Researchers are improving nursing home staff training following a study that found half of the depression suffered by aged care residents was undiagnosed.

Researchers have found that cyclists are less likely to collide with a car when there are more cyclists around – motorists seem to adapt to deal with the bike traffic.

Housing for Australia's remote Aboriginal communities that also creates livelihoods for young people is a better Government investment, research has found.

Teenagers who think physical activity is difficult or boring are more likely to lead sedentary lifestyles, which can endanger their health, a researcher has found.

Publically funded health in Australia cost 12.5 per cent more in 2007 than 2006, with immunisation the largest contributer to the extra spending.

A new report has found that over 100,00 Australians were homeless in 2006, a number that increased since 2001, despite less youths being on the streets alone.

Research suggests that genetics could be used to predict and breed for certain dog behaviour – such as being able to cope with high density living.

Girls who have an absent father early in life are likely to have their first period earlier, which previous studies have linked with health problems.

Many houses are filled with accidents waiting to happen, according to New Zealand research that found 40 per cent of homes contain a large number of hazards.

A report has revealed that Australian truck drivers' mental health suffers as a result of their long hours, making them more likely to crash or resort to drugs.

A new 'crystal ball' like program will help emergency room staff cut down waiting times, by accurately predicting patient numbers and needs in the future.

Students are all action when it comes to the environment - over three quarters have tried to reduce their greenhouse emissions, a New South Wales' study has found.

One researcher believes the needle may have been mightier than the spear, and led humans to become the dominant species. Could the human advantage be all about clothing? Simon Couper reports.

Students with severe disabilites are attending regular schools in far greater numbers than in 1981 according to a report on people with disabilities in Australia.

Young Australians are not apathetic, but are more likely to show their political preferences through blogging or protesting rather than by voting, research has found.