Cut and bulk: Teenagers explain why they want to get ripped
The quest for brick-like abs has become serious business – even if you’re only in Year 8. Read More
Fertility clinics must stop unproven treatments, watchdog warns
The draft guidance advises against many popular but unproven fertility add-ons offered by clinics. Read More
Struggling with brain fog? Here’s how to fix it
It’s common to become forgetful or mentally sluggish but there are easy ways to cut through the haze. Read More
Children and teenagers share impact of pandemic in new report
Children describe positive memories of family time, as well as the darker side of pandemic life online. Read More
Alzheimer’s blood test could ‘revolutionise’ diagnosis
Scientists leading the trial at University College London believe the blood test could improve the accuracy of diagnosis of the disease to more than 90%. Read More
Cost of children’s homes doubles but care can be poor, says report
Huge sums spent on children’s residential care in England do not represent value for money, says spending watchdog. Read More
Best and worst-performing NHS Trusts in England named
Critics question the usability of new league tables meant to inform the public and let them exercise choice. Read More
Deodorant firm sorry after ‘itchy, burning armpits’ claims
Mitchum said a change in the manufacturing process had affected some of its roll-on products after users complained of soreness. Read More
Doctors warn hospitals under pressure as NHS waiting lists rise
The waiting list for planned hospital treatment in England rose for the second month in a row in July to its highest level since March. Read More
Error leaves 55,000 diabetes patients needing new tests
Errors by diabetes analysis machines mean at least 55,000 people in England will need further hospital tests. Read More