A campaign is calling for new blood donors in England and Wales following a 40% drop in fresh volunteers in the past decade.

There is no evidence that eating the placenta after childbirth can protect women against depression and boost energy, US research suggests.

A South Korean doctor disobeyed an order to stay away from the public after contracting Middle East Respiratory Syndrome from a patient, it has emerged.

A US government panel recommends approval for a drug treating low female libido, providing patients are warned of possible strong side effects.

A boy who was born without ears is given the all-clear to wear sunglasses for the first time after a successful operation.

A whistle-blower at a failing mental health trust - the first in England ever to be placed in special measures - says staff are still firefighting to keep patients safe.