Animal models for Alzheimer's research are outdated and a more human-based approach is needed, say animal welfare groups.

Scientists discover four common chronic pain conditions share a genetic element, suggesting they could be inherited diseases.

Warmer ambient temperatures and more water containers in gardens are bringing mosquitoes into UK cities and closer to people's homes, say scientists.

People in Wales needing bariatric surgery to help lose weight have to meet stricter criteria than patients in England, a report finds.

The Scottish government launches a competition aimed at improving standards of catering in the health service.

Saudi Arabia's acting health minister say his country will do more to tackle the Mers virus

Researchers have built a wirelessly powered pacemaker the size of a rice grain and used it to regulate a rabbit's heartbeat.