Smitha Mundasad

Early study suggests our genes may play a part in how well protected we are after Covid jabs.

The World Health Organisation declared the variant of interest, with cases reported in 51 countries.

Diseases like dengue fever could be common if little is done to tackle climate change, report warns.

The biggest increase is among the over 80s, with a marked rise in cases in adults aged 25-49.

Retailers are removing at least 56 types of sandwiches, wraps and salad from UK supermarket shelves.

Some cheaper lotions from supermarkets Aldi and Lidl outperformed more expensive brands, Which? said.

NHS chiefs say the injection form of the medicine can help save patients’ and clinicians’ time.

The latest data also shows the average age for first-time treatment is now over 35.

There is growing evidence that a vaccine against shingles may also protect against dementia.

Scientists work out which bacteria populate babies guts first - and what it could mean for their health.