So far Mers has proved less infectious than SARS - but for how long?
This could be the first early test for pancreatic cancer - devised by a 15-year-old. . .
Pharmaceutical industry accused of neglecting innovation.
Tests on the border between Thailand and Burma show that the most deadly form of the malaria parasite has developed resistance to artemesinin.
The rapid advance of bionic research is raising concerns that meddling with the brain could change people's personalities.
Can the behaviour of our aquatic ancestors teach us anything about human relations?
‘Nightmare scenario’ as overuse of antibiotics breeds resistant superbugs.
A century after the death of the Elephant Man scientists believe they may have solved the puzzle of what caused his condition.
A once-a-day pill that can prevent HIV was hailed by researchers as two studies showed it could provide up to 73 percent protection against the disease.
The cereal packet on your breakfast table could be a health hazard, say experts.
We need to confront the reality that an international market in body parts exists and poor countries are being targeted, writes Jeremy Laurance.