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Lifestyle

MRI scans could make baby autopsies more acceptable

16 May 2013, 07:58

Bereaved parents who do not want to see their dead babies go through a conventional autopsy could in future be offered a less invasive option.

Eating insects may help fight obesity

15 May 2013, 07:45

Munching on some nutritious insects could help fight obesity, researchers claim.

2 new diseases may spark global outbreaks

14 May 2013, 07:50

One new disease related to Sars and one a possible new bird flu have the potential to spark global outbreaks, experts warn.

Nigeria gives same sex marriages thumbs down

13 May 2013, 13:56

The same sex marriage bill was debated for the first time in the Nigerian Senate in 2011 and is a very controversial piece of legislation.

Coke takes anti-obesity campaign global

13 May 2013, 07:17

Coca-Cola says it will make lower-kJ options and clear kilojoule labelling more widely available around the world.

10 dangers to any marriage

10 May 2013, 09:31

Can you ever completely affair-proof your marriage? Even if you can't, there are things you can do to reduce the chances of an affair substantially. Find out how.

New malaria tool shows who is at risk

09 May 2013, 09:24

Researchers at Michigan State University have identified a test that can determine which children with malaria are likely to develop cerebral malaria.

No, really - don't shop when you're hungry: study

07 May 2013, 08:49

A new study offers evidence to support what many people have learned for themselves: never go grocery shopping when you're hungry.

Apps convert smartphones into home monitoring system

06 May 2013, 08:29

Worried about what your dog is chewing on when you're at work, or whether your home is secure while on vacation?

Twitter gives power to the people

20 April 2013, 11:07

Twitter can easily teach people about social movements such as Occupy Wall Street and even entice them to participate, according to a new study

Stress, alcohol worsen erectile dysfuntion

15 April 2013, 16:07

Dr Oyewumi Akintomiwa, chief executive officer of God's Cure Medical Diagnosis Centre in Lagos, said that stress and alcoholism worsen erectile dysfunction.

Stress, diseases, pregnancy increase blood pressure

08 April 2013, 10:45

A Public Health Physician, Dr Alex Okoh, said that stress, disease and pregnancy are factors that increase blood pressure.

Chinese herbs may reduce hot flashes

31 March 2013, 16:29

Women taking a Chinese herbal formula experienced less than half the number of menopausal hot flashes they had before the treatment

Climate change to worsen diarrhoea in Africa

30 March 2013, 10:45

A new study finds that climate drives a large part of African diarrhoeal disease and increases the threat to vulnerable communities.

Poor oral hygiene can lead to infertility – expert

22 March 2013, 09:15

Poor oral hygiene and gum disease have been identified as a cause of male infertility, says Dr Solomon Nwahtor, a Senior Consultant Periodontologist.

Green tea, coffee may help lower stroke risk

15 March 2013, 12:38

Green tea and coffee may help lower the risk of stroke, especially when both are taken as a regular part of the diet, according to new research.

Stress causes diabetes in men

10 February 2013, 10:42

Men who reported permanent stress have a significantly higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes than men who reported no stress.

Study traces humanity's origins

09 February 2013, 10:30

Humans may have descended from apes, but long before that there was a small, four-legged insect-eating critter, according to new research.

Cancer: The myths, misconceptions and realities

01 February 2013, 15:26

Research has shown that some viewpoints about cancer are mere fallacies.

Nail biting can cause serious oral health problems

30 January 2013, 14:29

Biting your nail may appear to be harmless, but it can damage your teeth if it becomes compulsive.

Dietary guidlines for gout

20 January 2013, 16:30

Indulgence in rich food and plenty of alcohol can leave many people with painful joints.

Why wolves can't be tamed

19 January 2013, 09:49

Dogs and wolves are genetically so similar, it’s been difficult for biologists to understand why wolves remain fiercely wild, while dogs can gladly become “man’s best friend.”

10 first aid myths

11 January 2013, 09:42

There are lots of myths surrounding first aid and how to administer it. These are some of the most common, and dangerous.

Electronic fork nags you while eating

10 January 2013, 09:53

If you've always wanted a fork that spies on your eating habits, you're in luck: A company has developed a utensil that records when you lift it to your mouth.

Breast milk contains more than 700 bacteria

09 January 2013, 10:57

Spanish researchers have traced the bacterial microbiota map in breast milk, which is the main source of nourishment for newborns.

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