Some passengers potentially exposed to hantavirus have already taken flights to numerous countries.

A British man is among three evacuees sent to the Netherlands after displaying symptoms while aboard the MV Hondius.

The Andes strain of the virus, which can rarely be passed from person to person, has been confirmed in some passengers.

While passengers onboard the MV Hondius say the situation is calm, they face days at sea as officials warn the disease may have spread.

South Africa's health ministry said the Andes strain of the virus was found in two confirmed cases linked to the outbreak.

Two cases of the virus, which rarely spreads between humans, have been confirmed on the ship, and three people have died.

Thousands of patients will be offered a new injectable form of an immunotherapy drug that takes minutes.

Death doulas or soul midwives have increased in popularity in recent years. What do they do?

People living with conditions include heart problems, stroke risks, eye infections and bipolar are unable to get hold of the drugs they rely on.

The scheme encourages staff and families to seek an urgent second opinion if they fear a patient's condition is worsening.

Ministers say the new law in England gives power to local people who want to help others.

A new scan technique could spot areas of endometriosis missed by conventional scans, scientists say.

Two survivors who caught the hantavirus years earlier told the BBC they both felt lucky to be alive.

Abi has had very mixed results when asking a chatbot for guidance about her health issues.

Resident doctors in England have returned to work after the 15th walkout in a long-running dispute.

Some think it's a severe case of eczema. Others say it's a condition called TSW. But doctors are stuck in a dilemma.

Know the signs and what to do if someone is unwell in hot weather.

About 12 countries have so far been linked to the hantavirus outbreak on the MV Hondius, as the UN health agency confirms at least five cases.

What are the main symptoms and causes of bowel cancer, and how can you reduce your risk of getting it?

Two people have died following an "unpredecented" outbreak of meningitis in Kent.

Last year, there was a 15% annual increase in the operations and surgeons want more research.

The standard NHS childhood vaccination programme will include chickenpox from 2 January 2026.

The condition affects one in 10 women in the UK and can cause debilitating pain and infertility.

Mike Nesbitt says Northern Ireland's first regional mother and baby unit in should open within the next three years.

Sophie Raworth talks about the need for exercise as we get older.

A new scan technique could spot areas of endometriosis missed by conventional scans, scientists say.

Rachel Moore spent years in debilitating chronic pain due to the womb disease, adenomyosis.

A postnatal choir leader says professional dog walkers pay less to use the city's parks.

Reformer Pilates businesses in the UK rose nearly ten-fold between 2024 and 2025.

The outdoor area at Yarm Wellness will officially open to the public on Saturday.

The team aims to find out what it is about the Isle of Wight that makes people feel better.

What's the latest on Collagen?

The jab targets the H5N1 flu strain which has caused devastating infections in bird populations worldwide, but has yet to spread between humans.

Covid vaccines saved hundreds of thousands of lives, but a small minority harmed need better support, says report.

Immunisation saved hundreds of thousands of UK lives, but vaccine hesitancy remains an issue.

The fourth report from the inquiry into the pandemic said the vaccine roll-out was an "extraordinary feat".

An NHS close to collapse, patients failed and NHS staff put at risk - what you need to know.

Resident doctors in England have returned to work after the 15th walkout in a long-running dispute.

Some hospital trusts tell the BBC previous action has seen shorter waits, faster decisions and calmer corridors.

A round-up of stories from local newspapers and the BBC from the past week in the West of England.

The strike further delays Tom Lawson's gastric bypass surgery after a more than three-year wait.

Resident doctors in England – the new name for junior doctors – are taking part in their 15th walkout in a long-running pay dispute.

James Gallagher finds out how a hot flush feels - and delves into a new treatment.

James Gallagher is joined by experts to answer key questions on the meningitis outbreak.

James Gallagher examines the outbreak of bacterial meningitis in Kent.

James visits Hackney, which has one of the lowest vaccination rates in the country.

When conversation drifted into fantasy, one man grabbed a hammer and prepared for war.

Lucy Woodham answers your questions on the outbreak of hantavirus on board a cruise ship

The origin of the outbreak is still unknown, with the World Health Organisation saying investigations are "still under way".

When should we worry that our snoring might be the sign of a larger problem?

Anaemia and the new dementia link