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WA government to cut 1,163 jobs from Perth health service

WA health minister Kim Hames confirmed that 1,163 full-time jobs will be cut in Perth’s south.

Scientists link sleep and wake cycles with severe bipolar disorder; results provide new treatment options

Researchers have identified traits related to sleep, wake and activity cycles that are associated with severe bipolar disorder, which can possibly provide new clues to treating and preventing the condition.

Taking vitamin D may treat multiple sclerosis, researchers claim

Researchers from Johns Hopkins University claim that a high-dose vitamin D could help fight multiple sclerosis.

Disturbances to infant microbiota influences disease risk, scientists find

A new study shows that maternal and infant microbiomes affect disease risk.

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Diabetes linked to radiation from cell phone tower

Radiation from cell phone towers can cause diabetes, among other health hazards, claims a Saudi professor.

Expert warns that gonorrhoea will soon become untreatable

England’s chief medical officer warned that gonorrhoea may soon be untreatable if the sexually transmitted disease will continue resistance to treatments.

Computer time may cause nearsightedness among children

Researchers suggest that too much time spent on electronic devices and indoors may cause nearsightedness in children.

Study: Marijuana compound cannabidiol may reduce stubborn epileptic seizures

A new study from NYU Langone Medical Centre in New York City claims that cannabidiol reduces seizures in children and young adults with epilepsy.

People with Hepatitis C have 30 percent chances of developing Parkinson’s disease

Researchers claim that patients who have hepatitis C are at a 30 percent higher risk of developing Parkinson’s compared to those without the disease.

Post-birth skin-to-skin contact reduces up to 36% infant deaths

New research shows that skin-to-skin contact or kangaroo mother care reduces infant mortality by up to 36 percent.

Sit-ups are passé, planks are the new gold standard for a stronger core

Experts agree on the fact that it is time to quit sit-ups as they cause muscle strain whereas planks should form an essential part of one’s core muscle exercises routine.

Teenager catches the rare rat bite fever after being bitten by pet rodent

A 17-year-old teenager, living with her pet rodents, was not even able to move after developing rare rat bite fever symptoms.

Indian startup grows artificial human liver in lab

In an important breakthrough, researchers at an Indian biotech startup have developed a human liver in the laboratory.

Beware of unexplained depression; it could be a brain tumour

Persistent unexplained depression could be the result of a tumour in the brain, warn doctors.

Higher tobacco taxes do not affect casual smokers

Experts claim that smoking bans, not high taxes, prevent casual smokers from developing tobacco addiction.

Complications at birth and low birth weight increase the risk of autism

A new study shows that babies born prematurely are more likely to develop autism.

Dementia is now a top killer disease in Australia

High cholesterol may reduce Alzheimer’s and dementia risk

Debunking existing theories, a newly compiled research suggests that high cholesterol is not the killer it is thought to be and may actually be good for the heart.

Study uses controversial posts to analyse rapist's psychology

The controversial “ask a rapist” thread has been used to conduct research on the psychology of a rapist.

Researchers associate low vitamin D levels with irritable bowel syndrome

Researchers from the University of Sheffield found that patients with IBS exhibit low levels of vitamin D.

FDA approves nasal spray for diabetes treatment

In an important development, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved nasal spray medication for treatment of diabetes.

Experts claim that using iPads and smartphones improves toddlers’ learning and development

Playing with iPads and smartphones are beneficial to children’s learning and development, according to a new study.

US under threat of flesh-eating disease from Syrian refugees

Syrian refugees may be bringing the flesh-eating disease to the United States.

UK finds deadly bacteria with MCR-1 gene resistant to ‘last resort’ antibiotic

The deadly bacteria strain containing the MCR-1 gene was first found in China, in parts of Africa, Europe and UK and it’s resistant to ‘last resort’ antibiotic, colistin.

FDA lifts 30-year ban on blood donations by gay men, introduces 12-month deferral system

FDA replaced the 30-year ban on blood donations by men who have sex with men with a 12-month deferral window after new studies prove that a ban does not necessarily prevent HIV transmission.

Health Minister Sussan Ley justifies reduction of bulk-billing incentives as a means to fund Hepatitis C cure

Although the $1 billion funding for Hepatitis C Australia sufferers is a huge relief for them, the move has also been opposed.

Soldiers can suffer a spike in PTSD even 5 years after leaving battlefield

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) levels can suddenly increase among veterans five years after leaving the battlefield, suggests a new study.

Drinking 4 to 5 cups of coffee daily lowers the risk of death by 18%

A new study suggests that drinking coffee every day reduces death risks from heart disease, respiratory diseases, influenza and diabetes.

ViewHIV reveals new phase of HIV infection

Scientists have identified a new stage in HIV’S life cycle, thanks to a new technique to monitor the virus’ migration called ViewHIV.

Tasmania plans to increase smoking age restriction to 21 or 25 years

Tasmania wants to increase the smoking age to 21 or 25 years as part of the state’s bid of becoming Australia’s healthiest state by 2025.

Doctors perform 12-hour brain surgery to the music of patient’s saxophone

In the first such case in Europe, doctors asked a musician patient to play saxophone as they conducted a 12-hour surgery to remove his brain tumor.

FDA proposes ban on indoor tanning for minors to reduce skin cancer cases

Troubled by the large number of cases of skin cancer caused by skin tanning in the US every year, the FDA has proposed banning indoor tanning for minors.