HEALTH & WELLBEING

The fatal Ebola virus that has killed some 6,915 could be cured by at least 53 existing drugs, researchers said.

A Minnesota research explains why eating comfort foods is not really mood boosting.

A beer study led to the development of a test that could aid law enforcers in dealing with cases of drink-driving.

A new study demonstrates a novel calculation to explain how fat is eliminated from the human body during weight loss.

Calling all moms -- these are the essentials

Winter can take a toll on your skin, but you can fight that with ingredients straight out of the kitchen.

According to a survey, the main causes of sleep restriction in modern society are work demands.

Victoria Beckham says she worked out seven days a week. The former pop diva revealed her diet and beauty secrets to Elle magazine.

A new class of antibodies may be used to design a vaccine for all four dengue serotypes.

It is important for people with cardiovascular conditions to seek advice regarding sexual activity from their doctors.

A recent study suggests that Australian patients are choosing to opt for online health communities over their doctors for medical advice.

Scientists at the London Imperial College and at the University of Glasgow have been working together with a private organisation called Imperial Innovations, to successfully develop a new ingredient that may help reduce hunger.

A group of Australian scientists have made the vital discovery of an antibody, which could effectively limit the spread of dengue fever around the globe.

A report by the World Cancer Research Fund and the American Institute for Cancer Research showed that 11 percent of advanced prostate cancer cases could be prevented by maintaining a healthy weight.

Michael Clarke, Australian team captain, will not play the second test against India in Brisbane.

The AMA had estimated that 82 percent of the visits to the general practitioner were bulk-billed.

A study showed that diabetic patients with hypoglycaemia were at a higher risk of cardiovascular diseases.

Just because you're juicing, doesn't always mean you're losing weight.

What you do as soon as you wake up could make or break your weight loss goals

Uruguayans hold a marijuana exposition a year after the cannabis reform was signed into law.

Britney Spears talks about her healthy living, exercising and diet plans with Women's Health magazine as she wears a bikini on its cover page.

Julie Bishop has announced that the operations of the Australian-run treatment centre would commence with five beds being open to the Ebola patients.

A study by the Telethon Kids Institute found that just 7.8 percent of children whose mothers were over 40 years of age had behavioural problems.

A 19-year-old teenager has suffered from burns because of an antibiotic that she consumed, unaware that it would be toxic for her.

The influence of white, blue and clear glass on the flavour points were tested by the researchers and it was found that the white mug's coffee had a more bitter taste to it.

A new elastic and sensor-laden material can be used to enhance the functionality of artificial limbs.

Stem cells research now has an additional feather in it's cap. Scientists are in the process of developing a viable method by which to use stem cells to create artificial human blood in laboratories.

The Labour party of New Zealand has dropped its support for the Right to Die bill.

Spiders are said to have an organ called the "slit sensible," which helps them sense movement and scientists have developed a sensor similar to the working of the spider.