Bradford takes on its infant death demons

A new report by the local strategic partnership has identified teenage motherhood, smoking, alcohol and drug use, lack of nutrition, health information failure and genetic conditions as the key factors in Bradford's higher than average number of infant deaths.

Snip that saves lives

A study shows that male circumcision can halve the risk of HIV, Sarah Boseley reports. But experts are warning that it is vital that people don't become complacent and continue to protect themselves when having sex

Malaria could fuel spread of HIV

Malaria infections could be fuelling the spread of HIV in sub-Saharan Africa, scientists have warned.

Inquiry launched into maternity ward deaths

· Fear over risks for women from poorer backgrounds· Charities warn review may cut choices on childbirth

Listen to the mother who wishes that her son had died at birth

Polly Toynbee: An informed decision to let life go may be more humane than saving a severely ill baby without considering its future.

The worm that turned on Ghana

Plans to eradicate a very nasty disease that should have been vanquished long ago have suffered a major setback, writes Sarah Left.

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