Fergus Bescoby discusses family medical histories and genomic medicine.

The out-of-work benefits system for people with a health condition or disability is ‘broken' and should be scrapped in favour of a single working age benefit, a major report has urged.

Mortgage and insurance network Stonebridge Group has reported that Life business volumes rose by 79% during 2015 compared to the previous year.

Cancer death rates in the UK have fallen by nearly 10% over 10 years according to the latest analysis released on World Cancer Day by Cancer Research UK.

Nearly a third (30%) of UK employees have reported that they feel unsure about who to talk to or where to find help or support regarding metal health issues.

No single factor behind rise

CS Healthcare has appointed former Cigna Healthcare managing director James Parker as its chief executive.

British Friendly has launched an ‘auto acceptance' system for income protection (IP) meaning that clients can receive immediate acceptance.

LifeQuote has introduced a text service for intermediary support after trials showed improved responses compared with emails and telephone contact.

HMRC denies 'Mickey Mouse' products quote