Baby arm defects prompt nationwide investigation in France

Launch of inquiry follows discovery of 11 more suspected cases of birth abnormalities

Butter nonsense: the rise of the cholesterol deniers

A group of scientists has been challenging everything we know about cholesterol, saying we should eat fat and stop taking statins. This is not just bad science – it will cost lives, say experts

Is alkaline water a miracle cure – or BS? The science is in

Beyoncé and Tom Brady swear by it – but experts throw cold water on the new beverage fad

Couples being denied IVF on NHS over man’s age or weight

Some CCGS in England face criticism for access criteria that is not in national guidelines

‘Gardening has probably saved my life’: one thriving Glasgow community

At this vital community space in Govan, locals are mucking in for the good of everyone’s health

My workplace was supportive after a traumatic abortion. This should be normal

Women are often expected to carry on without recognition for the time it takes to heal - physically and emotionally

Breastfeeding rate declines in England as advice goes unheeded

Only four in 10 mothers still breastfeed babies of up to eight weeks despite health guidance

I paid $7,348 for healthcare last week – so Trump’s law changes are personal

For those of us with imperfect health, survival now seems to require throwing ourselves at the feet of elected officials, pleading to be treated with compassion

Why a daily bath helps beat depression – and how to have a good one

According to researchers, a regular warm bath can have a greater effect on mood than physical exercise. Here’s how to enjoy the plunge, even if you prefer a shower

Is gratitude the secret of happiness? I spent a month finding out

It has become a hugely popular concept in positive psychology and self-help, but is feeling grateful really a panacea? One writer sets aside her scepticism and opens up her gratitude journal