http://bigpondnews.com/rssfeed/Health/ Latest Health articles. en Fri, 25 May 2012 14:40:54 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/25/Racism_impacting_indigenous_health_754021.html Advocates say racism in Vic's health organizations needs to be addressed to improve aboriginal healthcare. Fri, 25 May 2012 07:37:53 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/25/Racism_impacting_indigenous_health_754021.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/24/Flu_shots_may_offer_pregnancy_benefits_753584.html Women who get flu shots while pregnant could also be protecting the health of their babies after birth. Thu, 24 May 2012 00:20:35 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/24/Flu_shots_may_offer_pregnancy_benefits_753584.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/24/Aussies_ignore_skin_cancer_warnings_753463.html A survey has found Australians are ignoring warnings to have their skin regularly checked by professionals. Wed, 23 May 2012 18:39:33 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/24/Aussies_ignore_skin_cancer_warnings_753463.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/24/Lab_uses_skin_cells_to_help_repair_heart_753462.html Scientists have taken skin cells from hurt hearts and turned them into cells, able to repair cardiac muscle. Wed, 23 May 2012 18:38:19 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/24/Lab_uses_skin_cells_to_help_repair_heart_753462.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/24/Severe_malaria_treatments_developed_753461.html A new generation of anti-inflammatory drugs could improve survival for people struck down with malaria. Wed, 23 May 2012 18:36:21 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/24/Severe_malaria_treatments_developed_753461.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/23/24-hour_mental_health_help_line_launched_753242.html A new 24-hour help line for people with mental health problems has launched in NSW. Wed, 23 May 2012 01:28:28 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/23/24-hour_mental_health_help_line_launched_753242.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/23/Same-sex_UK_couples_could_get_free_IVF_753102.html British same-sex couples will be eligible for free fertility treatment under controversial new proposals. Tue, 22 May 2012 19:04:49 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/23/Same-sex_UK_couples_could_get_free_IVF_753102.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/22/Asylum_seekers_face_new_mental_illness_753015.html Australian researchers have identified a mental health syndrome they say is unique to asylum seekers. Tue, 22 May 2012 10:47:24 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/22/Asylum_seekers_face_new_mental_illness_753015.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/22/Third_of_SE_Asia_malaria_drugs_are_fake_752862.html More than a third of malaria drugs examined by scientists in South-East Asia were fake, doctors warned. Tue, 22 May 2012 03:43:40 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/22/Third_of_SE_Asia_malaria_drugs_are_fake_752862.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/22/Rudd_launches_cancer_initiative_752861.html Kevin Rudd is impressed by Paralympian and sarcoma cancer surviver Ellie Cole's abilities in the pool. Tue, 22 May 2012 03:41:24 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/22/Rudd_launches_cancer_initiative_752861.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/22/Alcohol_warnings_effectiveness_discussed_752804.html Talks will be hosted by the federal committee about alcohol warning labels and their effectiveness. Tue, 22 May 2012 01:15:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/22/Alcohol_warnings_effectiveness_discussed_752804.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/22/Doctor_used_patient_syringes_-_court_752735.html Prosecutors allege a doctor injected himself with an opioid drug before using the same syringe on patients. Mon, 21 May 2012 22:12:54 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/22/Doctor_used_patient_syringes_-_court_752735.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/21/Life_Ball_raises_HIV_and_Aids_awareness_752485.html Nearly 40,000 people and famous celebrities have come out in support of HIV research. Mon, 21 May 2012 04:41:04 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/21/Life_Ball_raises_HIV_and_Aids_awareness_752485.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/21/Suicide_HIV_may_rise_in_Qld_after_cuts_752445.html Suicide and HIV infection rates in the gay and lesbian community could rise if funding is pulled from Qld. Mon, 21 May 2012 03:11:48 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/21/Suicide_HIV_may_rise_in_Qld_after_cuts_752445.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/21/Close_to_40000_support_Life_Ball_752419.html Nearly 40,000 people and famous celebrities have come out in support of HIV research. Mon, 21 May 2012 02:13:01 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/21/Close_to_40000_support_Life_Ball_752419.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/21/Gender_issue_kids_suffer_depression_752353.html A review has revealed every teenager who sought treatment for gender disorder has suffered depression. Sun, 20 May 2012 23:44:55 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/21/Gender_issue_kids_suffer_depression_752353.