Three babies died from whooping cough in October as one of the worst outbreaks in decades continues, figures for England and Wales show.

A patient's own blood has been used to make personalised stem cells, which doctors hope can be used to treat a range of diseases.

A health watchdog says it cannot give its approval for wide-ranging NHS changes in north Wales, as it did not think they were in the interest of patients.

The pressure of looking after children while caring for elderly relatives is taking its toll on all aspects of family life, a survey suggests.

The first person to undergo a pioneering medical technique aimed at improving the life expectancy of patients with heart failure is making good progress.

The fertility clinic responsible for the world's first test tube baby is celebrating the arrival of its 1000th IVF NHS baby.

A fifth person has died from a new respiratory illness similar to the Sars virus, according to the World Health Organization.