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Dogs found to experience jealousy

Dog owners were right all along, as a study finds our furry friends have the capacity to experience jealousy.

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.

The “5 second rule” is real

Researchers breathe new life into the “five second rule” when it comes to food being dropped on the floor.

Research reveals genetic similarities among friends

Those who consider friends as family, have been on to something all along, as studies discover that they most likely share the same DNA.

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.

Earth on brink of mass extinction event, study says

Earth is on the brink of a mass extinction event comparable in scale to that which wiped out the dinosaurs 65 million years ago, study finds.

Paraplegic teen kicks off World Cup

Using a mind-controlled robotic exoskeleton, a paraplegic makes the first kick off at Rio’s World Cup.

Antibiotic-resistant bacteria found in squid

Canadian researchers have discovered antibiotic-resistant bacteria in raw squid.

Could learning another language stop your brain from ageing?

Learning a second language, even later in life, can have a positive impact on the brain and may stave off dementia.

Sugar, not fat, the greatest risk of obesity

When it comes to obesity, fat may not be our friend but sugar is definitely the enemy, say US filmmakers.

Young blood reverses signs of ageing in mice

A US study has shown that ‘young’ blood can help to combat and even reverse signs of ageing in mice.

Poor diet linked to worsening asthma

Processed food, fat and refined sugar, are contributing to increased asthma prevalence and inhibiting effectiveness of ventolin treatment.

Heart of the matter

Heart disease kills three times more women than breast cancer. Yet the tragedy is that it is mostly preventable. The good news is that we can improve our heart health and beat this epidemic. The first step is awareness and a heart health check.

Coffee could help reduce your risk of type 2 diabetes

Not sure if you should be reaching for that third coffee? There may be some health merit to your daily caffeine ritual.

Scientists identify skin cancer gene mutation

Scientists say they are one step closer to understanding why some families are at a greater risk of skin cancer.

X-rays reveal how the fly flies

In the time it takes a human to blink an eye, a fly can beat it wings 50 times. Take a look inside the fly and see how its flight engine works.

When should you start to lose baby weight?

New scientific evidence has emerged suggesting a timeframe for losing weight after birth.

Active mums have active children

A UK study suggests the more active a mother is the more physically active her children will be.

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.

Could cooking meat be a dementia risk?

New research has us asking if the chemicals released when browning meat could increase our risk of dementia.

DNA test could predict deadliest cancer risk

A DNA test could predict which men will face the highest risk of deadly prostate cancer.

Lifestyle changes could reduce miscarriage risk

A new study in Denmark has shown more than a quarter of first-time miscarriages could be avoided through lifestyle changes.

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