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New app allows epileptics to pre-empt seizures

Medical researches in Japan have developed an app that monitors heart rates of epileptics, pre-empting seizures.

Britain becomes first country to pass three-person IVF laws

In a landmark decision, Britain has become the first country in the world to allow IVF procedures that involve three people.

How often should you wash your towels and pyjamas?

Towels, wash cloths and pyjamas should be washed frequently to stop the spread of bacteria and gut organisms.

Canada rules in favour of euthanasia

Canada’s supreme court has unanimously overturned a ban on medically-assisted euthanasia.

Drinking red wine or grape juice could aid weight loss

Drinking red wine, grape juice or eating red grapes in moderation could help overweight people burn fat more easily.

Primary trials begin in Liberia for Ebola Vaccine

In the latest advancement in the fight against Ebola in West Africa, a trial vaccine has been delivered to a secret location in Liberia.

Eight-year-old girl stumbles across cancer cure breakthrough

An young girl stumbles across a potential cancer cure breakthrugh while chatting to her parents at the dinner table.

Heartburn could be early indicator for cancer

A UK public health campaign is urging people to not ignore heartburn as it could be a sign of stomach or oesophageal cancer.

Australian boy given artificial pancreas to manage his diabetes

Four-year-old Australian boy Xavier Hames has become the first person in the world to receive an artificial pancreas.

Can turmeric prevent fear from being stored in brain?

Turmeric, our favourite wonder spice is being heralded for banishing fear from our brains.

Learn anywhere, any time

From Yale to Massey, the number of free online courses available globally from leading universities looks set to continue to rise in 2015.

Get Home Safe app helps thousands reach home safely

The first app of its kind, Get Home Safe is helping thousands of people reach home safely.

Tea breaks boost mood and creativity

The act of preparing and drinking a cup of tea boosts mood and creative potential, according to new research.

The Man Manual

From erectile dysfunction to depression and hair loss, find out what’s holding men back, what to be aware of and what can be done to manage men’s health issues.

What does your tongue say about your health?

A close inspection of your tongue (and everything surrounding it) can reveal a lot about your overall health.

Treating bites and stings in the great outdoors

We love the great outdoors, but if you’re heading into the bush this holidays, learn how to be fully prepared.

Keeping safe on the roads this summer

Travelling in the car these holidays? What should you pack to keep the family safe?

HIV is becoming less deadly and less infectious

As HIV spreads, it is evolving to become less deadly and much less infectious.

Experminetal drug cures terminal bladder cancer

A new experimental drug makes cancer vulnerable to the body’s immune system.

Professor Margaret Brimble leads pioneering medical breakthrough

The University of Auckland’s Professor Margaret Brimble has discovered a breakthrough drug to treat a severe neurodevelopmental disorder with the FDA.

Drowning: the hidden childhood killer

What claims more than 300,000 children’s lives each year – more than tuberculosis or measles?

World Toilet Day

Silence is deafening, especially when it comes to sanitation.

$1 contraceptive soon available to world’s poorest countries

69 of the world’s poorest countries will soon have access to a $1 contraceptive pill.

Experts call for more women to screen for cervical cancer

11% of women aged between 21 and 65 have not screened for cervical cancer in the past five years, findings from the recently released federal report have shown.

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