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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.

Can Wikipedia help predict virus outbreaks?

Scientists say Wikipedia can help them predict virus outbreaks nearly a month before health officials.

A single kiss shares 80 million bugs

A single 10-second kiss can transfer as many as 80 million bacteria, a study by Dutch scientists has found.

Shift work ages the brain, dulls intellect

Working anti-social hours can prematurely age your brain and dull intellectual ability.

Disease detecting technology: do you feel safe knowing?

Last week Google announced they are working on a device that can detect heart attacks and cancer.

Nigeria declared Ebola-free by W.H.O

A statement released by the World Health Organisation has declared Nigeria free of Ebola.

Uncovering the genome of the house fly may help understand disease in humans

Scientists have mapped the genome of the common house fly and given valuable insight into our own immune systems.

Sleeping pills linked to 51 per cent increased Alzheimer’s risk

The long-term use of sleeping pills have been linked to a 51% increased risk of Alzheimer’s in the elderly.

Experimental Ebola drug found to be 100 per cent effective

Clinical trials of an experimental drug to treat Ebola, prove 100 per cent effective in monkey studies.

Scientists identify genetic cause of lupus

For the first time, Australian scientists have identified the genetic cause of lupus in a specific individual.

Williams’ death highlights link between Parkinson’s and Depression

Robin Williams’ death has drawn public attention to the correlation between depression and Parkinson’s disease.

6 health symptoms you shouldn’t ignore

Pain is the body’s way of telling you that there is something wrong, so if you are experiencing any of these symptoms you should seek medical assistance.

New breakthrough in schizophrenia research

New research into the psychiatric disorder is being praised as scientists inch closer to developing more effective treatments.

High blood pressure could prevent dementia in the very elderly

A study finds significant evidence that supports the benefit of high blood pressure late in life.

New blood test detects 14 types of cancer

US scientists have developed a potentially life-saving cancer detecting blood test.

The SCAR Project – Beyond the scars of breast cancer

The SCAR Project exhibition reveals how inner beauty and strength can transcend even the deepest scars of young women living with breast cancer.

Eye tests used to detect early onset of Alzheimer’s disease

Studies have revealed that eye checks may hold the key to identifying Alzheimer’s before the disease takes hold.

A bad gut could be linked to Parkinson’s and MS

Scientists have discovered a link between common stomach issues like bloating and gas, and degenerative diseases.

Crohn’s and Colitis Awareness Month

Ulcerative colitis is a debilitating disease that affects that the young. One young woman breaks the silence on this illness by sharing her story for Colitis Awareness Month.

Fruit and vegetables protect pancreas

People who eat more fruit and veg are the least likely to develop pancreatic diseases according to an Auckland University study.

Facebook app to focus on dementia

A new app will give Facebook users the chance to experience what it could be like living with dementia.

The making of our May red shoot

Go behind the scenes of our special Heart Foundation red shoot this month, where we photograph women from different walks of life who have been touched by heart disease or illness.

Could a chocolate pill boost heart health?

Not sure if you should be reaching for a piece of chocolate? Then read on, as a new study may help you decide.

HIV protection gel, one step closer

A gel that can be applied by women after sex could protect them from the risk of HIV infection.

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