Faced with the toughest two years of my life, I turned to Islam to give me strength and patience
After being forced to flee my home and leave my family behind, it has been my faith, passed on to me by my late father, that has got me through
Gonorrhoea found to be on rise in nearly every council area in England and Wales
Increase in syphilis also recorded in most council areas as sexual health services face greater demand, says LGA report
Caroline Richmond obituary
Skilled medical journalist with a gift for demystifying evidence who was also an admired obituarist of doctors and scientists
When my doctor couldn’t save my pregnancy, he did the next best thing
In my darkest hour, my obstetrician used his moral compass in a way that has since shaped my entire approach to patient care
How We Break: Navigating the Wear and Tear of Living by Vincent Deary review – the ways in which we’re undone
The psychologist and researcher’s persuasive inquiry into how life’s struggles take their toll is full of hard-won wisdom
Blood: The Science, Medicine and Mythology of Menstruation by Dr Jen Gunter – why periods are ‘a muddled burden’
The outspoken Canadian gynaecologist’s compelling scientific study cuts through misinformation, myth and worse with clarity and wit in this study of the menstrual cycle
Dr Karan is an online health sensation – but his videos are aimed at making us happier
Look after your body, and your body will soothe your mind
Children living near green spaces ‘have stronger bones’
Bone strength is set in childhood so better park access could prevent fractures in older people, study finds
Society preaches kindness – unless you’re fat. Why is fatphobia still on the rise?
It shouldn’t be controversial to expect equal treatment in education, employment and healthcare – whatever the size of your body, says author and philosopher Kate Manne
Change the lights! Start napping! 27 ways to boost your mood for the New Year
Ooooof… January isn’t easy! Energy levels are rock bottom – but fear not. Here’s how to give yourself a factory reset to boost your lust for life