Optimists live two years longer than pessimists
New research suggests there are some real health benefits to looking on the brighter side…More
Author: Annie Donaldson
Annie Donaldson
With a background in nursing, Annie has spent over 20 years working in the health industry, including the coordination of medical support for international TV productions and major stadium events, plus education campaigns with a number of national health organisations. In recent years, she has also taken time out of the workforce to be a full-time carer, giving her first-hand experience of the challenges and rewards of this role.
Science suggests there’s no harm in a little indulgence
Most people see self-control as a virtue, but new research suggest it might not be…More
People literally don’t see the things the same way
Do you struggle to find a face in a café, but know someone who could…More
Some words are more memorable than others
Of the millions of words that are filed away in our memory banks at any…More
Do we know what we want in a romantic partner? Apparently not
People spend hours creating the perfect profile on their dating site. But new research suggests…More
How to live to 100? Your day-to-day environment is more important than you think, research shows
People who live in highly-walkable, mixed aged communities stand the best chance of hitting a…More
Being a ‘hugger’ might be hereditary, study finds
New US research suggests genetics plays a significant role in determining how affectionate you are…More
You can’t tell if someone’s sick from their gross cough or sneeze, science says
When there’s a global pandemic going on, there’s nothing more unwelcome than the sound of…More
Government’s promised COVID-19 ‘retention bonus’ to aged care staff falls short
The Aged Care Minister, Senator Richard Colbeck, faced accusations of ‘broken promises’ and misleading providers…More
Would your dog rescue you if you were in danger? Yes, according to science
The Arizona State University’s Canine Science Collaboratory (CSC) (love the name) study has proven that pet…More