NHS computer issues linked to patient harm
IT failures have been linked to the deaths of three patients and more than 100 cases of serious harm. Read More
Antidepressant withdrawal affects one in six people
One in six people have symptoms stopping antidepressants – fewer than previously thought, a review suggests. Read More
Major cause of inflammatory bowel disease found
Scientists have found a weak spot in our DNA that is present in 95% of people with the disease. Read More
Gonorrhoea cases reach record high in England
Syphilis, meanwhile, rose 9.4% last year, with more heterosexual men and women becoming infected. Read More
Corridor care is unacceptable, says nursing union
Many people are being treated in places not designed for patients, the Royal College of Nursing says. Read More
New blood test ‘can predict’ breast cancer return
The test can find traces of a tumour’s DNA before a full relapse, allowing treatment to start early, experts say. Read More
Melanoma skin cancer cases rising in UK
The biggest increase is among the over 80s, with a marked rise in cases in adults aged 25-49. Read More
Tories pledge new GP surgeries in community care boost
The party says allowing pharmacies to treat more conditions will also free up GP appointments. Read More
At-home saliva test may catch deadly prostate cancers
Research suggests cheap and simple spit tests may be better at catching the disease than blood tests. Read More
‘By the time my pension’s sorted, will I be here?’
A former police officer fears she may not live to see the pension boost she has been promised. Read More