The government is urged to promote the concept of a "healthy weight" to guard against malnutrition as well as obesity.

President Obama urges Republicans and Democrats to focus on agreements not arguments in a health summit.

Extracts of a fruit grown on tropical vines appears to have breast cancer blocking powers, say researchers.

New guidelines on whether people face prosecution for assisting suicide place closer scrutiny on a suspect's motivation.

What does the law say and will it change?

The health sector has exceeded its aim to recruit 5,000 public sector apprentices, Health Secretary Andy Burnham announced today.

Many soups sold in cafes and supermarkets may not offer the healthy option customers are seeking, a pressure group warns.

People across the country are being urged to help make a real difference to the lives of older and disabled people, as the first national Dignity Action Day is held today

Prime Minister apologises to child migrants

Single or unhappily married men have a higher risk of fatal stroke, according to researchers.

Healthcare summit promises plenty of political theatre

A mother has given birth to a second child after a pioneering ovarian transplant operation restored her fertility.

Patients were left "sobbing and humiliated" by uncaring staff, an inquiry into Mid Staffordshire NHS Trust says.

Leading voices from dementia research will meet for the first time today

Older people needing care and support will benefit from new and refreshed local housing strategies

Teenage pregnancies in England and Wales have fallen by 4%, statistics show but a target to halve rates is set to be missed.

In this week's health opinion column Scrubbing Up, medical law expert Dr Anthea Martin says that not all patient internet research is 'cyberchondria'.

The law and duties covering social care provided by councils in England and Wales need simplifying, experts say.

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