Genetic influence explains almost 60% of the variation in GCSE exam results, twin studies suggest.

All patients in a coma or vegetative state should have access to specialist care, according to new guidelines.

Mental health trusts In England have had their funding cut by more than 2% in real terms over the past two years, figures show.

Inspectors reveal a catalogue of failings at some GP practices in England with drugs stored incorrectly and rooms so dirty they had maggots.

A new review of "legal highs" could lead to sweeping changes to UK drug legislation, the Home Office says.

The doctor-patient relationship can be a close - but can it extend to social media?

No Scottish health board has met a new government target for all outpatients to receive their first appointment within 12 weeks of referral.

A hospital chief executive was told of data manipulation claims in 2011, the BBC discovers.