Health officials say rates of vaccination against measles in the UK and US are worryingly low among the Somali community because many still believe the MMR vaccine is linked to autism.

The number of British women under 50 having breast cancer diagnosed has reached 10,000 annually for the first time.

Scientists in the US take a step forward in their ability to mimic the sense of touch, developing highly touch-sensitive transistors.

There is no added risk of death for children admitted to intensive care as emergencies out of normal hours, a study has found.

The choice to opt out of vaccinations is a luxury, a world expert says

The suicide rate among middle-aged Americans has risen 28% in a decade, with white people and American Indians most affected.

Only 52% of NHS staff in Wales would be happy with the standard of care provided by the health service if a friend or relative needed treatment, a survey shows.

A court judgement is expected later on the legality of the Scottish government's plans to introduce minimum pricing per unit of alcohol.