Aspirin: the world’s humble true wonder drug

Costing less than a penny, an everyday small white pill has been shown by researchers to offer real defence against many forms of cancer

Alzheimer’s may result from slow clearance of amyloid protein in brain

Brains that are inefficient at removing amyloid protein may be more susceptible to Alzheimer's disease, research suggests

MS could be reversed by activating stem cells in brain, new study suggests

Stem cells have been stimulated to regenerate the myelin sheath that is damaged in multiple sclerosis (MS)

Professor Ian Shanks: ‘It’s nice to have been able to help tens of millions of people around the world in controlling their diabetes’

With the aid of a toy microscope, Professor Ian Shanks came up with an idea that has improved the lives of millions and spawned an $80bn industry. Now he is battling Unilever for his fair share

What your fingers say about you

Did you know the length of your ring finger could indicate whether or not you are fertile, prone to prostate cancer or, if you are a women, likely to be a lesbian?

Fruit and vegetables do not reduce overall cancer risk, review concludes

Reducing smoking and alcohol consumption is a far better way to avoid cancer, decade of research shows

Fruit and veg consumption and cancer

Story tracker: A review of research suggests eating more fruit and vegetables will not protect you against cancer. Is this the last word on the issue?

Neural stem cells injected into the brain of a stroke patient in world first

Researchers hope the brain stem cells will stimulate the growth of new neurons and reduce inflammation caused by the stroke

Children with autism have distinctive patterns of brain activity

Researchers say they have identified a unique 'signature' of autism in the brains of children with the condition

Cosmetic surgeon may be sued for daring to question ‘Boob Job’ cream

Dalia Nield is under threat of libel action after saying it was 'highly unlikely' Boob Job cream could increase breast size