Rapid care 'cuts baby's HIV risk' Rapid drug treatment of babies with HIV dramatically cuts their risk of death and debilitating disease, research shows.
Heavy drinkers 'lie to doctors' Almost two in five people who drink to excess lie to their doctor about how much alcohol they really consume, says a survey.
Key NHS reform 'delivered little' A flagship NHS reform aimed at developing more innovative community services has delivered little, a report says.
Windpipe transplant breakthrough Surgeons in Spain claim a major breakthrough by giving a woman a new windpipe with tissue grown from her own stem cells.
Deal reached on NHS drug prices The government has struck a deal on the cost of drugs which should save the NHS in the UK £400m a year.
Nurses warn over needle injuries Nurses are calling for safer needles to be used after a poll suggested nearly half have been accidentally jabbed.
Lung disease diagnosis confusion Most GPs have difficulty differentiating chronic severe lung disease from asthma, a survey finds.
C.diff 'a factor in more deaths' C.difficile infection is a greater contributory factor to deaths in Scottish hospitals than currently recorded, an expert warns.
Technology to eradicate malaria Emerging technologies could boost supplies of essential plant-based drugs to combat and ultimately help eradicate malaria, says a report.
What a way to go. British toilet habits revealed Reading, chatting and texting are among the favourite activities of Britons on the toilet, a survey suggests.
Hidden dangers How seagulls may contaminate your kitchen
Not so easy How airline almost stopped windpipe transplant
United in grief The families of Clostridium difficile victims speak out
Left the gas on? We all worry, but when does it become an illness?
Medical notes A comprehensive guide to clinical conditions
From BBC Health Looking for signs of heart disease
Baby P doctor 'deeply affected' A doctor accused of failing to spot Baby P's injuries during an examination says she has been "deeply affected" by his death.
Anthrax found on teacher's drums A teacher tells an anthrax death inquiry she had not "thought deeply" about the risks of importing drums.
Drug-resistant ward bug concern Hospitals need to be vigilant against an emerging drug-resistant bacterium, warn infection control experts.
Pupils targeted in superbug fight Schools are being urged to teach pupils about infection control as experts step up the fight against superbugs.
Computer virus affects hospitals Three London hospitals are forced to shut down their computer systems because of a computer virus.
Motor neurone disease clue found Scientists have identified a molecule which could be key to understanding the cause of motor neurone disease.
Presumed consent 'not ruled out' The PM says he is not ruling out a law change on organ donation, despite experts rejecting the idea of "presumed consent".
GP denies killing allergy patient A former Devon GP charged with killing an elderly patient denies she knew he was allergic to penicillin.
Micro needles aid bionic advances Scientists are developing microscopic needles which could help amputees move artificial limbs with brain power.
'Dungeon' hospital condemned Conditions at the Royal Maternity are described as "appalling" but the health minister says there is no money for a new hospital.
Periods of healthy old age 'vary' The health of older people varies widely across Europe, even in those with longer life expectancies, a report claims.
Heart disease and stroke
Cancer: The facts The disease tends to affect older people - but can strike at any time.
Pregnancy timeline A week by week guide to pregnancy taking in how the baby develops, changes to the mother and key scan dates.