Women in conflict zones are likely to suffer from sexual or physical violence at the hands of their husbands or partners before, during and after a period of conflict, warn experts from the London

Air pollution is linked to an increased risk of developing an irregular heartbeat , according to new research published in the journal 

Scientists publish new review of DEET safety studies and launch Bug Off campaign for Insect Repellent Awareness Day.

The European Commission has issued a  response, declining calls from a campaign to scrap funding for stem cell research.

Health care providers in Zimbabwe feel discouraged from testing children for HIV due to the fear of the stigma faced by the child and their family if they tested positive, according to new research

Health surveillance technology and rapid information sharing will be vital in delivering effective public health services for the forthcoming World Cup, according to new research published in

New Lancet Series finds counting births and deaths is an indicator of progress towards ending three million preventable infant deaths.

An enzyme which allows trypanosome parasites to evade human defences is a promising target for new drugs, according to a study in PLOS

Researchers find increased shingles risk in patients with immunosuppression, rheumatoid arthritis, inflammatory bowel disease and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.

Birth by caesarean section is unlikely to cause problems with future fertility, according to new research published in

50% of people diagnosed with cancer today will survive their disease for at least 10 years, according to new research from the School.*

A mother's diet before conception can permanently affect how her child's genes function, according to a study published in Nature Communications