Tough nuts: why peanuts trigger such powerful allergic reactions

Dec 16, 2019 03:58 am UTC| Health

Food allergens are the scourge of the modern school lunchbox. Many foods contain proteins that can set off an oversized immune reaction and one of the fiercest is the humble peanut. Around 3% of children in Australia...

E-cigarette facts you should know before you vape

Dec 13, 2019 14:51 pm UTC| Health

The use of electronic cigarettes or vaping is often viewed as a safer alternative to inhaling tobacco smoke. But a recent rise of vaping-related issues is making people question if that really is the case. Using...

Leukemia breakthrough: Scientists discover drug that may help fight the cancer

Dec 13, 2019 09:15 am UTC| Health

While there is no definitive cure for cancer just yet, scientists continue to research and experiment with various methods of treatment. Recently it was reported that a new drug may help beat the disease, specifically...

High blood pressure: Reduce cheese intake to lower blood pressure readings

Dec 13, 2019 09:15 am UTC| Health

Christmas is over a week away and many are already in the midst of planning and preparing the meals for the festive season. However, for those who suffer from high blood pressure or hypertension, too much of a certain type...

Weight loss: Experts recommend fiber supplements to lose weight

Dec 13, 2019 09:15 am UTC| Health

The new year is approaching and many will most definitely be making the resolution to lose weight. Diet and exercise are two of the biggest factors in weight loss, but supplements can help it along as well, and a new...

Living longer: Living in this capital can increase life expectancy

Dec 13, 2019 09:15 am UTC| Health

When it comes to living a longer, healthier life, there is no definitive answer but a series of factors do come into play. A new report reveals that living in this certain capital can increase a persons life...

In its anti-'Medicare for All' push, the health insurance industry pulls from an old playbook

Dec 13, 2019 07:24 am UTC| Insights & Views Law Health

As a debate continues to rage within the Democratic Party over Medicare for All, the health insurance has quietly girded itself to fight the elimination of for-profit health care. In the summer of 2018, trade groups...