Cancer
10 Mar 2014
Secondary Thyroid Cancer More Deadly than Primary Malignancy in Young Individuals
A new analysis has found that adolescents and young adults who develop thyroid cancer as a secondary cancer have a significantly greater risk of dying…
Blood
09 Mar 2014
Diabetes Australia Victoria
Diabetes Australia was established in 1984, and is the national body for people affected by all types of diabetes and those at risk.
Children's health
06 Mar 2014
Low birth weight reduces ability to metabolise drugs
Researchers have identified another concern related to low birth weight – a difference in how the body reacts to drugs, which may last a person’s…
Children's health
01 Mar 2014
A genetic basis for cortisol excess
An international team of researchers led by an endocrinologist at LMU has identified genetic mutations that result in uncontrolled synthesis and secretion of the stress…
Men's Health
25 Feb 2014
Sexpert Q/A: Is my partner cheating?
Infidelity or having an affair often involves breaking secrecy and not telling the truth, which can undermine a marriage or relationship.
Uncategorised
25 Feb 2014
Colostomy following bowel cancer: Amber tells all
After bowel cancer treatment, Amber must live with a colostomy bag to remove excrement from her colon. This is her experience.
Lungs
22 Feb 2014
Household mould a trigger for increased asthma risk
Reducing the presence of mould in the home may reduce asthma in middle-aged adults according to new research led by the University of Melbourne in…
Children's health
14 Feb 2014
Extended exposure to caffeine and sucrose impacts behaviour and brain chemistry
New research suggests the long-term consumption of caffeinated sugar-sweetened drinks in place of water can cause lasting changes to behaviour, having profound effects on brain…
Children's health
13 Feb 2014
Bedwetting: Treatments
Generally there are two main types of treatment for bedwetting. These are alarms and medication.
