Treating stroke survivors for a heartbeat problem called atrial fibrillation might prevent many patients from going on to develop dementia, say experts.

A 20mph limit 'mandatory' for residential areas

The world's first tissue-engineered urethras, grown in the lab using patients' own cells, have been hailed a success by medical experts.

Scientists say they have found a mechanism which may explain why a poor diet during pregnancy can increase the risk of offspring developing diabetes.

Leading food manufacturer are changing their packaging because of health concerns about boxes made from recycled cardboard, the BBC has learned.

Former Scotland footballer Colin Hendry describes his wife Denise as "beautiful inside and out" at the inquest into her death.

US charity Project Prevention says it has paid 26 female drug addicts in Britain to have contraceptive implants or coils fitted.

Scientists say they can tell from a person's toenail clippings how likely they are to develop lung cancer