The US could be vastly different a year from now. Here’s how

If Donald Trump and his cabinet picks have their way, our country could be quite changed at this time next year

Self-help works for us as individuals – but as a society we’re failing

We have spent decades seeking self-improvement but the price has been loss of tolerance and empathy

Prostate cancer laser treatment could be a gamechanger for men

A drug that can kill cancerous cells without the side-effects of radical surgery is causing massive excitement for good reason

Sedentary lifestyles: the hidden factor in the social care crisis

Taking exercise is a ‘miracle pill’ that can save us from physical and mental ill health in old age. So why are politicians so reluctant to promote it?

Council cuts hitting women’s contraceptive services, data shows

Advisory Group on Contraception warns that reducing sexual health services could lead to a rise in unintended pregnancies and abortions

Do we need vegan-friendly fivers? Catch up on our live look at the week

From a Richmond by-election to Trump and more, join us below the line to discuss the week’s news and comment articles with us in real-time

Tesco cuts sugar in own-brand drinks to avoid sugar tax

Government hails supermarket’s move to reformulate all of its own-label soft drinks, saying it shows pressure is working

There’s a big difference between those who realise they’re winging it, and those who don’t

The most obvious case, it goes without saying, is that of the proto-fascist misogynist who’s running for US president

MP Vicky Foxcroft gives moving speech about losing her baby

Several members of Commons in tears during Labour MP’s account of her five-day-old daughter’s death

Varicose veins and skin complaints: how to get treatment

The NHS no longer deals with a range of common ‘minor’ ailments. If your GP won’t refer you, here’s how to get help – and even cure yourself