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Psoriasis 'linked to stroke risk'

People with psoriasis have nearly three times the normal risk of stroke and abnormal heart rhythm, according to scientists... read more

Baby gender blood tests 'accurate'

Parents-to-be wanting to find out their baby's gender can be assured that a blood test on the mother gives an accurate... read more

Diabetes rate 'doubles' - Imperial College and Harvard research suggests

The number of adults with diabetes in the world has more than doubled since 1980, a study in the Lancet says. read more

Call for thyroid screening in pregnancy

All pregnant women should be screened for hidden signs of thyroid disease, according to Czech researchers. A blood test... read more

Conference for children’s nurses

The Council of Children’s Nurses (CCN) is holding its inaugural 2 day conference in Sydney on March 24 and 25, 2011.... read more