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Women's frozen eggs 'should be stored for longer'
The 10-year limit for keeping a woman's frozen eggs is arbitrary and does not reflect current technology, campaigners say.
He Jiankui: China condemns 'baby gene editing' scientist
Investigators say He Jiankui sought "fame and fortune" with his claim to have edited baby genes.
Carter Cookson: Baby who needed new heart dies
His parents, who lost their first son in 2013, say Carter Cookson has "gained his angel wings".
Gosport hospital deaths: Evidence 'strong enough to bring charges'
More than 450 patients died after being prescribed painkillers at Gosport War Memorial Hospital.
Brexit: Concerns over medicines, EU workers and the poor
A report by Public Health Wales looks at the potential consequences of any form of Brexit.
British soldier sues Army over Q fever chronic fatigue
Wayne Bass claims his life has been ruined after catching the disease in Afghanistan.
The pain of Tourette's: 'I'm always covered in bruises'
Charity Tourettes Action has discovered that patients are facing long delays in diagnosis.
Two dead after pigeon dropping infection at hospital
An investigation is under way after patients contracted a fungal infection associated with pigeon droppings.
Differences in GP access across England 'shocking'
A BBC analysis suggests there is a shocking variation in access to GPs across England, doctors' leaders say.
Mental Health: Tougher checks before Superdrug Botox
The high street retailer will check mental health of customers before giving Botox or fillers.

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