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Low-price deals in UK mean consumers are eating less-nourishing food more frequently, say experts

The wellness project claims to help users make ‘smarter food choices’ based on ‘world-leading science’. But many scientists claim its fee-based ser...

Local health director says cryptosporidium in Brixham ‘more or less dealt with’ but new cases likely because of delayed symptoms

Children crying out for stability are paying the highest price for Britain’s chaotic and exploitative residential care, says the Guardian columnist...

The ‘blood friends’ share stories and medical advice to help one another feel unburdened by their experiences

Editorial: Patients are already dying as wonder drugs lose their effectiveness. International action is urgently needed

Exclusive: Experts call for higher taxes and tougher regulation as research shows cost to NHS, other public services and economy

Letters: Medical professionals and women who had bad experiences themselves respond to the findings of the birth trauma report

Many couples find it hard to open up about their intimate lives, but these tips can guide the way.

Residents told cases could continue for up to two weeks as businesses hit by cancellations ahead of half-term

Mindfulness is said to help everything from anxiety to overeating. But how does it work? Experts separate fact from fiction

Telling patients I can’t get their life-saving medication is awful. The government must act to prevent a real tragedy, says pharmacist Mike Hewitson