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/21/Bin_the_gin_its_time_for_Dry_July_752352.html Organisers are hoping to get 12,500 people in Australia and NZ to take part in the fifth annual Dry July. Sun, 20 May 2012 23:44:53 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/21/Bin_the_gin_its_time_for_Dry_July_752352.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/20/Terminally_ill_mum_sues_insurer_752101.html A Brisbane single mum with terminal cancer is attempting to sue one of Qld's biggest superannuation funds. Sun, 20 May 2012 03:07:16 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/20/Terminally_ill_mum_sues_insurer_752101.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/20/Pfizer_recalls_Advil_Liqui-Gels_bottles_752100.html Pfizer Inc. has recalled more than 650,000 bottles of Advil pain-relief medicine due to a strong odor. Sun, 20 May 2012 03:03:48 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/20/Pfizer_recalls_Advil_Liqui-Gels_bottles_752100.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/20/Father_blames_hospital_for_baby_death_752099.html An investigation is underway into the death of a baby born in a hospital waiting room in England. Sun, 20 May 2012 03:02:07 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/20/Father_blames_hospital_for_baby_death_752099.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/20/Former_pet_dog_cloned_752098.html A US man has given a whole new meaning to the phrase 'puppy love', forking out $100,000 to clone his dog. Sun, 20 May 2012 02:58:23 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/20/Former_pet_dog_cloned_752098.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/20/Pregnancy_weight_control_helpful_-_study_752033.html The common belief that pregnant women can eat for two has been scotched by new research. Sat, 19 May 2012 21:28:56 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/20/Pregnancy_weight_control_helpful_-_study_752033.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/19/Chloesterol_lowering_drugs_for_all_751758.html There are calls for every Australian over the age of 50 to be given cholesterol lowering drugs. Fri, 18 May 2012 20:51:38 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/19/Chloesterol_lowering_drugs_for_all_751758.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/19/Pregnancy_weight_control_helpful_study_751722.html Research has suggested controlling weight during pregnancy can be beneficial. Fri, 18 May 2012 18:34:56 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/19/Pregnancy_weight_control_helpful_study_751722.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/18/Drug_could_boost_brain_cancer_survival_751506.html A new drug could help prolong the life of people diagnosed with brain cancer, Australian researchers say. Fri, 18 May 2012 01:15:04 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/18/Drug_could_boost_brain_cancer_survival_751506.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/17/Buzz_on_coffee_gets_sweeter_751110.html After years of research, a big study has found coffee drinkers are a little more likely to live longer. Wed, 16 May 2012 22:15:56 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/17/Buzz_on_coffee_gets_sweeter_751110.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/17/Breastfeeding_halves_SIDS_risk_751088.html Breastfeeding halves the chances of a baby dying suddenly, according to a child health group. Wed, 16 May 2012 21:01:29 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/17/Breastfeeding_halves_SIDS_risk_751088.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/16/Chemicals_may_reduce_sperm_count_751014.html A study says exposure to everyday chemicals in the environment may affect a man's sperm count. Wed, 16 May 2012 10:51:55 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/16/Chemicals_may_reduce_sperm_count_751014.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/15/Britain_bedeviled_by_binge_drinking_750407.html Binge drinking in Britain is costing the National Health Service STG2.7 billion ($A4.36 billion) a year. Mon, 14 May 2012 22:45:47 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/15/Britain_bedeviled_by_binge_drinking_750407.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/15/Fast_food_giants_facing_fat_tax_750406.html Fast food giants face local govt rate increases in a bid to tackle the nation's obesity epidemic. Mon, 14 May 2012 22:45:44 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/15/Fast_food_giants_facing_fat_tax_750406.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/14/Diabates_sufferers_suffer_depression_750252.html Diabetes Australia has accused the govt of putting a budget surplus above the health of diabetes sufferers. Mon, 14 May 2012 10:52:46 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/14/Diabates_sufferers_suffer_depression_750252.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/14/Pregnant_obese_women_face_birth_risks_750251.html Australian and NZ pregnant women who are obese are at greater risk of complications when pregnant. Mon, 14 May 2012 10:40:44 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/14/Pregnant_obese_women_face_birth_risks_750251.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/14/Mentally_ill_carers_are_suffering_750111.html A study finds the role for mentally ill carers impacts their relationships, employment and finances. Mon, 14 May 2012 02:07:57 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/14/Mentally_ill_carers_are_suffering_750111.