HEALTH & WELLBEING

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.

Researchers discovered a link between omega-3 levels and bipolar disorder, which they believe could help treat the illness.

Continuing with its expansion spree, Estia Health has acquired rival Kennedy Health Care, marking further consolidation in Australia’s private aged care business.

Individuals who possess negative thoughts associated with aging are more likely to develop the brain changes that trigger Alzheimer's, suggests a new research.

A team of Indian researchers has discovered “anti-cancer” molecules which can be used to ward off different types of cancer cells.

Danish researchers are sure that the mcr-1 containing bacteria are in Europe as a man with the blood infection did not travel out of the country.

Bodybuilding Coach and champion Sasho Ognenovksi shares how his hardcore bodybuilding gym is still alive and kicking in an industry of gym chains.

The National Health Service (NHS) of UK plans to impose fees on foreign patients who receive accident and emergency treatment.

Vegetarianism can have a serious detrimental effect on human emotional and mental health.

Exposure to cold temperatures can help reduce weight and improve glucose metabolism

A new method significantly reduces decay risk and lessens their need for dental fillings by 30 to 50 percent, according to Australian researchers.

Researchers have discovered that e-cigarettes emit high levels of free radicals that are associated with cancer.

A new and worrying trend is emerging in the global pharmaceutical industry as pharma firms focus on short-term profits at the cost of drugs innovation.

Major health funds in Australia want the federal government to cut down the increasing healthcare costs and insurance policy premiums.

A new study reports that patients looked after by foreign-trained claim low level of satisfaction

Researchers at Mayo Clinic have found that even non-professional players who play contact sports such as basketball, football and rugby are at risk of developing CTE.

Scientists discover that a variant of Taq1A is significantly associated with the success of smoking cessation.

The rare disease that affects about one in every 100,000 people claimed the lives of Sydney residents Dr. Peter Domachuk in 2012 and Ms. Jessica Martin in 2009.

The legalisation of cannabis in Australia is pointless while all other drugs remain criminalised, a leading expert in drug policy believes.