Scientists grow living muscle in the lab that heals by itself - a significant step in tissue engineering.

The NHS is facing the biggest challenge in its history because of the squeeze on its budget, says its new boss on his first day in the job.

Eating seven or more portions of fruit and vegetables every day, rather than the five currently recommended, could significantly cut the risk of death, researchers say.

An ex-Labour health minister suggests people in England pay a £10 monthly membership charge to use NHS services.

Cuts to animal health surveillance mean Britain is at a much greater risk of outbreaks of devastating diseases such as "mad cow disease", experts say.

Cuts to animal health surveillance mean Britain is at a much greater risk of outbreaks of devastating diseases such as BSE, warn experts.

A Japanese committee investigating problems with a supposedly groundbreaking stem cell study has found the lead researcher guilty of scientific misconduct.

Psychologist Tanya Byron investigates whether it is possible to become addicted to computer games and social networks.