BBC World Service - Health Check

International Mental Health Day

The state of mental health provision in developing countries.

Things left behind in surgery, biodegradable electronics and kidney dialysis in Gaza

Imprisoned in hospital, why HIV affects men more than women and a viral cure for acne

Viruses are no respecter of economic barriers, dealing death in rich and poor countries

Addressing maternal mortality, new ways to fund healthcare and myths about sperm.

Why did fatal car accidents rise in the US by 1,600 in the year after 11 September 2001?

Alcohol and cancer risk, and the dangers of painkiller misuse

Baby mind games. Weights cut diabetes risk. And turning young doctors into 70 year olds

Is your life down to dumb luck? Or do you make your own luck?

Better health care for more people for less money. Global summit in London shows how.