A new variant of the coronavirus was found in a population of white-tailed deer in Ontario, Canada, and later a similar strand was found in a human who had contact with the deer, according to a new s… [+2655 chars]
When it comes to weight loss, many of us have dabbled in the latest diets. But whether you're cutting carbs or keeping to keto, new research from the University of South Australia shows that diet tre… [+3498 chars]
An analysis of data from a large, nationally representative survey of the US population shows that e-cigarette use is associated with increased odds of prediabetes. The findings, which are reported i… [+4045 chars]
<ul><li>Lavender spray bottle sold at Walmart in October 2021 contained deadly, rare bacteria</li><li>The rare bacteria found was Burkholderia pseudomallei, which causes an illness known as melioidos… [+3096 chars]
Simultaneous measurement of dozens of types of fats in the blood ("lipidomics") can predict the risk of developing type 2 diabetes (T2D) and cardiovascular disease (CVD) years in the future, accordin… [+3987 chars]
In a recent study posted to the bioRxiv* preprint server, researchers assessed the efficacy of 8G3, a B-cell neutralizing antibody, and several emergence use authorization (EUA) antibodies against se… [+5410 chars]
Blood vessels are pretty important when it comes to the healthy functioning of the body, and researchers and health professionals need to know as much as possible about where these tiny transport cha… [+3140 chars]
Communication between brain areas is crucial for the brain to correctly process sensory signals and adopt an appropriate behavioural response. Yet, dysfunctions in these communication pathways could … [+3838 chars]
Australian bull ants have evolved a venom molecule perfectly tuned to target one of their predators -- the echidna -- that also could have implications for people with long-term pain, University of Q… [+2170 chars]
As we get older, many of us find we cant walk or move the way we used to. While this can be partly explained as an inevitable symptom of ageing, a range of diseases including Parkinsons disease, sarc… [+5330 chars]
Cancer treatment in Australia has come a long way, however can still leave patients with ongoing issues affecting the heart. Picture: Shutterstock.
The birth of Mandy Strickland's first son was one of the happiest moments of her life, but a throwaway remark from a midwife about her weight tainted it.
