HEALTH

Mothers who just gave birth to their child should have regular exercise in order to reduce the risk of developing postnatal depression.

Queensland Health officials are now tracking down those people who may have contacted the measles virus on one Brisbane train trip last weekend.

New payment system in Queensland left heavy blunders to doctors and nurses.

(Reuters) - The week after passing landmark healthcare reform and handing President Barack Obama an important victory, members of the U.S. Congress returned to their home districts for a recess to face constituents and justify their votes after the bruising legislative battle.

(Reuters) - A genetic mutation linked to schizophrenia appears to rupture communication between the two areas of the brain believed to be responsible for memory and may be an underlying cause of the brain disorder, U.S. researchers suggested in a study published on Wednesday.

(Reuters) - Exposure to certain chemicals and pollutants before a woman reaches her mid-30s could treble her risk of developing breast cancer after the menopause, Canadian scientists said on Thursday.

(Reuters) - Scientists have cracked the genetic code of a songbird for the first time, identifying more than 800 genes linked to song learning in a finding that may shed light on human speech disorders.

We all know some of the not-so-old wives tales about how food affects our mood. Perhaps it's the stimulating effect of the day's first double espresso, the contentment you feel after eating bangers and mash, or the simple fact that chocolate makes your world go 'round.

Many of us resist soft drinks, cakes and other sugary treats to keep tooth decay at bay. With this in mind, many of us reach for a glass of juice rather than a can of soft drink. But is this really any better for your teeth?

Right now, electronic Braille displays typically only show one line of text at a time. And they're very expensive, says Dr. Neil Di Spigna, a research assistant professor at NC State and co-author of a paper describing the research.

A visit to the dentist provokes extreme fear and anxiety in an estimated one in 20 people, and can put them off going altogether, a condition termed odontophobia. And up to a third of patients report moderate anxiety at the prospect of dental treatment, studies show.

Ovarian endometriomas, better known as ovarian 'chocolate' cysts for the brown liquid they contain, can be easily removed by surgery. However, recurrence is common, which can cause ongoing pain and complications. A study evaluated for Faculty of 1000 suggests a simple and effective remedy .

Professor Simon Chapman of the University of Sydney refers to a recent Dutch research, saying that cigarette may contain traces of pig's blood, with a warning that religious groups could find its undisclosed presence very offensive.

Patrick McGorry, Australian of the Year wants to see immediate upgrade of mental health services to halt the alarming spike in suicides.

The federal government plan to treat diabetes patients could widen the gap between city and country health services, a source of anxiety for rural doctors.

The culture of breastfeeding in Australia needs to be altered if health advantages such as the prevention of metabolic diseases in mothers is to be achieved, says the Australian Breastfeeding Association.

After completing a workplace health check, eight hundred Victorian workers have been instructed to consult a doctor immediately.

(Reuters) - Chinese officials have sought to contain public outrage after workers at a hospital dumped 21 dead fetuses and infants' bodies near a river bank.

Doctors to receive bonuses under the Rudd Government's health reform plan

Weight loss companies should now start on a tougher study and analysis on new products that will put a stop on the obesity crisis faced by Australians.

Patients with slow-growing patients who chose active surveillance tends to be less anxious and distressed about the disease.

(Reuters) - U.S. advisers heard evidence on the effects of menthol cigarettes on Tuesday as they began a year-long review of the popular but controversial flavoring under the government's new tobacco powers.

(Reuters) - President Barack Obama made another push to sell his healthcare overhaul to a skeptical public on Tuesday, calling it a victory over special interests that will help the middle-class and defending the courage of legislators who backed it.

The age-old maxim Eat breakfast like a king, lunch like a prince and dinner like a pauper may in fact be the best advice to follow to prevent metabolic syndrome, according to a new University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) study.

when people, groups, or organizations are looking for a fresh perspective on a project, they often turn to a brainstorming session. An upcoming study from Applied Cognitive Psychology suggests that this may not be the best route to take to generate unique and varied ideas.

New research shows that a high level of C-reactive protein (CRP), a marker for inflammation in the blood, is associated with brain changes that are linked to problems with executive thinking skills.

We are not all blessed with the brains, beauty, luck, and capital that we associate with highly successful business people or entrepreneurs. Although most new business ventures fail, a few prosper and grow rapidly.

Delicious new cakes and frostings may someday contain less fat and fewer calories, thanks to work by Agricultural Research Service (ARS) scientists such as Mukti Singh. She's based at the ARS National Center for Agricultural Utilization Research (NCAUR) in Peoria, Ill.

A study of more than 5,000 West Australian men, found that they are being diagnosed with prostate cancer too late, with many high-grade tumours and sometimes due to delayed referral for biopsies by their GPs.