Children's health
11 Sep 2012
Toddlers are heavier than mums realise
Mums incorrect take on their toddler’s weight may be inadvertently leading to their toddlers overeating and getting heavier, say nutrition researchers. The research, being presented this week at the International Congress of Dietetics in Sydney, found many Australian mothers were unable to correctly identify their child’s weight, especially if their…
Children's health
04 Sep 2012
Gene 'switch' may explain DiGeorge syndrome severity
The discovery of a ‘switch’ that modifies a gene known to be essential for normal heart development could explain variations in the severity of birth defects in children with DiGeorge syndrome. Researchers from the Walter and Eliza Hall Institute made the discovery while investigating foetal development in an animal model…
Children's health
04 Sep 2012
Playtime with dads prepares kids for classroom survival
An Australian-first website is encouraging dads to ‘get serious’ about playtime in a bid to to better prepare their kids for school. The Fathers for School Readiness website, launched today by the Minister for Tertiary Education, Senator Chris Evans, at the University of Newcastle provides tools for educators to work…
Children's health
31 Aug 2012
Parents with mental illness ashamed to ask for help
A new study by the national mental health charity SANE Australia, reveals many parents with a mental illness raising children lack support from health professionals and school staff, and they feel ashamed to ask for help. SANE Australia’s study found that only around a third (31%) of survey respondents have…
Children's health
26 Jul 2012
Medicine or Drug Overdose
A drug overdose occurs after a person consumes too much of a drug, medication or poison. Overdose can occur accidentally when a person inadvertently takes…
Anatomy
26 Jun 2012
Anatomy of the testes
The testes (testicles or gonads) are the primary male reproductive organs. They produce gametes (sperm) and secrete hormones, particularly testosterone.
Children's health
17 May 2012
Spicy Lentil Dhal
This recipe makes spicy dhal that is low in fat, calories and cholesterol but packed with nutrients and taste. It’s suitable for individuals who follow…
Children's health
09 May 2012
Household Allergies
Transcript Allergies seem to be one of these conditions of modern living. Its one of those things we are seeing more of rather than less of as time goes by. On the plus side though, most allergies, not all, are not particularly serious but they are…
Children's health
22 Mar 2012
Scrambled Eggs
Use this recipe to make scrambled eggs with very little effort. Serve them for breakfast or a light meal which is healthy, with very little…