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/14/Free_blood_pressure_checks_across_Vic_750050.html Free blood pressure checks will be available at pharmacies as part of a campaign against strokes. Sun, 13 May 2012 23:29:21 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/14/Free_blood_pressure_checks_across_Vic_750050.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/14/Footy_codes_warned_on_head_injuries_750049.html Experts say Aussie football codes must investigate head injuries to ensure the safety of players. Sun, 13 May 2012 23:14:17 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/14/Footy_codes_warned_on_head_injuries_750049.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/13/Some_likely_to_be_awake_in_operations_749859.html Some patients could be more likely to be awake during operations due to a genetic resistance to anaesthesia. Sun, 13 May 2012 07:13:10 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/13/Some_likely_to_be_awake_in_operations_749859.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/13/Diabetes_Awareness_on_Mothers_Day_749769.html The Australian Diabetes Council is using this Mothers Day to highlight gestational diabetes. Sun, 13 May 2012 00:27:44 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/13/Diabetes_Awareness_on_Mothers_Day_749769.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/13/Mothers_Day_fun_runs_raise_millions_749767.html Thousands of Australians have run through streets to raise money for breast cancer on Mother's Day. Sun, 13 May 2012 00:13:45 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/13/Mothers_Day_fun_runs_raise_millions_749767.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/13/Oakeshott_admits_to_battling_disease_749765.html MP Rob Oakeshott has revealed he is fighting a battle after being diagnosed with Graves' disease in 2010. Sun, 13 May 2012 00:06:02 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/13/Oakeshott_admits_to_battling_disease_749765.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/13/Sleep_deprivation_common_in_Australia_749763.html Australian's are filing for more than five million prescriptions for sleeping pills each year - study. Sat, 12 May 2012 23:56:26 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/13/Sleep_deprivation_common_in_Australia_749763.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/13/Eggs_worth_hundreds_of_pounds_749707.html Female students at Cambridge University say they have been offered hundreds of pounds to become egg donors. Sat, 12 May 2012 21:47:35 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/13/Eggs_worth_hundreds_of_pounds_749707.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/12/Hypnosis_could_work_like_an_anaesthetic_749633.html A psychiatrist says hypnosis could be more widely used for pain relief as an alternative to anaesthesia. Sat, 12 May 2012 13:07:41 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/12/Hypnosis_could_work_like_an_anaesthetic_749633.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/12/VO2_max_test_to_aid_weight_loss_749432.html A simple test has shown that people can work out less and still lose weight. Fri, 11 May 2012 20:47:23 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/12/VO2_max_test_to_aid_weight_loss_749432.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/11/Indigenous_obesity_could_widen_the_gap_749219.html AMA Queensland says spiraling obesity rates in remote Aboriginal communities could 'widen the gap'. Fri, 11 May 2012 03:00:06 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/11/Indigenous_obesity_could_widen_the_gap_749219.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/11/Health_advisers_back_pill_to_block_HIV_749175.html A panel of US health advisers has endorsed the first drug to prevent HIV infection in healthy people. Fri, 11 May 2012 00:37:44 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/11/Health_advisers_back_pill_to_block_HIV_749175.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/11/Smokers_job_chances_up_in_smoke_749181.html Smokers are being told not to apply in online job advertisements. Fri, 11 May 2012 00:12:02 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/11/Smokers_job_chances_up_in_smoke_749181.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/11/Pedometers_improve_health_749177.html Research shows office workers who wore a pedometer for four months substantially improved their wellbeing. Fri, 11 May 2012 00:12:01 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/11/Pedometers_improve_health_749177.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/11/Meditation_improves_wellbeing_-_study_749180.html Researchers have found people who meditated for two years had higher levels of health and wellbeing. Fri, 11 May 2012 00:12:01 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/11/Meditation_improves_wellbeing_-_study_749180.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/11/Dementia_therapy_one_step_closer_749179.html Researchers believe they are a step closer to developing therapies for dementia. Fri, 11 May 2012 00:12:01 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/11/Dementia_therapy_one_step_closer_749179.