Brussels proposes longer maternity leave in EU states, but critics say governments and small businesses will balk at the cost.

A huge haul of fake drugs destined for Africa, including anti-malarial pills, are seized in Belgium, officials say.

Is Greece set to change its stance on organ donation?

A French cosmetic surgeon accused of having mutilated dozens of patients is arrested in Spain.

The European Commission launches a scheme to provide free fruit and vegetables to schools across Europe in a drive to curb child obesity.

An 11-year-old Romanian rape victim is to have an abortion in the UK despite being cleared to have one in Romania.

More patients across Europe may seek treatment abroad if new EU healthcare proposals are adopted.

Patients pay up in Ukraine - in state and private sectors

How Dutch coffee shops cope with tobacco ban

A ban on the smoking of tobacco - but not marijuana - in cafes, bars and restaurants comes into force in the Netherlands.