For years, so-called 'Blue Zones' have been promoted as having a higher than average number of long-lived people. It was thought their lifestyles were behind their longevity. But upon further investi

Unhealthy weight gain in the early years of childhood can have lifelong implications. While prevention is the main objective, sometimes it is necessary to intervene with weight loss strategies. So h

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Adelaide-based company Micro-X is transforming radiology with smaller and less resource intensive X-ray technology.The tech could see CT scanners small enough to fit in ambulances providing vital s

A look at some of the Health Report correspondence this week.You can email us athealthreport@abc.net.au

The US sees its first case of bird flu in a human who did not come into contact with an animal.