New strains of the parasite that causes malaria are developing a resistance to the drug most widely used against the disease.

Drug treatments designed to help those with multiple sclerosis are being taken by only 40% of people eligible to take them, says an MS charity.

A ban on the display of cigarettes and other tobacco products in large shops in Scotland comes into force.

The family of a Fermanagh pensioner, waiting seven months for surgery on her broken arm, say they feel abandoned by the health service.

Immunisation against measles is being carried out in schools west of the main Swansea epidemic area for the first time.

A terminally ill Irish woman loses the latest legal challenge in her fight to win the right to take her own life, with the assistance of her partner.

Last year 67 care home businesses, which themselves could run several care homes in the UK went bust with the sector is showing signs of strain.