A study has found that elderly people are less likely to suffer a fall if they score well on measures of mental well-being, including depressive symptoms.

New research has found a gene controlling how a crucial part of the human brain develops – helping understanding of how the developing brain can go wrong.

The mapping of the 'standard' human genome has created a vast multitude of new scientific possibilities.

Archaeologists have found the skeletons of two parents and their children, buried with each other after dying in a violent attack about 4600 years ago.

Research has found that a common vitamin can lower a person's risk of skin cancer by reducing the effect of sunlight on their immune system.

Research has uncovered a bacterium-causing disease in humans that relies on our diet - it targets a molecule that is only incorporated into our bodies through what we eat.

Many cancer patients are distressed that their oncologists aren't warning them about the high cost of medicine upfront, a new study has revealed.

A team of Australian scientists have released the world's first detailed map of the kangaroo genome, completing the first phase of the kangaroo genomic project.

Australian scientists have developed a test that finds compounds that prevent Alzheimer's, a breakthrough that could help people avoid the disease.

Researchers have developed a capsule-like 'Bod Pod' that measures body fat and muscle mass and could improve research on obesity and nutrition.

Australian teens continue to risk skin cancer by spending too much time in the sun and forgetting to protect themselves, research has found.

Australia has never had a comprehensive national sexual and reproductive health strategy, writes Jenny Ejlak.

Using brain scans, researchers have confirmed that a certain part of the brain records actions – whether these are being performed or just watched.

According to recent research, increased vaccination funding could be worthwhile, due to indirect benefits such as reduced sick leave and disease spread.

Australia needs to develop its telehealth infrastructure or face rapidly increasing costs, argues Branko Cellar.