Health Report

There's a new perspective on how we think about the cause and progress of Alzheimer's disease. Are we actually doing the right thing by removing accumulated amyloid protein from the brain of people with it?Health practitioners are often still operating under the assumption that obesity is an individual's responsibility, even though science now tells us otherwise.It makes intuitive sense that if you screen people for disease the outcome will be good - because you get on top of the problem. But how far should you go.

The debate may be over about robotic surgery for men with prostate cancer—but can hospitals afford the robots?How do you know if memory lapses are a part of slowing down—or an early sign of dementia?The psychology of moving more—and eating better.An Australian researcher in women and cancer has died.

Bringing clarity to health and medical issues from social, scientific and political points of view.

Bringing clarity to health and medical issues from social, scientific and political points of view.

From King George III's apparent madness, to Queen Victoria's genetic legacy, the Health Report takes a look back at the illnesses (and deaths) that have shaped the world.

Vital health and medical news.

Vital health and medical news.

Vital health and medical news.

Exploring how changing your diet—or even your eating schedule—can improve your long-term health outcomes. 

Vital health and medical news.