Boy born ‘without brain’ defies odds
Aussie doctors are helping a boy born with two per cent of his brain. His parents were told five times to abort him, but his brain’s grown to 80 per cent.
Human Body
Strange trend in Australian virus threat
Scientists are on a quest to better understand future disease outbreaks that could have a devastating impact on Australia.
Secret to why so many sperms fail
When it comes to making babies there is one quality a sperm needs — and new video research shows exactly why that is.
How illegal drug changed my life
A growing body of research is exploring the benefits of small doses of certain illicit drugs — so I decided to be a guinea pig.
Grim reality behind transplant research
Australian scientists want years of medical research papers pulled over fears about where the organs came from.
Alexander the Great mystery ‘solved’
He was one of history’s finest military minds and nearly conquered half the planet by 25 — but his death may not be what we thought.
Blind reverend’s ‘miracle’ recovery
A US reverend spent 14 years completely blind, but a severe headache would prove the “miracle” he needed for doctors to restore his vision.
Doctor fired for ‘designing’ babies
The Chinese doctor who sparked worldwide alarm when he announced he’d genetically edited human embryos has been sacked – but disturbingly, authorities believe his claim was not a hoax.
Secret to world’s oldest man’s long life
Guiness World Record holder Masazo Nonaka has died at the ripe old age of 113. But the secret to his long life was simple.
Two-minute trick to stop craving fatty food
There’s a scientifically proven way to dodge that urge to binge on fatty foods. And it gives you the satisfaction without the waistline.
The ad you’d never see today
You’d never see a marketing campaign like this today, without global outrage. But just a few decades ago, it was commonplace.
‘Possessed’ woman’s shock illness
Her family thought she was “possessed”. Now, after months of hallucinations and paranoid, doctors figured out the puzzle. WARNING: Graphic image.
This colour test could save your life
As an epidemic sweeps Australia, experts say this simple colour change test could be the ‘interim measure’ we need to save lives.
‘Superhuman zombie’ drug exposed
It’s labelled as the new drug to hit Australia’s party scene, but experts say the panic around “monkey dust” is over the top.
Why death dreams aren’t your worst nightmare
Dreaming about your own or a loved one’s death is far more common around the new year period than any other time. Here’s why your dreams turn grim over the holidays, and what they might mean.
Woman’s deadly lung donor bonus
A woman who received a lifesaving donor lung was also left with the donor’s peanut allergy, a phenomenon which has stunned the medical world.
The right diet for your body type
If your New Year’s resolution is to kick those extra kilos this year, the latest research can help you figure out what works best for you.
Teen blinded by mystery illness
Jordyn Walker, 15, has suffered a series of debilitating illnesses, with the latest flare-up leaving her permanently blind. WARNING: Graphic images.
How to tell someone is into you
Forget eye contact and body language — scientists have discovered the primal indicator that someone really, really desires you.
Pandemic ‘inevitable’ in Australia’s cities
The last major pandemic to hit our shores was the swine flu virus — but complex census data shows the next one will wreak havoc.
Flesh-eating bacteria linked to mozzies
On a hot summers day, no one enjoys being covered in itchy red welts. Here’s what you can do to prevent those pesky bites. WARNING: Graphic
How hidden clues on corpses led to killers
While a corpse can’t talk, a dead body does leave behind many clues. These are how forensic super sleuths can catch killers.
Tampon ‘pieces’ left inside customers
Women are claiming their tampons are unravelling and ‘leaving pieces’ inside of them, sparking a major recall across the US and Canada.
Dark side of new Silicon Valley obsession
Biohacking experiments are all the rage as a growing group of people are doing everything in their power to make it alive into the 23rd century.
Study predicts Christmas heart attacks
Christmas is filled with food, family, friends — and a lot of stress. A study has found this time of year can also be dangerous for an unhealthy heart.
Man ‘reborn’ after massive tumour removed
A massive tumour kept this man indoors for more than ten years. Now, thanks to a team of 12 surgeons, he can start to live again. WARNING: Graphic images
Sad truth about designer babies
Scientists say there’s no certain way to stop someone intent on monkeying with the human race — but it’s happening and the consequences could be massive.
Doctors’ gross Lego experiment
Finding out your child has swallowed a toy is every parent’s worst nightmare. This is what happens to those tiny toys in our bodies.
Face transplant man’s amazing change
A man who had gruelling face transplant surgery has revealed his “breathtaking” transformation. WARNING: Graphic images
Progress of Cameron Underwood’s transplant
Photos show the physical transformation of Cameron Underwood, a US man who received a facial transplant.
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