The 100,000 most frail patients in England will be identified and given a named GP to coordinate their care.

Patients, carers and relatives should be able to raise concerns over NHS care 24 hours a day, suggests Health Ombudsman Julie Mellor.

Mothers carrying babies skin-to-skin could significantly cut global death and disability rates from premature birth, a leading expert says.

The NHS in Dorset is funding surf lessons in the hope they help boost young people's self-esteem.

Female cosmetic genital surgery should not be carried out by the NHS or on girls under the age of 18, experts say.

GPs in England will no longer have to offer appointments lasting at least 10 minutes under changes agreed with the government.

How the size of a baby's footprint can be used to spot premature babies in low-income countries

Diluted household bleach may be able to treat some skin diseases caused by an out-of-control immune system, research suggests.