Australian health officers said an anesthetist at a Melbourne clinic might have deliberately infected at least 12 women who had abortions there with Hepatitis C.
Near-death experiences like seeing a bright light at the end of a tunnel, feelings of peace and joy may occur because of high carbon dioxide levels in the blood, according to researchers writing BioMed Central's open access journal Critical Care.
A man whose parents both had breast cancer and who developed the same worrisome symptoms as his dad was denied a mammogram at a local health clinic - because he's a man.
(Reuters) - Large amounts of vitamins C and E do not prevent preeclampsia, blood pressure problems in pregnant women, researchers reported on Wednesday.
(Reuters) - Researchers have identified a group of genes that are especially active in lung cancer patients -- even in healthy tissue -- and said they may be used to predict which smokers will eventually develop lung cancer.
Alice Springs Hospital will be holding a week-long eye surgery blitz in an effort to help improve vision outcomes for the Aborigines.
Living Cell Technologies Ltd, which has developed a way to transplant working insulin-producing cells from pigs to humans.
According to a new research, an experimental vaccine for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, which is a progressive respiratory disease that affects millions of people, may reduce flare-ups in those with severe forms of the illness.
Martina Navratilova, famous woman tennis player of her time, is diagnosed with breast cancer.
According to a news report published in the journal Psychotherapy and Psychosomatics , researches who reviewed 23 published studies revealed that body piercing may relate to high-risk behaviors and for psychiatric symptoms,such as suicidal thoughts.
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Despite surveys that show doctors have negative attitudes about heavier people, older obese patients don't get short shrift at the doctor's office, according to a new study.
(Reuters) - Scientists have found two genetic regions that affect a baby's size at birth and say one of them is also linked with developing diabetes in later life.
Scientists have figured out how to vaccinate a person without using a needle, potentially giving the public one less excuse to avoid getting immunized.
A new treatment has been discovered to help treat erectile dysfunction, however, the men might wince at the thought of this idea. Researchers from Israel have reported promising preliminary results from using low-intensity shock wave therapy to help treat vasculogenic erectile dysfunction (ED).
The Rudd Government's $436 million diabetes package is welcomed by the Close the Gap campaign for Indigenous health equality.
After a diagnosis of a Type 1 juvenile diabetes six weeks ago, life is never the same for three-year-old Shelby Birch of Augusta and her family.
According to a new study, eating five servings of fruit and vegetables a day does little to reduce a person's risk of cancer. The findings go against the long-standing advice that regular helpings of fruit and vegetables will lower cancer risk.
All NSW fishing enthusiasts are encouraged to cast a line in support of the Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia on Sunday, April 11 2010.
Recovering from a cesarean birth requires much attention and support in order for you to heal properly and within a shorter period of time. A cesarean birth is traumatic to the tissues, muscles, and fascia, and to your emotional body as well. However, there are some nutritional guidelines which can truly make the difference in the healing process and having you feel better physically and emotional...
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - More and more Americans are landing in the hospital due to poisoning by powerful prescription painkillers, sedatives and tranquilizers, according to a report released today. City-living middle-aged women seem particularly vulnerable.
A new “super sunscreen” may be required to cut down Australia’s 900 melanoma deaths per year. Scientists from the University of Queensland are investigating the effectiveness of highly protective sunscreens and whether a more potent version is needed.
This coming May you can help in the fight against cancer by simply making your own cuppa and take part in Cancer Council's popular annual fundraiser, Australia's Biggest Morning Tea.
