Australian fisherman John Macdonald has an unusual beer belly after drinking water from a beer can that he dropped in Brisbane River.
Reissa Su Dec 10, 2013
It was time to “wake up” for Adam Boland and share his inner fears. The Executive Producer of Network 10’s newly launched, “Wake Up” wanted to give new perspective on the impact of depression and bipolar disorder as he claims he’s ready to be back to work.
Floyd Allen Dec 10, 2013
Smartphone ownership among Aussie youth aged 14 to 17 rose to 30 percent for the year 2013. This is according to the Australian Communications and Media Authority, as wireless devices such as smartphones and tablets made access to the internet easier.
Katrina Dianne Gimenez Dec 09, 2013
Eradication of AIDS-causing HIV is now in early stages of research and development but all methods still need to be proven before human trials can begin. Here are the five angles with the most potential science is looking into to defeat HIV once and for all.
Ryan Inoyori Dec 09, 2013
Two men from Boston who were already supposedly cured from the dreaded HIV AIDS virus after undergoing bone marrow transplants have been infected again by the same virus.
Esther Tanquintic-Misa Dec 09, 2013
Susan Boyle reveals that she was diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome after a misdiagnosis when she was a kid.
Jesselle Maminta Dec 09, 2013
Two Australian researchers confirmed what many men already know, but would surely anger some religious groups. Anthony Santella and Spring Chenoa Cooper from the University of Sydney said masturbation helps prevent several ailments, including cystitis, diabetes and prostate cancer.
Vittorio Hernandez Dec 08, 2013
General Tom Lawson attempts to restrict an alarming trend in the army and published a video where he asked people within his ranks to be aware of their role in maintaining mental health.
Sounak Mukhopadhyay Dec 06, 2013
The contraceptive pill Diane-35 is still being prescribed to women in Australia despite a temporary ban enforced in France earlier in 2013. ABC launched an investigation and found the banned contraceptive pill is still circulating in Australia. In Australia, the TGA has ordered the drug to be used only as a medication for acne and other hormonal conditions. While Diane-35 primarily works as a contraceptive, Australia does not allow its use for that specific purpose.
Reissa Su Dec 06, 2013
A 25kg tumour removed from a Spanish woman’s womb makes a new record.
Christine Lazaro Dec 06, 2013
Sex is not the only thing that leaves couple panting, according to a survey of more than 1000 Australians
Athena Yenko Dec 05, 2013
Australian and British scientists are one step closer to developing a safe and effective form of male contraception. Researchers have identified two types of proteins that can be blocked to prevent the entry of sperm cells from the testes from the moment of ejaculation.
Reissa Su Dec 04, 2013
Functional cure or vaccine against HIV isn't yet available. At the same time another HIV strain has been found and this strain may develop AIDS faster than other known HIV strains in history. It is more dynamic, vigorous and aggressive HIV type to date.
Ryan Inoyori Dec 04, 2013
A list released on Tuesday by Condomania.com named North Dakota as the state with the highest number of orders of large-sized condoms, hinting North Dakotan males have the largest penises in the U.S.
Vittorio Hernandez Dec 04, 2013
Now there’s a way for you to identify if one of your friends is a psychopath and that is by checking out their Facebook status updates, according to several researchers in Sweden.
Christine Lazaro Dec 03, 2013
A class action by Australian and New Zealand victims of thalidomide, a morning sickness drug, has finally ended in a settlement of AU$89 million or NZ$99 million. The Victorian Supreme Court announced the settlement to be paid by German pharmaceutical company Grunenthal and Distillers, the Australian distributor of thalidomide bought by UK company Diageo in 1997.
Reissa Su Dec 03, 2013
While Viagra, the life saver of many men with erectile dysfunction, has helped improved the sex lives of males, it has failed to boost their relationships notwithstanding its assistance in keeping their partners happy in bed.
Vittorio Hernandez Dec 03, 2013
Putting on weight, is mainly due to result of heredity or a change in our lifestyle that is conducive to storing energy (calories) in the form of fat tissue or heredity. These changes can include moving from an active lifestyle to a more sedentary one, changes in diet, increased consumption of fats, sugars and other foodstuffs that contain 'empty calories'. Other changes may be a disease or an accident that makes us reduce our activity, but we continue eating as if we were as healthy and a...
Women Fitness Dec 02, 2013
Foods can be regarded as functional if proven to affect beneficially one or more target functions in the body, beyond adequate nutritional effects, in a way relevant to improved state of health and well-being, reduction of risk of diseases, or both. Research is now showing it's possible to promote health and wellness using foods and beverages that influence angiogenesis.
Women Fitness Dec 02, 2013
It's been used for wrinkles, muscle spasms and even Tourette syndrome. Now Botox may now save limbs from amputation.
Women Fitness Dec 02, 2013
Addiction can be of different forms: alcohol addiction, drug addiction, eating disorders, gambling addiction, sex addiction, smoking addiction, to mention a few. Besides, addiction is a symptom and can be treated. By uncovering the underlying causes and taking action, one can move from the darkness to light. Light backbends bring about an opening in the chest and solar plexus area, encouraging the elimination of stored hurts (both real and perceived).
Women Fitness Dec 02, 2013
Weight gain and water retention during pregnancy cause significant physical changes that often lead to foot discomfort. Alteration in center of gravity due to weight gain can add pressure to the knees and feet. Posture and alignment can shift, and everyday movements like lifting, sitting, standing, and walking can be affected.
Women Fitness Dec 02, 2013
In today's fast paced world, all moms want to get back to their pre-pregnancy shape (especially, the belly) once the baby is delivered. Begin with a walking routine while pushing the baby stroller -- it's one of the best ways to burn more fat in less time. If you're just starting out, stick to shorter durations for the first two weeks, then gradually increase the time.
Women Fitness Dec 02, 2013
Prime Minister Tony Abbott has opened a world-class medical research facility in Adelaide for the benefit of all humanity. The new research centre will bring together 600 scientists to continue working on various research projects. The South Australian Health and Medical Research Institute (SAHMRI) opened last Nov. 28 which is partly funded by the previous Labour government for $200 million.
Reissa Su Dec 02, 2013
A contagious stomach virus has reportedly being investigated to find out if it is the real cause of an outbreak that had affected the players, coaches, and even parents who were in attendance during a football tournament in Las Vegas.
Rachelle Corpuz Dec 02, 2013
Since 2010, the number of HIV cases in New Zealand has declined. However, Kiwis living with HIV continue to be denied support from the service industry like haircuts or dentistry. New Zealand AIDS Foundation executive director Shaun Robinson said New Zealanders with HIV can be "treated very cruelly."
Reissa Su Nov 29, 2013
Medical science has unlocked new traits of the virus that causes AIDS and allows new ways to create better future treatment that may lead to the much waited cure or vaccine. Here are the three key traits characterising resistance of HIV against the immune system.
Ryan Inoyori Nov 28, 2013
Ever heard of the booze blush? There are more people who turn red after drinking alcoholic beverages than those who look normal even with the booze in their system. But according to a new South Korean research, turning red when drinking alcohol can be the result of an allergic reaction or heart problem.
Christine Lazaro Nov 27, 2013
Dr Sheila Dunn has complained that Canadian women have a lack of access to chemical abortion.
Sounak Mukhopadhyay Nov 27, 2013
Australian doctors are trying to control a potentially deadly superbug discovered in more than 20 babies in Casey Hospital and Monash Medical Centre in the southeast part of Melbourne.
Reissa Su Nov 26, 2013
