Women who do not breastfeed their babies are at a higher risk of postnatal depression, according to a major study of more than 10,000 mothers.

People who are obese could be putting themselves at risk of dementia in later life, new research suggests.

What's your experience of being processed by healthcare providers? Shelley Bridgeman has been less than impressed.

It seems the world is finally coming to terms with the fact that humans evolved to stand, not to sit - well, health researchers, savvy office workers and many commuters, at least.

Girls as young as 12 are afraid to leave home without wearing a full face of make-up, new research has revealed.

A fast food chain's move to display nutritional information on menu boards has been called a step in the right direction, but dietitians say food outlets could do more.

When Robbie Ritchie was able to have a lifesaving operation in Germany thanks to $200,000 in donations from fellow Kiwis, he decided to give back.

Girls born to stressed mothers are themselves more likely to give birth prematurely, scientists have found.

Humans seem to experience pain, whether acute or persistent, in a unique way. As a species, we have evolved from having very simple damage-sensing mechanisms to develop early warning systems.

Many new mothers suffer from extreme tiredness even four months after giving birth, prompting experts to warn they should not hurry back to work.

What does it take to save a baby's life? Suzanne McFadden traces the incredible story of a baby's will to live.

Doctors have been told to "practice what they preach" in a study that has found medical professionals regularly risk infecting their patients and colleagues.

British nutritionists threw down the gauntlet to dietary guidelines in April by declaring seven daily portions of fresh fruit and vegetables, rather than the recommended five, were the key to health.

Over the last half century, the global food industry has profoundly changed the way we eat. While we understand how these dietary changes have impacted physical health, their effect on mental well-being is only now being realised.

Women who use pain relief during childbirth may have a lower risk of depression after their babies are born, a leading psychiatrist has said.

An Auckland hospital has started putting off elective surgery after it was swamped with acutely unwell patients causing a shortage of beds.

Wiki says this fitness plan is ‘designed for the average Joe and Jane’ but is structured to be challenging. Once you have got the hang of the exercises, you can improvise using equipment you have at home or that’s at the local park.

Asthma inhalers can stunt the growth of children, UK research suggests.

Gardens in care homes could be crucial in helping to stimulate memories for dementia sufferers, scientists have found.

Senior American scientists have been abruptly dismissed from a US Government advisory board on dangerous biological agents.

As a clinical and forensic psychologist, I assess and treat sex offenders, ultimately to minimise the risk of reoffending and help keep the community safe.

Drinking a moderate amount of wine or spirits may increase the risk of developing a condition that causes an irregular heart rate, research suggests.