Cart is empty The first published results of a new Australian human milk research collaboration have shed new light on the gut-boosting, life-saving potential of carbohydrates known as HMOs, vital components of breastmilk produced by mothers during lactation.
Is it a cold, flu or hay fever? How to tell symptoms apart, and boost your immune system
As the crisp autumn air sets in and leaves turn to shades of red and gold, many of us eagerly anticipate the seasonal delights that come with the autumn and winter months. But, for some, these seasons also bring an unwelcome guest: hay fever.
Oral contraceptive pill users less likely to report depression, according to study
A new study has shown that women who are taking the oral contraceptive pill are less likely to report depression.
Nurses need a ‘voice’ in decision-making to improve retention, research shows
Nurses working in general practice during the COVID-19 pandemic felt largely “forgotten” and undervalued, with many considering future career changes, according to the findings of a new study.
Predictors of vertigo after endolymphatic sac surgery identified in Meniere disease
Audiogram type and pure-tone threshold average can predict vertigo after endolymphatic sac decompression (ESD) in Meniere disease (MD), according to a study published online Sept. 25 in the European Archives in Oto-Rhino-Laryngology.
ERB freezes petroleum prices for November
By NATION REPORTER
The Energy Regulation Board (ERB) has maintained the prices of fuel for the month of November.
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Can I actually target areas to lose fat, like my belly?
Spend some time scrolling social media and you’re all-but-guaranteed to see an ad promising to help you with targeted fat loss. These ads promote a concept known as “spot reduction,” claiming you can burn fat in a specific body area, usually the belly, with specially designed exercises or workouts.
New study uncovers the underlying complexity of brain synapses
A new study published in Cell is reshaping our understanding of the fundamental building blocks of the brain, the proteins that are present at synapses. Titled “The proteomic landscape of synaptic diversity across brain regions and cell types,” the research delves deep into the intricate world of synapses, the vital connections between neurons.
Kids are exposed to violent war images: Trauma expert sets out how you can protect them
In today’s screen-filled world, many children and teens have nearly continuous access to media. Estimates from the United States suggest that school-age children spend four to six hours per day watching or using screens. Adolescents spend as much as nine hours a day on screens.
Online misinformation about noisy knees is influencing people to make poor health choices
From cracking, clicks and popping sounds, it is estimated knee crepitus affects up to 70% of people.