A prostate cancer test, which predicts how aggressive a tumour is, could spare men unnecessary operations, researchers suggest.

A computer programme could help busy GPs spot patients who might have cancer, say UK experts.

The head of one of Wales' largest health boards appears before assembly members to explain a decision that puts hundreds of jobs at risk.

The government must do more to stop junior doctors from leaving Northern Ireland to work abroad, the British Medical Association says.

Doctors at a hospital signed a "do not resuscitate" order on a patient without informing her or her family, it is revealed.

Sir Bruce Keogh, NHS England's medical director explains how A&E departments will function over the winter period.

About 1,300 scheduled operations and 40,000 outpatient hospital appointments are missed every year at Cornwall's main hospitals trust, managers say.

It is said to offer a performance-enhancing pick-me-up for crucial Commons tests of mettle... or chemical consolation for those found wanting. But do MPs still need their supply of snuff?