A wave of gastroenteritis outbreaks in NSW has sent more than 3,300 children and adults rushing to the hospital. Around 49 outbreaks in NSW childcare and nursing homes have been reported. The numbers are increasing.
A study has revealed that HIV-infected mothers who have a strong immune system can benefit from a three-drug antiretroviral regimen during the breastfeeding period. Researchers found evidence that this therapy may eliminate HIV transmission to infants via breast milk.
PlayStation and Xbox fans can look forward to some great deals for both upcoming and big name titles alike. The new deals offered are in line with the Play 2016 and Deals with Gold offers.
Scientists have revealed that the gravitational pull between the moon and the sun does not only cause high and low tides on Earth. The tug can also cause a special type of earthquake on the San Andreas Fault. Scientists have come to this conclusion after analysing 81,000 low-frequency earthquakes along the San Andreas Fault.
Researchers from the National Institute of Geophysics and Volcanology in Rome have revealed that an “extinct” volcano is coming back to life. They have warned that if it erupts, it will be as violent as the Mt Vesuvius one that wiped out Pompeii completely.
Singapore researchers have found that kidney failure risks can be minimised by replacing red meat in one’s diet with other kinds of foods such as fish and poultry. As per the study findings, one serving of red meat, substituted with other sources of protein, resulted in a 62 percent reduction in risk of developing end-stage renal disease (ESRD).
Infinity Ward has given a few more insights to the weapons and vehicles that will be coming to “Call of Duty Infinite Warfare.” For starters, the design for SATO fleet’s Retribution was showcased in a recent Facebook Live event.
Scientists at the Victor Chang and Garvan Institutes has suggested that obese fathers who have decided to have a baby, may pass on metabolic problems to their sons, daughters and even grandchildren. Heart diseases and diabetes may also be passed on.
After a two metre crocodile was spotted sunbathing at the popular Barron River aquatic recreation area, swimmers have been urged not to take a plunge in Lake Placid.
US scientists at the Columbia University Medical Center have discovered that a toxic Alzheimer’s protein spreads inside the brain through the extracellular space that surrounds the brain's neurons. The protein spreads by jumping from one neuron to the other.
“Minecraft” players can look forward to new updates to two of its titles. The first is via the “Minecraft Windows 10 Edition” and the “Minecraft Pocket Edition,” both of which will get the 0.15.3 update.
The new Xbox One S will be available starting Aug. 2. That is, the 2TB version of the Xbox One S, which will be offered at US$400 (approx. AU$530) will be the first to hit the shelves.
Star Wars fans had enjoyed the Celebration Europe weekend with fellow fans of the franchise. This week, EA has revealed an official glimpse of its planned content for “Star Wars Battlefront.”
Medlab is all set to give cannabis Australia human trials a boost as it has launched a $5.36 million equity raising. The cash will be mainly used for accelerating a medicinal cannabis human trial program at a leading Australian oncology research hospital.
SpaceX is all set to send fresh cargo to the International Space Station (ISS) and it will include a handheld DNA sequencer that may one day help in detecting alien life forms.
Capcom is letting fans get into the action of the Capcom Pro Tour. A new expansion has been teased to bring new themed content in line with the new event.
An Australian study has revealed that women who smoke during pregnancy are at a risk of having boys with low sperm production in their adulthood.
Getting an Eevee to evolve the way you want it to in “Pokemon Go” may actually have a rather surefire way to accomplish. Reddit users have shared the trick, stating that this harks back to the original Pokemon anime to force the right Eeveelution.
In yet another startling Zika development, the first case of female-to-male sexual transmission of Zika virus has been announced in New York City. Experts now exploring female-to-female sexual transmission possibility.
Explore. Fight. Trade. Survive. These are the pillars with which players can truly enjoy “No Man’s Sky.” Developer Hello Games tries to showcase how each aspect adds to the overall appeal of the game, staring with Explore.
MDMA, commonly known as ecstasy, is classified as a Schedule-1 drug, which has a high abuse potential and no accepted medical use. However, two researchers have urged for rigorous scientific analysis of the drug’s effects.
The coming week will certainly be among the busiest for “Destiny” players. Bungie has scheduled a new Twitch stream for the upcoming expansion as well as the return of the Iron Banner.
A gap in the sun’s magnetic field is allowing heat from the star to escape into space. Discovered by NASA, the mysterious coronal hole may cause communications chaos on Earth.
Creative Assembly broadening the world and the locale in “Total War: Warhammer,” thanks to its first new campaign update.
The next fighter for “Pokken Tournament” has been revealed. This time, the game will see a new Legendary added to the game.
In just a few days, several people have been infected with the “Pokemon Go” fever. And it’s expected to continue for a while, as other countries continue to wait for the app’s arrival in their respective areas.
Microsoft may be readying a few things for the Xbox One S. First up is two possible bundles for the console.
In an unusual move to protect sharks in Great Barrier Reef, WWF Australia has made a $100,000 purchase of shark net licence. The move aimed at removing the licence from circulation.
New clinical study has shown that e-cigarettes may lead to significant reductions in exposure to harmful chemicals found in tobacco-cigarettes. This in turn helps in cutting the risks of tobacco-related illnesses that are thought to be caused by smoking real cigarettes. Smokers, who shift to smoking only e-cigarette, may find the effects quite similar to complete smoking cessation.
Marijuana legalisation may have had a positive impact with a reduction in prescription drug use among the disabled and the elderly, a new US study has revealed. Savings from reduced prescription drug use in areas where cannabis is legal was approximately US$165.2 million (AU$217 million) over the full year.
