American researchers are claiming that supposed human encounters with aliens and unidentified flying objects (UFO) may just be dreams based on results of a sleep experiment.
Ascariasis, an intestinal infection caused by a parasitic roundworm, has plagued man for the longest time, affecting over one billion people in China, South East Asia, South America, and in Africa.
When preparing to deliver a baby, physicians look at fetal heart rate patterns to guide them in deciding whether or not to perform a C-section. But without a standard to guide physicians during those critical hours, doctors and nurses often resort to guessing.
Victoria officials are considering Shepparton as one of four locations across Victoria for a new mental health facility, which is aimed at providing Aussie youths with mental health care as well as vocational support.
Defense team for Doctor Conrad Murray presented witnesses who testified the good works of the physician.
Jennifer Aniston shares a blissful relationship with Justin Theroux as they are being rumored of tying knot or expecting to have a baby.
Better management of data could substantially raise vaccination rates, U.S. public health researchers say. A group of researchers from the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health estimated that the coverage of vaccination around the world could be significantly improved by combining administrative data with survey data.
Designer Sarah Burton tells how she feels about designing the now iconic wedding dress worn by Kate Middleton.
Young people at risk of depression are more likely to listen habitually and repetitively to heavy metal music. University of Melbourne researcher Dr Katrina McFerran has found.
Chosen as this year's model for the annual Fantasy bra, Kerr has been hitting the exercise circuit pretty hard.
Watch out! Consuming large amounts of soda may not be advantageous to the health because of four hazardous ingredients.
A group of college undergraduates from the Johns Hopkins University has developed yeast - an ingredient which helps bread rise - that has been tweaked to contain vitamins, called VitaYeast.
Ex husband and wife Jen Aniston and Brad Pitt both rule on having the hottest bodies in Hollywood.
Who would have thought that just by having cataract surgery, patients with Alzheimer's would not only improve their vision, but also their lives?
A study has found that teenagers are more likely to be aggressive and violent if they consume more than five cans of soda a week.
How did the famous singer celebrate her 27th birthday?
Some sceptics may view hypnosis as a hoax, but a multidisciplinary group of researchers may have found proof that there is such a thing.
The troublesome starlet might end up on the pages of Playboy magazine for January.
Beginning next week some patients in South Australian hospitals will have bedside touch screen computers under a $36.7 million deal between Telstra and the medical institutions.
Cannabis, which is popularly known to have a lot of names, have either been used medicinally or as a recreational drug. But research suggests that it can leave its users schizophrenic.
Ever hear of the expression “follow your gut feeling?” As it turns out, scientists have found a way to literally follow what your gut is feeling.
Negotiations between the customs workers union and the Australian government over pay increase broke down on Tuesday and the one-day strike at airports will go ahead on Thursday.
Gas leaked from a ruptured pipe in a section of Bathurst's central business district on Tuesday and firefighters closed the area and evacuated people.
Strawberries, those ruby-red fruits that have always been known to give us antioxidants and vitamin C, now have a new benefit – treating ulcers.
Despite Australians delaying having a baby because of concerns over financial future, a record 297,900 babies were born in 2010.
More time spent outdoors reduces the risk of nearsightedness, or myopia, in children and adolescents, says a study from the University of Cambridge.
Who would have thought that living in rural areas could lead to women getting diagnosed with late-stage cancer?
The increasing popularity of coffee and tobacco products has lead to a teeth whitening craze, which includes regular use of whitening trays, toothpastes, mouth rinses, and strips applied to the teeth for extended periods of time.
Rats exposed to antidepressants just before and after birth manifest behaviors that mimic the symptoms of autism, according to a new study that was partially funded by the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH).
Loretta Lynn, country music singer, was diagnosed with Pneumonia. She was hospitalized on Saturday causing her to miss two of her live performances. Lynn’s website constantly updates people on the health status of the 76 year old singer.
