Investigations into baby deaths often inadequate, says study

Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists says reviews often exclude parents and are of poor quality

NHS refusal to fund HIV prevention treatment is shameful, say charities

PrEP, which can reduce risk of HIV infection by up to 86%, falls outside health service remit, says NHS England

Surge in teenagers self-poisoning renews mental health concerns

Almost two in three poisonings are intentional – up 50% in past 20 years – with young women most affected, data shows

We saw magic mushrooms lift long-term depression. It’s time for a change of perception

After 50 years in the wilderness, psychedelic drugs such as psilocybin, found in mushrooms, deserve to be examined for their potential in treating illness such as depression

Fifteen babies a day in UK are stillborn or die within month of birth

Report flags up urgent need for research into stark variations across country as charity calls government funding ‘woefully inadequate’

When’sa your Dolmio day? ‘Occasionally’, new labels to say

Mars Food’s pasta products, high in sugar and fat, to carry label advising shoppers that food is not for everyday consumption

Something in the water: is fluoride actually good for cities?

Newcastle adds fluoride to drinking water. Hull does not. More than 50 years since it became a default health intervention, why does the debate rage more fiercely than ever?

NHS England stalls plans for HIV prevention method known as PrEP

Consultation on Truvada will now be shelved, in move sexual health charities have described as ‘shameful’ and ‘failing those at risk’ of HIV

Benefit cuts threaten independent living for thousands of disabled people

Budget announcements by George Osborne set to be ‘last straw’ for many who fear heavy impact from tighter assessments and benefit cuts

Childhood obesity strategy delayed further, government admits

Campaigners say delay in publication is ‘unforgivable’ and fear tax on sugary drinks will be rejected