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/11/Weight_loss_improves_fertility_749178.html Research shows obese women who lost weight during fertility treatment had higher pregnancy success rates. Fri, 11 May 2012 00:12:01 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/11/Weight_loss_improves_fertility_749178.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/11/Yoghurt_boosts_testicle_growth_749176.html US scientists have discovered male mice who consume yoghurt grow larger testicles. Fri, 11 May 2012 00:12:01 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/11/Yoghurt_boosts_testicle_growth_749176.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/09/Bugs_cause_millions_of_cancer_cases_748558.html Experts believe bacteria, viruses and parasites cause around 2 million cases of cancer worldwide each year. Wed, 09 May 2012 03:01:16 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/09/Bugs_cause_millions_of_cancer_cases_748558.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/09/Cuts_on_duty-free_tobacco_welcomed_748524.html The federal budget's clampdown on duty-free tobacco sales has been welcomed by health groups. Wed, 09 May 2012 01:15:37 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/09/Cuts_on_duty-free_tobacco_welcomed_748524.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/09/New_clues_for_a_universal_flu_vaccine_748509.html Researchers say they have found clues that may help the search for a universal vaccine against seasonal flu. Wed, 09 May 2012 00:06:15 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/09/New_clues_for_a_universal_flu_vaccine_748509.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/09/Phone_credit_a_bonus_for_Isa_STI_checks_748504.html The Qld govt will offer Mount Isa teenagers mobile phone credit in exchange for sexual health checks. Tue, 08 May 2012 23:56:55 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/09/Phone_credit_a_bonus_for_Isa_STI_checks_748504.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/09/Intervention_needed_for_type_2_diabetes_748503.html Researchers say type 2 diabetes in Australia could be reduced by programs targeting high-risk groups. Tue, 08 May 2012 23:56:54 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/09/Intervention_needed_for_type_2_diabetes_748503.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/08/Dental_aged_care_focus_of_health_budget_748267.html The govt to inject $1b of new spending into dental and aged care as the centre pieces of the health budget. Tue, 08 May 2012 10:41:20 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/08/Dental_aged_care_focus_of_health_budget_748267.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/08/1b_for_disability_insurance_scheme_748261.html The National Disability Insurance Scheme to receive $1 b in the budget for the early stage of its roll out. Tue, 08 May 2012 10:38:46 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/08/1b_for_disability_insurance_scheme_748261.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/08/Chemical_could_lead_to_cancer_748116.html A study of foetal exposure to BPA shows the chemical could contribute to breast cancer in women. Tue, 08 May 2012 05:11:54 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/08/Chemical_could_lead_to_cancer_748116.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/08/No_end_to_US_obesity_epidemic_-_forecast_748115.html A new forecast predicts that by 2030, 42 per cent of US adults will be obese Tue, 08 May 2012 05:10:42 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/08/No_end_to_US_obesity_epidemic_-_forecast_748115.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/08/Legal_drugs_cause_most_Vic_overdoses_748114.html Ambulance Victoria figures show alcohol remains the city's single biggest troublemaking drug. Tue, 08 May 2012 05:08:54 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/08/Legal_drugs_cause_most_Vic_overdoses_748114.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/08/Psychopath_brains_structurally_different_748113.html Researchers have found evidence of brain abnormalities in psychopaths convicted of violent offences. Tue, 08 May 2012 05:06:51 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/08/Psychopath_brains_structurally_different_748113.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/08/Pregnant_asthmatic_women_taking_risks_748104.html A study shows pregnant women who stop taking asthma medication are putting their unborn babies at risk. Tue, 08 May 2012 04:43:01 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/08/Pregnant_asthmatic_women_taking_risks_748104.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/07/Doctors_need_to_address_older_workforce_747675.html NSW health professionals say doctors need to address the issue of an ageing workforce. Mon, 07 May 2012 02:16:35 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/07/Doctors_need_to_address_older_workforce_747675.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/07/Dentists_wary_of_budget_package_747674.html A budget package with cuts to dental waiting lists is being viewed with scepticism by the profession. Mon, 07 May 2012 02:16:33 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/07/Dentists_wary_of_budget_package_747674.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/07/Blood_test_clue_to_prostate_cancer_747673.html Research has shown a blood test for missing or duplicated DNA could predict relapsing prostate cancer. Mon, 07 May 2012 02:16:32 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/07/Blood_test_clue_to_prostate_cancer_747673.