The Independent reports that Andrew Lansley has turned down the chance to "listen" to health professionals regarding his NHS reform plans. The health secretary snubbed an invitation to attend the nurses' annual conference.  

A superbug that is highly resistant to antibiotics is being carried by an estimated 500,000 people in Delhi. The bacteria poses a risk to antibiotic treatment worldwide and is acquired from drinking water, The Independent reports.  

The Telegraph, The Daily Mail, The Independent and the BBC report that alcohol is blamed for an increasing number of cancer cases. New research shows that one in 10 cancers in men and one in 33 cancers in women in Britain are caused by drinking.  

Australia has got tough on cigarette smoking by stripping the packs bare of all logos, and replacing them with a bland olive green colour and shocking health warnings, The Independent reports.  

Long-term ecstasy use can damage the brain, a groundbreaking study has found. The Daily Mail reports that prolonged use of the class A drug can lead to significant memory loss.  

People are taking extra care when it comes to health and nutrition, the Daily Express reports. The sale of off-the-shelf vitamin and mineral supplements have risen, while nutritionists insist a well balanced diet is all that is required to maintain good health.