What is Ebola and why is stopping the latest outbreak so difficult?An outbreak of Ebola in DR Congo involves a rare species of the virus and is in an area affected by conflict.

Our son's 20 allergies are so complex he has to travel to the US for regular treatmentYann Jennings, 10, has allergies including seafood, cats and coconut, but can now eat some nuts daily.

Why you are never too old for therapyWe assume therapy belongs to youth, yet older people may be particularly likely to benefit from psychological support.

Top five-a-day foods new study says your heart needsNot all fruit and veg is equal for getting nutrients called flavanols, say researchers.

How Eriksen's heart device kicked into actionDenmark's team doctor said an ICD implanted into the footballer's chest responded as it should after he collapsed on Sunday.

New drug to stop 'Ozempic butt' muscle loss side effect of obesity jabsA third of the weight loss from obesity jabs can come from muscle, say experts.

Why men are so unhealthy - and what can be doneMen are more likely to die prematurely than women - and worse at seeking care when they need it.