AI designs antibiotics for gonorrhoea and MRSA superbugs
Two new potential drugs have been designed by AI to kill drug-resistant bacteria, in a major Massachusetts Institute of Technology study. Read More
Hospital treatments failing to meet demand, say experts
A small rise in the NHS backlog prompts questions about how well ministers are doing on improving waits. Read More
Families fear maternity review lacks independence as chair named
The other members of the panel have not been named, amid concerns about independence of those proposed. Read More
UK cases of mosquito-borne virus more than double
More than 70 cases of the chikungunya virus were reported in the UK in the first six months of this year. Read More
ADHD drugs have wider life benefits, study suggests
A study has linked ADHD drugs to reduced substance misuse, suicide, transport accidents and criminality. Read More
The deadly cancers left behind by 50 years of success
Half of people with cancer survive but lack of progress for some forms of disease is worrying experts. Read More
Driving theory test to include CPR first aid questions
Experts hope to boost cardiac arrest survival rates, with 2.4 million people sitting the test each year. Read More
Cats develop dementia in a similar way to humans
Scientists in Edinburgh believe the discovery could help their research into new treatments for Alzheimer’s. Read More
When is it too hot to walk your dog?
How to make sure your pets are cool and comfortable during periods of hot weather. Read More
Men being over-treated for prostate cancer, says charity
More low-risk cancers could be monitored rather than treated, avoiding significant side effects, says a charity. Read More