The deadly perils of heatstroke
Keeping your cool when extreme temperatures suck moisture from the body can mean life and death.
Tag: health
History & Culture
Top 10 features of 2010
Your favourite feature articles this year revealed how to predict the weather, where to hike around Oz and which historic pubs to visit.
Trojan horse mosquitoes released in Qld
Scientists aim to combat dengue fever with the spread of ‘vaccine’ bacteria.
Lizard venom may treat heart disease
A four-year study of the world’s venomous lizards may lead to new drugs for treating high blood pressure.
Asthma not a single disease, study reveals
The world’s largest genetic study of asthma has shown it has many forms, which should not be treated in the same way.
News
Fred Hollows coin released
A one dollar coin commemorating the work of the late Fred Hollows is being released this week.