHS IT giant

Talks have been held over the potential collapse of tech firm Atos, which runs vital UK public services.

Secret files reveal fears over future of NHS IT giant

Parkinson's blood test gives early-diagnosis hope

A simple blood test that can predict Parkinson's years before symptoms begin has been developed.

Parkinson's blood test gives early-diagnosis hope

More sick children go private as others face NHS waits

England's NHS trusts warn children are the “forgotten generation” in the race to cut waiting lists.

More sick children go private as others face NHS waits