HEALTH & WELLBEING

High doses of caffeine in energy drinks appear to be the primary reason for serious health problems and cardiovascular risks in energy drink addicts.

About 90 percent of the traditional Chinese medicines used in Australia for general wellness and flu treatment are contaminated and unsafe for consumption.

Findings suggest musical leisure activities can be used and applied widely for proper dementia care and rehabilitation.

In a first-of-its-kind study, researchers have found that diabetics are twice as likely to lose teeth as normal adults.

A new study shows that being happy does not help one live longer and sadness does not cause diseases or even death.

Various publications are suggesting that she is at least 20 kilograms lighter now.

The Nov. 13, 2015 Paris terror attacks have revived scientists’ interest in finding a link between terrorists and genes.

WHO claims a dramatic fall in deaths from malaria since 2000, especially in the sub-Saharan region where most cases of malaria are reported

Oversleeping increases 44 percent risk of dying prematurely, a higher chance than drinking alcohol, according to researchers.

Scientists suggest that in addition to inheriting father’s genes, children are also impacted by his personal experiences, including anxiety and stress.

An investigation by Ministry of Health and Environmental Science and Research (ESR) revealed a possible link between the spurt in Hepatitis A cases and consumption of the frozen berries.

The Ibuprofen patch can minus the need to take potentially harmful and large doses of the drug orally.

Contrary to popular belief, a new study suggests that 3D video games are actually good for the mind, especially for people suffering from dementia or memory loss.

Actor Burt Reynolds is devoid of any sympathy for Charlie Sheen for being HIV positive though he feels bad for Sheen’s dad, Martin Sheen.

Complaints about cosmetic surgery and breast implants are growing and that has prompted the Medical Board to review the cosmetic surgery industry in Australia.

The increasing number of electronic patient records in the United States face an unusual threat -- hacking.

Researchers at Brown University concluded that meals delivered at home make the elderly feel less lonely and isolated.

AustCann will farm cannabis on Christmas Island after the law approves to market the plant in Australia.

A new study suggests that high-potency pot can damage a major part of a smoker’s brain.

A study in UK showed that old women are less prone to memory problems than men, while another study conducted by researchers at University of Szeged said that men’s brain deteriorate faster, making men more prone to neurological disabilities.

Experts discovered that the treatment for prostate cancer, also called androgen deprivation therapy, may increase the development of Alzheimer’s disease

Infants who gained beyond the mean weight gain of 6 kilogrammes, have an increased risk of acquiring type 1 diabetes.

A new study shows that holding on to negative beliefs of aging and the elderly are at greater risk of developing Alzheimer’s.

A new survey has found that more Australians are becoming overweight or obese but have started smoking and drinking less.

Amy Anderson pumps 348 litres of breast milk to help combat NEC.

Researchers found that paracetamol is not effective in treating influenza.

A Canadian scientist has introduced the concept of pseudo-profound bullshit in a study which relates lower intelligence, among other personal traits, to acceptance of nonsensical statements.

PM Malcolm Turnbull announced that the government will give more than $300 million dollars to tackle the ice addiction in Australia.

Men and women need to lose 8.2 kilogrammes and 6.3 kilogrammes, respectively, to be attractive.