Patients are getting "precious little" from the £7bn NHS electronic care records system in England, a watchdog says.

NHS hospitals are failing to provide adequate care for elderly people who have suffered falls and fractures, an audit in England, Wales and Northern Ireland finds.

People suffering from serious mental illnesses like schizophrenia or bipolar disorder have a life expectancy that can be 10 to 15 years lower than the UK average.

Nick Clegg will oppose the idea of a regulator to promote competition in the NHS, in direct opposition to Health Secretary Andrew Lansley.

Scientists believe they are a step closer to being able to read people's minds after decoding human brainwaves.

Countries must face up to the challenge of caring for ageing populations, according to the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development.

Health minister Simon Burns: Nick Clegg's views "will be part of the process of gathering ideas to see how we can strengthen the bill."

Elective amputee Patrick shows what he can do with his bionic hand and test a new hand with additional wrist movement.