The DVLA has issued an urgent warning to UK drivers with medical conditions. Failing to declare issues like sleep apnoea, epilepsy, or diabetes could lead to a £1,000 fine and prosecution. Discover the full list of notifiable conditions and how to declare
A revolutionary AI system developed by UK researchers can now forecast an individual's genetic risk for over 1000 conditions, transforming preventive healthcare and early diagnosis.
Acclaimed actress Molly Parker leads a powerful new medical thriller exploring memory, identity and redemption when a brilliant doctor wakes up with no past. Premiering tonight on Channel 5.
Former chief scientific adviser Sir Patrick Vallance warns that dwindling investment in medical research and innovation threatens the future of the NHS and patient care. Discover the urgent call for action.
Exclusive details emerge about Sir Elton John's extraordinary knee replacement surgery, involving a bizarre medical device that left the music icon in agony. The Rocket Man's painful recovery and his doctor's unconventional methods are finally disclosed.
A leading transplant surgeon has ignited a medical ethics firestorm by alleging a Missouri hospital attempted to harvest organs from a patient who was not legally dead. The bombshell claim raises grave concerns over donor protocols and patient safety.
A tribute to the life and legacy of renowned Scottish surgeon and former Chief Medical Officer Sir Kenneth Calman, whose reforms shaped modern UK public health.
Groundbreaking new eye drops developed by scientists could soon free millions from the hassle of reading glasses, offering a simple solution for age-related vision decline.
The Guardian's 2025 league table for UK Medicine degrees is out, showcasing a dramatic reshuffle. Discover which universities are rising stars, which are falling behind, and get the complete breakdown on graduate prospects, student satisfaction, and teach
Exclusive Guardian analysis unveils the UK's best universities for Anatomy & Physiology degrees. Discover which institutions soared and which tumbled in the 2025 league table, with surprising changes at the very top.
Exclusive DVLA guidance reveals drivers must report temporary medical conditions or face severe penalties. Learn which common ailments require immediate declaration.
A British woman who lost her entire forehead to a rare cancer has had it successfully rebuilt in a world-first surgery. Discover her incredible journey and the medical marvel that gave her a second chance.
Frédéric Péchier, a French anaesthetist, stands trial in Besançon, accused of intentionally poisoning patients to create medical emergencies where he could then play the hero.
The NHS is launching a groundbreaking drone delivery service to transport defibrillators to cardiac arrest victims within minutes, dramatically improving survival rates across the UK.
A routine hospital visit in the UK uncovers a decades-old medical blunder as doctors find a clinical thermometer mysteriously lodged inside a patient. The bizarre case raises serious questions about patient safety and historical medical practices.
A team of surgeons in Minnesota successfully reattached a man's severed hand following a gruesome accident at a Catholic church, in a groundbreaking 15-hour microsurgery procedure.
Groundbreaking research presented at Madrid's cardiology conference reveals a new AI-powered heart scan that detects hidden conditions years earlier, potentially saving thousands of lives annually through early intervention.
Renowned consultant gynaecologist Dr Miranda Robinson has been suspended from the medical register and ordered to complete further training after a tribunal found deficiencies in her professional performance. The case has sent shockwaves through the UK me
Groundbreaking research from the UK reveals a specific brain cell that controls hunger impulses, paving the way for revolutionary obesity prevention and treatment strategies that could transform public health.
Discover how Tanzania is training an elite squad of giant rats and dogs to detect diseases like tuberculosis and COVID-19 with astonishing accuracy, revolutionising public health in Africa.
A routine CT scan in Melbourne, Florida, uncovered a medical marvel: a man's skull seamlessly repaired with a custom 3D-printed plate, showcasing a revolutionary surgical technique.
Uganda has inaugurated Africa's first major mRNA vaccine facility, a historic step towards medical self-reliance, combating diseases from COVID-19 to HIV, and reducing the continent's dependency on foreign pharmaceuticals.
In a remarkable act of NHS collaboration, South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust donates a vital CT scanner to St Benedict's Hospice in Sunderland, drastically cutting end-of-life care waiting times and setting a new standard for community hea
Exclusive: A UK man's shocking experience with ChatGPT's medical advice raises serious concerns about AI safety and the future of healthcare guidance. Experts warn against relying on AI for critical health decisions.
Groundbreaking AI technology developed in Glasgow can now predict long-term arm recovery in stroke patients, revolutionising rehabilitation and treatment planning across the NHS.
A groundbreaking artificial intelligence system is being rolled out across NHS stroke units, dramatically improving patient outcomes by tripling recovery rates and significantly reducing life-altering disabilities.
A groundbreaking AI tool developed by British researchers can now analyse heart scans in just 20 seconds, dramatically accelerating diagnosis and potentially saving thousands of lives across the UK.
New evidence casts doubt on Cabinet minister Kemi Badenoch's claim that she turned down a US medical school place for UK politics, raising questions over her account.
Exclusive insight into how AI physicians could solve the NHS crisis, reduce waiting times, and provide 24/7 medical expertise. Discover why leading experts believe artificial intelligence may become your first point of medical contact.
Exclusive investigation reveals how a conman posing as an NHS surgeon performed catastrophic spinal operations, leaving dozens of patients in permanent agony and facing life-altering injuries.