HEALTH & WELLBEING

Researchers claim that teens are more likely to smoke because they are more easily influenced by watching someone else light up.

Weight loss is never easy, but the first days to weeks are easier than what’s to come. That’s because whenever you eat more than you burn, your body activates a series of processes called the 'fat brake'.

A new study suggests that high intake of sugar, especially fructose, can increase the risk of breast cancer.

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

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.

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

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

The Women’s Health magazine is banning two phrases, “bikini body” and “drop 2 sizes,” from its cover.

Speaking on the scrapping of 23 items from MBS, Health Minister Sussan Ley said it’s important to make room for new listings and make health spending as efficient as possible.

Experts claim self-sabotage in response to malaria infection prevents immune protection, which offers clues on how to improve current treatments and possibly aid the creation of new vaccines.

A study from Johns Hopkins Medicine proves that low vitamin D levels may worsen outcomes for patients undergoing weight-loss surgery.

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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