Australia
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World Cup flu vaccine call
Football fans travelling to South Africa for the World Cup could find themselves facing infection from swine flu, British experts warned yesterday. Read more
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HIV drug link threat warning
Not many countries are offering adequate services to prevent drug users contracting HIV – and they are missing a chance to stem the spread of the virus, researchers warn today. Read more
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Findings support HPV testing after abnormal smear
HPV or human papillomavirus testing after an abnormal smear result is better for women’s psychological health than repeat smear testing, researchers said today. Read more
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Pregnancy does not diminish brain power
So-called "baby brain" – where a woman allegedly loses brain power during pregnancy – does not exist, researchers said today. Read more
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Fish oil may protect against mental illness
A course of omega-3 fatty acids found in fish oil may help protect people who face a high risk of developing serious mental illness, researchers reported last night. Read more
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Safety of electronic cigarettes remains unclear
The jury is still out on the safety of electronic cigarettes, experts say today. Read more
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TV the heart killer?
The more television you watch, the greater your risk of heart disease, researchers said last night. Read more
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One flu jab enough for children?
Children may need just one dose of swine flu vaccine – rather than the two which are currently recommended, researchers reported last night. Read more
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Santa may need reining in
Santa Claus needs to go on a diet, medical experts said today. Read more
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Decaf best against diabetes
People who drink large amounts of coffee and tea seem to gain protection against developing diabetes – especially if the coffee is decaf, researchers said last night. Read more