Addictions don't have to be to drugs or alcohol. Behaviours as diverse as gambling, exercise and even work can all become addictive, a gambling studies expert says.

Having a home birth carries a slightly higher risk for babies of first-time mothers but there is no difference in safety for further deliveries, says a study.

A home birth carries a higher risk for the babies of first-time mothers, according to a landmark study published in the British Medical Journal.

Monique Van der Vorst, a paralympic cycling medallist describes how after being in an accident last year, she regained the use of her legs, having been paralysed for 13 years.

The TV chef Jamie Oliver says healthy school food standards are being eroded.

Dr Mark Griffiths has produced research that suggests people can become addicted to anything.

Prof Ray Stokes is researching links between the drug Thalidomide and the Nazis who he says helped develop it.

Hospital managers say Wednesday's public sector pensions strike means thousands of non-emergency operations will be postponed.