Much of interest here, especially: "In 1988, when the global campaign was launched to end polio, there were 350,000 new cases each year. Last year, there were 37."

One more case of polio confirmed in Afghanistan - but eradication is close.

Glad to be involved with global eradication.

Live long by exercising brain and body.

On surgery and bereavement.

The headline says it all.

Excuse me, I'm just going out for a bit.

A really shocking conclusion.

Moving story of families and mental health.

A cautionary tale.

Yeah, I know...

A little extra can be good for you.

This is probably a good thing.

o god yes

Phenylephedrine useless?

Some are, some aren't.

Headline a little alarmist. But still - Aaargh!

Sorry, can you say that again? I must have nodded off.

"every major car manufacturer is selling diesel cars that fail to meet EU air pollution limits".

Pat Cadigan on what palliative care means.

Hooray!

How to live long through diet (no kale salad).

What's your gut feeling?

Andy's story.

Short answer: yes.

Well put.

Facts and figures.

Child mortality has almost halved since 1990 - in absolute terms.

Answer: probably not.

Dealing with illness.