People who live in Australia’s southern states are at greater risk of being low in the hormone that packs a crucial health punch.

Israeli researchers say their fish – named after characters from Pride and Prejudice – reveal navigation is a universal ability

Regular exercise may help reduce the pain, inflammation and risk of getting endometriosis, say experts. But here are some things to consider

The benefits of exercise for those with osteoporosis are great, and many exercises may be safe – so long as you avoid the risk of falling.

Exercising with a heart condition can be a daunting prospect, but done correctly can have an array of benefits – and even be a lifesaver.

Embarking on exercise can be daunting for people with asthma, but it can have significant benefits. Here are a few things to consider before starting

Health professionals warn south-eastern Australia is facing a particularly risky summer for mosquito-borne diseases. So how do you keep them away?

Science needs to recognise and address the vast differences between male and female health, says Prof Cassandra Szoeke

Collagen supplements are booming, but there is mixed advice on whether eating the protein offers anything more than a healthy, balanced diet.

Australia’s mango season is getting longer. Making it happen is ‘a bit like KFC’: lots of secret ingredients plus trial and error.

The best home heating solutions require specialist installation, but as Australia’s winter has already come, here’s how to pick the right stop-gap

A third of Australian inner-city vegetable patches have unsafe lead levels. Here’s a guide to carry on gardening.

Lawns have developed a bad reputation in Australia, but with a bit of rethinking they can have a positive influence