The role of sexual behaviour has become a major point of debate since the World Health Organization declared the global monkeypox outbreak a public health emergency of international concern, and the … [+3367 chars]
Stress is widely considered to be part and parcel of the modern day lifestyle, often but rightly condemned for being responsible for its severe impact on ease of living. Interestingly, a new study qu… [+3577 chars]
Relaxing outside on a summer evening what could be nicer? Then, someone gets a mosquito bite, and the onslaught begins. As the mosquitoes feast on their chosen targets, others escape unscathed but wh… [+8174 chars]
Ring vaccination, which has been used successfully to contain smallpox and Ebola outbreaks, means to vaccinate a "ring" of people around the infected rather than vaccinating an entire population, ide… [+2918 chars]
Every month there seems to be a new diet doing the rounds online. One of the latest is the Nordic diet, which some claim could be better for your health than the Mediterranean diet. And research is… [+5738 chars]
Pine pollen over forestry in Hawke's Bay last year. Photo / Paul TaylorBreak out the tissues if you haven't already. The pollen season has arrived early this year in Hawke's Bay. Pine pollen - which… [+2270 chars]
LONDON — Is physical activity the key to a stronger mind? Two in three people believe it just may be, according to a recent survey, and health experts agree. In fact, relieving stress can be as simpl… [+6667 chars]
Cancers of the sinonasal tract are rare, and outcomes remain dismal despite recent progress in cancer treatment on the whole. A review published in CA: A Cancer Journal for Clinicians, aimed to chara… [+4714 chars]
Scientists announced Wednesday they have restored blood flow and cell function throughout the bodies of pigs that were dead for an hour, in a breakthrough experts say could mean we need to update the… [+4858 chars]
Three years ago, I walked from my office in a hospital to meet my boss, a neurosurgeon. On the way, I felt my entire body slow down. After two minutes, I felt something off and I turned around to go … [+5830 chars]
There’s nothing more frustrating than dieting but not losing weight or meeting your health goals. No diet should be so restrictive as to interfere with your day-to-day life, but when you make comprom… [+15699 chars]
One of the most persistent burdens surrounding obstructive sleep apnea is the frequently delay in diagnosis by clinicians and initiated care for affected patients. Its critical for caregivers and at-… [+2300 chars]