‘People take it for granted, but I never do’

Helen Miller's baby Max is the precious result of almost a decade of trying to conceive. Now a thriving six-month-old, he is living proof of the difference that just one more chance at IVF can make to childless couples.

Gross error fattened obesity figure

The Department of Health issued an apology yesterday for statistical howlers which made it seem 900,000 obese people were on incapacity benefit, claiming a total of £71m a week.

Apology for excess obesity figures

The government today apologised for a gargantuan error on obesity figures, admitting that contrary to its claim earlier this week that there were 900,000 obese incapacity benefit claimants, in fact there are only 900.

Fat tax on burgers proposed

Burgers, cheese, crisps and whole milk could be hit by a 'fat tax' under Downing Street proposals to tackle obesity.

Hungry for change

At the BBC, Niall Dickson reported for many years on health policy in the making. But now, he tells Raekha Prasad, it's time to make some himself at the King's Fund.

Free fruit for poor children

About 800,000 parents in poorer families will get free fruit and vegetables through a voucher system announced yesterday by the health secretary.