Asbestos could still pose a risk to those doing DIY

The elderly are missing out on simple heart treatments that could prolong and improve their lives, a study suggests.

Scientists behind Team GB are working on genetic tests to understand why some athletes are prone to injury, BBC's Newsnight has learned.

A Harley street doctor exposed in a BBC London investigation encouraging nurses to order potentially dangerous Botox drugs in one person's name for use on another is suspended.

All children aged two to 17 are to be offered annual flu vaccinations, possibly within the next two years.

All children aged two to 17 will be offered annual flu vaccinations, possibly within the next two years.

GPs are cutting opening hours in England by stopping weekend and evening surgeries, a poll by Labour suggests.

Fewer than a third of adults and only one in 10 children are eating their recommended "five-a-day" of fruit and vegetables, government figures say.