Pay up for that Pepsi

Peter Preston: Instead of a blanket hike on VAT, a targeted tax on fizzy drinks could raise money and save lives

Cigarettes and alcohol and Obama

Richard Adams: A boilerplate note in Obama's medical check-up - mentioning 'moderation in alcohol consumption' - sets off bloggers

Healthcare and Bill Clinton’s heart

Richard Adams's blog: Q: Who would heartlessly exploit Bill Clinton's illness to score cheap political points? A: Opponents of US healthcare reform