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Does hand washing really stop swine flu’s spread?

How this woman helps amputees in Africa

Man tells of rapid recovery after forearm reattached

Nearly one in six children – and almost one quarter of boys – have difficulty learning to talk, a survey of parents suggests.

France sells millions of surplus swine flu vaccine doses to other countries after finding it has more than enough for the outbreak.

The US lifts a 22-year immigration ban that stopped anyone with HIV/Aids from entering the country.

Scientists have developed biological cells that can give new insight into the chemistry of the brain.

Long-term physical activity has an anti-ageing effect at the cellular level, research suggests.

Almost nine in 10 people are not aware of the dangers of carrying extra fat around their waist, a survey has found.

An artificial artery which its UK developers hope will save lives is set to be tested in human trials early this year.