Death of Irish mother in ‘free birth’ reveals how poor maternity care is pushing women towards extreme influencers

Women in Ireland and the UK linked to Free Birth Society among scores around world to have suffered loss or serious harm after births

It’s entirely reasonable to be in awe of surgeons – but patients need someone they can talk to

Technical prowess must not come at the cost of good bedside manner – and being able to balance facts with empathy

The actor was convicted in 2023 leaving this a film maudit, and though he is convincing, it only draws uncomfortable parallels with his own life

Exclusive: Legislation would prohibit deferrable, irreversible procedures until child can give informed consent, bringing state in line with ACT

Moderate wine consumption may benefit your cardiac health, but foods such as grapes and berries offer similar advantages without the negative effects

Researchers now describe it as both historical phenomenon and public health model. Its success was remarkable

Men represent 50% of all infertility cases but poor understanding among GPs means it is often untreated

It is good that you are getting expert counselling, but seeking support from other solo mums might be helpful too

Here’s what you should know before getting an epidural – and why it might not provide full pain relief as expected

The fabric dye is popular in wellness circles, with a laundry list of claimed benefits – but it also carries serious risks