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Research highlights a complex and under-recognised form of dementia.

Cough and fever confirmed as the most prevalent symptoms associated with COVID-19.

Australia has weathered coronavirus better than many other countries, but could it do better?

COVID-19 may actually trigger the onset of diabetes in healthy people.

A widely available steroid has been shown to reduce the death risk in COVID-19 patients.

Sleep scientists tie disrupted slumber to the deadly plaque build-up known as atherosclerosis.

Reduced humidity linked to increased COVID-19 risk.

Changes in the texture of the retina might be the key to early Alzheimer’s detection.

Having a faulty gene linked to dementia doubles the risk of developing severe COVID-19.

International researchers have proposed a strategy for reducing COVID-19 deaths.

Nursing homes experienced the highest COVID-19 infection rate in people over age 80.

Researchers find a link between obesity and shrinkage in the brain.

As Australia continues to get coronavirus under control, there are new concerns.

Patients with COVID-19 can have bowel abnormalities, including ischaemia.

Findings of a clinical trial of experimental antiviral drug remdesivir show promise.

Analysis shows how extensive testing and contact tracing stopped outbreak in megacity.

Move it or lose it: Sitting around while avoiding COVID-19 creates other health risks.

Study finds food networks centred on processed meats and starches may raise dementia risk.

CSIRO researchers have a new approach to analysing the genetics of the SARS-CoV-2 virus.

Along with fever, cough and shortness of breath, many COVID-19 patients report a temporary loss ...

Researchers identify why sleep apnoea increases the risk of developing Alzheimer’s.

An Australian study has shown that an anti-parasitic drug kills the COVID-19 virus in vitro.

Patients with new-onset digestive symptoms after a COVID-19 contact could have the illness.

Study finds patients still had coronavirus for up to eight days after symptoms disappeared.

Experts are urging people to plan for a scenario where they become suddenly unwell.

Research finds current guidance on coronavirus ‘largely ignores’ older people.

Experts have their say on the ideal time to get this year’s flu jab given ...

A previously overlooked gene behaviour could pave the way to diagnose Alzheimer’s earlier.

Science now supports the saying, ‘happy wife, happy life’.

New finding could halt or reverse age-related conditions like Alzheimer’s.

Australians are increasingly being diagnosed with cancers that will do them no harm if left ...

Skin rashes take lots of different forms and some can come from illnesses that can ...

Aussies aged over 70 worry about their health less than 18-30-year-olds.

Research finds an association between eating mushrooms and a lower risk of prostate cancer.

An international team of researchers has identified a pair of genes linked to Alzheimer’s.

People who wear hearing aids for age-related hearing problems maintain better brain function.

Dementia and marital status could be linked, according to a new study.

People who live in rural areas may be at lower risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease.

Researchers have begun looking for clues about Alzheimer's in a seemingly unlikely place.

New research shows a spicy diet could be linked to dementia.

Treatment for diabetes and depression just got cheaper.

Sinusitis is a painful condition when the sinuses become inflamed or infected.

Some symptoms of Alzheimer’s may show up in people as early as their 20s.

Yale researchers have discovered the flu virus’s best friend.

Link found between blood pressure drugs and a decreased risk of dementia.

The type of bacteria living in the gut can influence the development of Alzheimer’s.

A prescription drug to treat high blood pressure has shown promise against dementia.

Scientists discover why a cancer drug is able to alleviate Parkinson’s symptoms.

A fungus that infects caterpillars could offer new hope for arthritis sufferers.

Medicine misuse is threatening the sight of 150,000 Australians.

A clinical trial is a research program to evaluate new medical treatments.

One of the great mysteries of neuroscience may finally have an answer.

Men able to complete more than 40 push-ups have a lower risk of heart disease.

Exercise alters brain blood flow and improves cognitive performance in older adults.

Scientists label dementia finding as ‘potentially groundbreaking’.

Leaky blood vessels may trigger Alzheimer’s disease, according to new research.

Researchers have found that meditation may alter the course of Alzheimer’s.

Sinusitis is a painful condition when the sinuses become inflamed or infected.

Toenail health is important. Here’s what you need to know.

Late afternoon and early evening can be hard for people with Alzheimer’s disease.

Study identifies potential drug targets to reverse brain pH imbalance.

What is this terrible disease and how close are we to finding a cure?

Rheumatoid arthritis may increase the risk of developing lung disease.

Researchers create implants that can accurately spot early signs of cancer.

Body aches are common but they can be an early warning sign for more serious ...