The scheme is part of World Breastfeeding Week, from 1 to 7 August, organisers say.
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There were 20 independent investigations or reviews between 2021 and 2025.
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Jack Tolley says he found it difficult to find supplies of the key medicines he needs.
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Theo became the first British baby to be operated on in the womb to correct complex gastroschisis, as part of a pioneering clinical trial.
Theo became the first British baby to be operated on in the womb to correct complex gastroschisis, as part of a pioneering clinical trial. -
It follows the UK's largest and fastest growing meningitis B outbreak to date in Kent earlier this year.
It follows the UK's largest and fastest growing meningitis B outbreak to date in Kent earlier this year. -
More women than ever are talking about the luteal phase on social media, but how does it actually affect you?
More women than ever are talking about the luteal phase on social media, but how does it actually affect you? -
Dr Xand van Tulleken and Professor Sunita Sar explore why we follow advice we suspect is bad for us.
Dr Xand van Tulleken and Professor Sunita Sar explore why we follow advice we suspect is bad for us. -
Just picked your holiday book? Our choices can subconsciously reveal important parts of our personality, studies show.
Just picked your holiday book? Our choices can subconsciously reveal important parts of our personality, studies show. -
"Tom the Young Farmer" tells BBC Radio Shropshire how it's important to check in on his friends.
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The UK is seeing a sharp rise in cases - 67 since April - with many of them among travellers returning from Mexico.
The UK is seeing a sharp rise in cases - 67 since April - with many of them among travellers returning from Mexico. -
Niamh Smyth and her husband Justyn have spent over a decade trying to start a family, undergoing four rounds of IVF, with three unsuccessful attempts and one pregnancy which ended in miscarriage.
Niamh Smyth and her husband Justyn have spent over a decade trying to start a family, undergoing four rounds of IVF, with three unsuccessful attempts and one pregnancy which ended in miscarriage. -
The psychological effect of a herpes diagnosis can be greater than the physical symptoms, experts say.
The psychological effect of a herpes diagnosis can be greater than the physical symptoms, experts say. -
Neon is on trend, but some make-up products pose a serious risk to your health. Here's what to check for, and how to dazzle.
Neon is on trend, but some make-up products pose a serious risk to your health. Here's what to check for, and how to dazzle. -
As Andy Burnham outlines his aim to overhaul social care, BBC News speaks to the families caring for loved ones.
As Andy Burnham outlines his aim to overhaul social care, BBC News speaks to the families caring for loved ones. -
The prime minister holds cross-party talks as he speeds up review of social care in England.
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In a speech, the PM is expected to say finding common ground across party lines will be key to fixing social care.
In a speech, the PM is expected to say finding common ground across party lines will be key to fixing social care. -
Ed Butler investigates one of Europe’s most wanted drug smugglers
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How understanding inflammation could transform treatments from cancer to Alzheimer’s.
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How understanding inflammation could transform treatments from cancer to Alzheimer’s.
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A group of Ballycastle teenagers are calling for Stormont to appoint a dedicated Women's Minister.
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Eimear, Pearse, Aoísha and Devyn from Ballycastle want to see a change in how women are protected in NI.
Eimear, Pearse, Aoísha and Devyn from Ballycastle want to see a change in how women are protected in NI. -
Eimear, Pearse, Aoísha and Devyn from Ballycastle want to see a change in how women are protected in NI.
Eimear, Pearse, Aoísha and Devyn from Ballycastle want to see a change in how women are protected in NI. -
We follow a lawyer and a nurse who are building this unprecedented case
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We follow a lawyer and a nurse who are building this unprecedented case
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Since October, the morning-after pill has been made available free-of-charge at high street pharmacies under a new scheme in England.
Since October, the morning-after pill has been made available free-of-charge at high street pharmacies under a new scheme in England. -
The prime minister says he would not want to leave office without bringing in "substantial change" to the social care system.
The prime minister says he would not want to leave office without bringing in "substantial change" to the social care system. -
In a letter to the PM, the Conservative leader offers to work with him on adult social care reform.
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A No 10 source says it is an attempt by the prime minister to show he is "hitting the ground running".
A No 10 source says it is an attempt by the prime minister to show he is "hitting the ground running". -
Ed Hunt, 37 and from the UK, voluteered after seeing news reports of the deadly Ebola outbreak in DR Congo.
Ed Hunt, 37 and from the UK, voluteered after seeing news reports of the deadly Ebola outbreak in DR Congo. -
Chelley Tulloch, a former RAF medic, is one of 48 female veterans to benefit from the groups' help.
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The Lampard Inquiry hears from experts about Oxevision technology.
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Extreme heat can take a toll on mental health - and young people and women are among the groups most at risk, according to one study.
Extreme heat can take a toll on mental health - and young people and women are among the groups most at risk, according to one study. -
Fampridine boosts nerve signals to make it easier to walk, with up to 5,000 eligible.
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Claims from a 15-year-old boy were set to go to trial next week in Los Angeles, but the case has now been dropped.
Claims from a 15-year-old boy were set to go to trial next week in Los Angeles, but the case has now been dropped. -
England is seeing a "worrying increase" in young women in their 20s developing type 2 diabetes.
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The parents of baby Macs fear he has days to live and say he urgently needs specialist equipment.
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Joe Marler tells BBC Sport's Alex Fletcher about the benefits of cycling.
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Jersey's government has spent more than £500,000 on its free period product scheme since 2022.
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The health worker was evacuated to the UK from the DR Congo after being potentially exposed to the virus.
The health worker was evacuated to the UK from the DR Congo after being potentially exposed to the virus. -
England is seeing "a worrying increase" in women in their 20s developing type 2 diabetes, say experts. Here's what to look out for.
England is seeing "a worrying increase" in women in their 20s developing type 2 diabetes, say experts. Here's what to look out for. -
Also, running during pregnancy and how to recover.
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Want to avoid battles over broccoli and squabbles over spinach? We've asked you for your advice on how to cope at mealtimes over the summer holidays.
Want to avoid battles over broccoli and squabbles over spinach? We've asked you for your advice on how to cope at mealtimes over the summer holidays. -
Mammalian meat allergy is a growing problem along Australia's east coast - and it's caused by tick bites.
Mammalian meat allergy is a growing problem along Australia's east coast - and it's caused by tick bites. -
Dr Chris and Dr Xand continue their conversation about AI medicine with Dr Emma Karoune.
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The parents of the four naturally conceived girls were taken by "immense surprise" with the pregnancy, the hospital said.
The parents of the four naturally conceived girls were taken by "immense surprise" with the pregnancy, the hospital said. -
The cause can be hidden or buried, says Dr Itamar Shatz, a lecturer at Cambridge University who is publishing a book on the subject this week.
The cause can be hidden or buried, says Dr Itamar Shatz, a lecturer at Cambridge University who is publishing a book on the subject this week. -
Anita Le Brun, the face of a campaign to allow for alcohol to be served at care homes without a licence, is celebrating its success.
Anita Le Brun, the face of a campaign to allow for alcohol to be served at care homes without a licence, is celebrating its success. -
Endometriosis wellbeing hubs are being called for by a Medway woman.
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Ravika is one of hundreds of women who are noticing early pregnancy signs through the data on their fitness trackers.
Ravika is one of hundreds of women who are noticing early pregnancy signs through the data on their fitness trackers. -
An operation left Donna Davies in constant pain but she only felt believed when her husband spoke up.
An operation left Donna Davies in constant pain but she only felt believed when her husband spoke up. - Loading more…
