Doubt over ‘flat head syndrome’ fix

Use of costly helmets to 'cure' misshapen heads in babies is unnecessary and exploits parental anxiety, say UK doctors. By Hilary Osborne

Don’t criminalise young sex

Peter Tatchell: Like it or not, people under the age of 16 have sex – the current law of consent doesn't protect them, it persecutes them

Bespoke helmets costing £2,000 are being promoted to cure flat head syndrome in babies. But the medical evidence surrounding their use is contentious

Bad habits 'could lead to bowel disease in later life' says World Cancer Research Fund

Ann Robinson: The government has to show it is doing all it can to contain swine flu, but healthy kids don't usually need antiviral treatment

Oxford University researchers say side-effects of Tamiflu and Relenza outweigh any benefits for young children

Swine flu drugs can have side-effects that outweigh benefits, studies show

Nicholas Lezard: With sales of condoms down, and of pregnancy supplements up, will the birth rate soar despite the dire financial situation?

Nausea, insomnia and nightmares reported after taking antiviral drug for swine flu, study finds

Flu pandemic guidance for schools, nurseries and childminders warns against children sharing toys and crayons