Lard has long been given a bad name, but it turns out it may not be as bad as other fats.

Turned away for being minutes late to her appointment, a little girl in Wales has died.

Dental therapist went into labour on day the application to renew her certificate was due.

Father missed the entrance to the Women's Hospital where the midwife was waiting.

The woman's doctor failed to spot the pneumothorax on her X-ray.

Change to legal requirement has had an effect - but it's not enough, says researcher.

From buttery toast to noise-cancelling headphones and a slice of nostalgia.

'Discriminatory' system means mental health patients can wait 24 hours for a bed.

Do you constantly lose your keys? Here are some tips on how to keep track of your stuff.

Stomach bug cases increased as the country faced its hottest month in 150 years.

OPINION: There's a lot more to going raw than eating a date and coconut cheesecake.

Kate Montgomery was devastated to have an ileostomy. Now she's living life to the full.

Experts say simply washing them in the sink won't do trick.

Could you be at risk from a heart attack or stroke when taking painkillers?

From fruit tea to brushing after breakfast.

Here's what really goes on inside a McDonald's restaurant.

Simon Wilson has discovered he has prostate cancer. Here's part one of his diary.

The McCaws are poster children for active lifestyles - but should they give health advice?

Lee Suckling looks at what's really in hot chips and why they shouldn't be called food.

They may be 11 but they're making a big difference for people with heart disease.

New research suggests a glass of wine could help cure more than just your bad day.

'The fact they are telling children at such a young age they are obese is a disgrace.'

Nutritionist Susie Burrell explains the complicated calculation.

Told she would die before her daughter grew up, Ali began an incredible transformation.

Are you a fan of Creme Eggs? You may want to curb your enthusiasm after reading this.

Trying to rid your home of bacteria is a waste of time, says scientist.

Avoiding traditional cancer treatments she turned to juicing, raw fruits and vegetables.

Kyle MacDonald asks: Are the individuals who carry out these deeds mad, or just bad?

New research has debunked popular diet trends.

The injectable acid "burst[s] fat cells like little balloons".