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/07/Bowel_cancer_funding_criticised_747672.html Bowel Cancer Australia has criticised a $50m pre-budget funding announcement for bowel cancer screening. Mon, 07 May 2012 02:16:30 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/07/Bowel_cancer_funding_criticised_747672.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/07/Researchers_closer_to_meningitis_vaccine_747671.html Australian researchers say they are a step closer to developing a vaccine against a type of meningitis. Mon, 07 May 2012 02:16:29 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/07/Researchers_closer_to_meningitis_vaccine_747671.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/06/RNSH_staff_problems_escalate_-_Robertson_747345.html The staff crisis at RNSH has escalated with appointments for nearly 400 foot patients suspended. Sun, 06 May 2012 03:29:21 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/06/RNSH_staff_problems_escalate_-_Robertson_747345.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/06/Budget_includes_500m_dentisty_package_747315.html The federal govt is putting aside just over $500m on what it describes as a blitz on dental waiting lists. Sun, 06 May 2012 02:18:49 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/06/Budget_includes_500m_dentisty_package_747315.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/06/Jamie_Oliver_backs_healthy_cooking_747314.html Chef Jamie Oliver and footballer Steven Gerrard have joined forces to fight obesity through cooking classes. Sun, 06 May 2012 02:13:44 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/06/Jamie_Oliver_backs_healthy_cooking_747314.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/06/Freezing_embryos_can_reduce_risks-_study_747257.html A study has found freezing embryos significantly decreases the risk of birth defects associated with ART. Sat, 05 May 2012 22:32:55 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/06/Freezing_embryos_can_reduce_risks-_study_747257.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/05/School_and_happiness_link_rejected_747153.html Staying in education longer may make a person smarter, but it may not make them happier, new research shows. Sat, 05 May 2012 12:52:51 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/05/School_and_happiness_link_rejected_747153.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/05/Free_bowel_cancer_screening_with_budget_746984.html A $50 million boost from the fed govt will mean more people will be able to get free bowel cancer screens. Sat, 05 May 2012 02:25:18 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/05/Free_bowel_cancer_screening_with_budget_746984.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/05/Aussies_biggest_worry_is_work_746926.html Work has been found as the biggest worry for Australian's, affecting sleep and physical health - study. Fri, 04 May 2012 22:23:23 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/05/Aussies_biggest_worry_is_work_746926.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/05/Disgusting_Sydney_hospital_inspection_746917.html Staff at a major Sydney hospital will hold off on industrial action while a referee inspects the facility. Fri, 04 May 2012 22:08:30 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/05/Disgusting_Sydney_hospital_inspection_746917.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/05/India_slashes_cancer_drug_price_746916.html Indian drugs giant Cipla says it has slashed up to 76 per cent of prices for medicines used to treat cancer. Fri, 04 May 2012 21:27:22 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/05/India_slashes_cancer_drug_price_746916.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/05/Seaus_brain_donated_for_NFL_research_746912.html The family of former NFL star Junior Seau will donate his brain for research into repetitive head injuries. Fri, 04 May 2012 21:19:14 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/05/Seaus_brain_donated_for_NFL_research_746912.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/03/Aspirin_found_good_for_heart_failure_746203.html A study says aspirin works as well as blood thinner warfarin, or Coumadin, in patients with heart failure. Wed, 02 May 2012 22:22:11 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/03/Aspirin_found_good_for_heart_failure_746203.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/03/Bird_flu_claims_victim_in_Indonesia_746159.html A two-year-old boy has died of bird flu in Indonesia, becoming the country's seventh fatality this year. Wed, 02 May 2012 19:41:31 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/03/Bird_flu_claims_victim_in_Indonesia_746159.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/03/Scientists_learn_how_to_reset_body_clock_746158.html Scientists are working towards developing drugs that target genes crucial to regulating our body clocks. Wed, 02 May 2012 19:41:31 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/03/Scientists_learn_how_to_reset_body_clock_746158.html http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/03/One_in_10_babies_are_born_premature_746157.html A UN-sponsored report shows 15 million babies, or one in 10 around the world are born premature every year. Wed, 02 May 2012 19:41:31 GMT http://bigpondnews.com/articles/Health/2012/05/03/One_in_10_babies_are_born_premature_746157.html