February 28, 2013 In DonateLife Week, we share the story of a young mum whose life was saved by the pure generosity of a stranger and their family.

February 28, 2013 It's described as the "worst disease you've never heard of". Just ask 26-year-old Nikki Howe. She's a Sydneysider with a wicked sense of humour, an entertaining blog, and who happens to be swaddled from head to toe in bandages because of a rare skin disorder she's had since birth.

February 28, 2013 While we take vitamins and supplements to improve our health, new research confirms they can be more of a hindrance than a help.

February 28, 2013 This mollusc's ability to hang on tight has helped create surgical glue, writes Dan Ferber.

February 27, 2013 When it comes to trouble brewing in our blood vessels we’re familiar with the image of fatty plaque sticking to artery walls and raising the risk of heart attack. 

February 27, 2013 Depression sufferers may soon be monitoring their condition via smartphones and tablets using Australian-developed voice and facial recognition technology.

February 27, 2013 AFTER a two-year battle, smokers will light up their cigarettes again when dining outdoors in Parramatta, after the council surrendered to restaurateurs concerned about lost profits.

February 26, 2013 A chemical commonly found in food and drink packaging has the potential to affect embryonic brain development, say US scientists.

February 26, 2013 THE threat of asbestos from buildings ripped up by storms along the coast eased on Monday after sites at Kiama and Sydney's east were inspected by WorkCover and government officials.

February 25, 2013 Faith Aird looks at why we should do as the Romans - and reap the health benefits from a Mediterranean lifestyle.