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Indonesian tobacco farms put thousands of children at risk of nicotine poisoning

Harvesting tobacco leaves can result in children getting green tobacco sickness showing symptoms of severe nausea and vomiting.

E-cigarettes gaining popularity in Europe, especially France and UK, study shows

Scientists at Imperial College London found the number of people who have tried e-cigarettes almost doubled in the UK in two years.

India orders inquiry into burgers, pizzas and bread containing 'cancer-causing' chemicals

The Centre for Science and Environment found traces of the chemical in 84% of Delhi bread samples.

Anders Breivik: Why extreme beliefs can be mistaken for psychosis

Anders Breivik killed 77 for his beliefs but has not been diagnosed as psychotic.

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Peru declares Amazon emergency as population suffers mercury contamination from illegal mining

Members of the Harakmbut community were found have six times the suggested level of mercury.

Smoking during pregnancy linked to higher risk of schizophrenia in children

Smoking while pregnant can increase the odds of giving birth to a schizophrenic child.

The new dietary advice on fat being our friend is dangerous

Obesity epidemic isn't down to wrong dietary advice, it's because we eat too much and refuse to follow advice.

Disinfectants in swimming pools and hot tubs could be damaging our DNA

The products we use to clean pools and hot tubs may react with sweat and urine, causing potential DNA alterations.

Wrist-worn gadget records blood alcohol levels and sends data to phone app

BACTrack Skyn scoops first prize and $200,000 at US government-run competition.

Obstetric fistula: 'I had bled the whole night when the doctor saw me - the baby had died'

The International Day to End Obstetric Fistula, a childbirth injury, is marked on 23 May.

Teenage girls undergo more genital cosmetic surgery

Cosmetic surgeon dubbed 'Dr Snapchat' broadcasts surgical procedures online in full

820,000 viewers witness Dr Michael Salzhauer's practices live as he performs routine implants, lifts and tucks.

Syphilis rates in men surging across Europe with 50% increase in UK, France and Germany

STD syphilis is affecting more and more people across Europe, older adults and men in particular.

US House votes to allow veterans' doctors to recommend medical marijuana

Weed will soon be part of an arsenal used to combat military veterans' pain and trauma.

Gonorrhoea treatment appears to speed the spread of antibiotic resistance

STI gonorrhoea is harder to treat with first-line antibiotic due to resistance with high treatment rates.

Behind The Smile: How it feels when depression consumes you

Art as therapy has become one man's mission to spread the word that we are not mad or insane.

Genes for nose shape and size shed light on evolution of our faces

Scientists have identified five genes which explain why our noses and chins are a certain size or shape.

Superbugs will cause 10 million deaths a year by 2050

Deep changes needed to tackle impact of rising drug resistance, review says.

Prehistoric 'extinct' skull condition is widespread in North America and South Africa

Study of 800 skeletons suggests skull condition linked to anaemia is not extinct as previously thought.

National Academies of Science: No evidence GMO is dangerous to eat

Genetically engineered foods have no harmful effect on humans and the environment, a new study reveals.

Abortion rate in England and Wales increased in 2015 with 191,014 terminations

Department of Health data shows a 0.7% rise in abortion rate in 2015 from 2014 in England and Wales.

Zika virus outbreak looms over Europe's summer, warns WHO

Risks of a zika outbreak in Europe this summer are low or moderate, with significant differences across regions.

Potential HIV therapy prevents virus from multiplying after treatment is stopped

A type of therapeutic inhibitor could offer an alternative treatment for people living with HIV.

Magic mushrooms: Hallucinogenic compound in drug could help alleviate depression

A compound derived from 'magic mushrooms' has the potential to help people with treatment-resistant depression.

Cancer: HIV-infected patients are more likely to lack adequate treatment

People with HIV are less likely to be getting adequate treatment if they are diagnosed with cancer.

Stillbirth and neonatal deaths highest among ethnic minorities in UK

The report found a marginal decline in the number of stillbirths and neonatal deaths in 2014 from 2013.

Artificial sweetener in chewing gums poses deadly threats to dogs, FDA warns

Dogs are at risk if allowed to consume a common artificial sweetener

First US penis transplant successfully carried out on Thomas Manning

Massachusetts surgeons say 15-hour penis transplant following amputation was a success.

Fathers' alcohol consumption, lifestyle and age linked to birth defects in children

Fathers' lifestyle and health may have an impact on future generations, leading to birth defects.

Dementia Awareness Week 2016: What is Alzheimer's disease and what causes it?

IBTimes UK examines Alzheimer's disease on Dementia Awareness Week.

Australia to supply its Olympians with Zika-proof condoms for Rio games

All sexually active athletes will have access to condoms with anti-viral lubricant.

Poland divided over abortion policies, supporters and protesters launch separate campaigns

Anti-abortion groups held rallies across Poland as did the supporters of a liberalised abortion law.

Mental Health Awareness Week 2016: Facts and statistics about health and relationships

Mental Health Awareness Week will be marked by the Mental Health Foundation from 16 to 22 May.

National vegetarian week: Five studies that show the benefits of a vegetarian diet

Various studies have revealed eating vegetables and reducing meat consumption is beneficial for health.

Italian fertility doctor Severino Antinori arrested for allegedly 'removing' woman's eggs without consent

Controversial doctor is alleged to have forcibly anaesthetised and removed the eggs from his former employee.

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