Hospitals ‘failing’ mothers who want to breastfeed

Huge differences in the amount of support new mothers receive when they start breastfeeding are to be revealed in a study this week. It shows the north of England as far more 'baby-friendly' than the south, writes Jo Revill.

New report slams NHS managers for ‘hazardous’ maternity care

Health chief's damning assessment of maternity units backs Observer findings on cleanliness, safety and care.

Dental treatment costs halved

Patients will no longer be told to go for twice-yearly check-ups.

Hope that youngsters will be inspired

Improved facilities for pupils and psychological lift of decision will help fight growing levels of childhood obesity, experts say.

Private health deal sweeteners face axe

Patricia Hewitt, the health secretary, promised today to phase out the sweeteners enjoyed by private sector health corporations treating patients from the NHS waiting list.

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Hospitals ‘failing’ mothers who want to breastfeed

New report slams NHS managers for ‘hazardous’ maternity care

Dental treatment costs halved

Hope that youngsters will be inspired

Private health deal sweeteners face axe