Why do women go through the menopause – are there any evolutionary benefits? What’s the point of the menopause?

Are artificial sweeteners the best way to help us cut down on sugar? Sliced Bread

Two doctors describe their reaction after seeing the first child in the UK to be born to a mother using a donated womb. Surgeons on ‘magical moment’ womb transplant child was born

Bryony had no pregnancy symptoms when she went into labour at the beauty salon she worked at. ‘I didn’t know I was pregnant until I gave birth’

A urinary bottle initially designed for men has been adapted to work for women in hospital. New device gives female patients more dignity

The government hopes the move will end the “unfair postcode lottery” some women face. Morning-after pill to be made free at pharmacies in England

Ovarian cancer is the sixth most common cancer in the country, with 7,500 women diagnosed with it every year. ‘I had signs of ovarian cancer and want others to know them’

A group of GP practices join up with a sports centre operator to open a new healthcare service. GPs and sports centre join forces

A public consultation on the project by Epsom and Ewell Borough Council will run until 16 May. Wellbeing strategy aims to increase life expectancy

Smacking is legal in some cases in England and Northern Ireland, but is banned in Scotland and Wales. Doctors back total ban on smacking children in England

The iCan organisation’s van is offering support to “hard-to-reach” people in parts of Cumbria. Charity’s wellness sessions take to the road

Are artificial sweeteners the best way to help us cut down on sugar? Sliced Bread

Two doctors describe their reaction after seeing the first child in the UK to be born to a mother using a donated womb. Surgeons on ‘magical moment’ womb transplant child was born

How sounds could be damaging your health The Global Story

James explores the science of a sweet tooth and then gets tips on how to brush like a pro. Inside Health

James Gallagher and the panel consider if an assisted death can guarantee a peaceful end. Inside Health

In the first of our mini-series we discuss who could get an assisted death under the rules Inside Health

James Gallagher and the panel discuss the safeguarding implications of the proposed bill Inside Health

James Lee Williams’ sister says the family only learned of the drag performer’s drug problem after watching Drag Race UK. The Vivienne hid ketamine struggle ‘to protect family’

In an NHS survey, 48% of men said they felt pressure to “tough it out” when it came to potential health issues. These men put off doctor’s visits again and again. Then came a tipping point