Full uptake of cervical cancer screening could save hundreds of lives

Almost 350 more women’s lives could be saved if all invited for NHS screening attended, says new study

FCA not fit for purpose as Pure Gym float favours institutional investors

Regulator has allowed public to be squeezed out of the IPO game as City crew gets first chance to invest

Toxic chemicals in household dust linked to cancer and infertility

Scientists find scores of harmful chemicals in indoor dust including phthalates linked to developmental problems in babies

We must legalise access to medical cannabis as a matter of urgency

My report proves the drug can alleviate suffering for many sick people. The government must have the political courage to accept the scientific rationale

Exercise can cut risk from alcohol-related diseases, study suggests

Researchers find that regular physical activity can cut the risk of dying from alcohol-related cancer and other diseases

Fashion industry told to end its quest for ‘unattainable thinness’

Women’s Equality party demands changes to industry and a minimum body mass index for models

Two models, one goal: to free women from fashion’s weight tyranny

As London fashion week opens, Rosie Nelson and Jada Sezer have joined a Women’s Equality party campaign to tackle the use of tiny clothing sizes, underweight models – and the resulting crisis of eating disorders

Team GB’s cycling heroes call for ‘legacy of everyday cycling’

Laura Trott and Jason Kenny among Rio Olympians signing letter to Theresa May demanding real action on cycle transport

MPs urge better job protection for expectant and new mothers

Call for German-style system to reduce ‘shocking’ discrimination, particularly against women in casual work in UK

Canines in court: therapy dogs making the wait for a verdict ‘more human’

Unique in the UK, Chelmsford county court hosts therapy dogs each week, to reduce stress and make court less intimidating