Scientists have developed a blood test that can predict Alzheimer's with 90% accuracy, years before symptoms appear. [ + ]

Australia is following other countries in curbing access to codeine medications to prevent, reduce and manage codeine addiction. Resources are available to healthcare practitioners to assist with the change. [ + ]

Aussie men are ingesting nearly twice the recommended maximum daily intake of salt, with women not far behind. [ + ]

Gail O'Brien, of the Chris O'Brien Lifehouse, has been recognised for her tireless work with an Office of the Order of Australia award. [ + ]

Don't hold your nose and close your mouth when you sneeze, doctors warn, or you might rupture the back of your throat, like one young man... [ + ]

Distressed parents of babies with colic may soon have a solution — although so far, it leans towards babies who are exclusively breastfed. [ + ]

It's official, 'baby brain' — forgetfulness and other cognitive deficiencies during pregnancy — exists. [ + ]

Genetics, rather than risk-taking behaviours, may be behind women and female children surviving adversity better than men, according to new research. [ + ]

Groundbreaking technology is allowing scientists to work collaboratively on cancer research. [ + ]

Researchers still don't know what causes Alzheimer's, but new resarch brings them a step closer to an answer... and a cure. [ + ]

A review into seclusion and restraint use in NSW has found a disturbing lack of oversight. [ + ]

Regardless of their socioeconomic position or body weight, a healthy diet is likely to result in a happy, well-balanced child. [ + ]

Researchers find that doctors are often misdiagnosing functional dyspepsia as acid reflux. [ + ]

Foetal kinematics, the science behind determining if a baby is left- or right-handed in the womb, may also have wider applications. [ + ]

The new ACSQHC module will help clinicians develop their skills in communicating risks and benefits with their patients. [ + ]