Tiny tech sparks cell signal find

Tiny metal particles have been shown to cause damage to DNA across a cellular barrier - without having to cross it.

Parties clash over state of NHS

The Conservatives have clashed with the government over a report into the state of the NHS.

Tackle work stress, bosses told

Employers need to pay more attention to the levels of stress and anxiety in the workplace, key NHS advisers say.

Tributes paid to TB cure doctor

The man who pioneered life-saving treatment for tuberculosis sufferers dies in Edinburgh at the age of 97.

Nutt vows to set up new drug body

The drugs adviser controversially sacked by the government has vowed to establish a new scientific committee if the current advisory body disbands.

Sex jokes

Vietnamese use humour to discuss a taboo subject

Botulism baby serious in hospital

A baby from Fife is being treated in an Edinburgh hospital after contracting the rare paralytic illness, botulism.

NHS told to avoid mass job cuts

NHS bosses warn the health service cannot absorb mass redundancies - even if cuts are inevitable.

Breast cancer changes with spread

A study says nearly 40% of breast cancer tumours change form when they spread - raising concerns over treatment.

Call to improve sick-baby units

New standards for the care of sick babies have been published in an attempt to improve services in England.