Why do men die younger? Blame the Y chromosome, says science
Popular belief has always held that males of our species live shorter lives because they…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.
Ever lost your chips to a seagull? Turns out they prefer food that has been handled by humans
A new study has shown the pesky birds are more likely to peck at food…More
Want to get fit, but hate the idea of running? Turns out runners hate it too
Only 8% of runners love running, with half saying that they either hated it or…More
Not an ‘old wives’ tale’: stress really can turn your hair grey, says science
We’ve all joked about how a stressful situation is ‘turning us grey’. Now scientists at…More
Bad news, cat owners: if you drop off the perch, they might eat your body, science says
Cats appear to have a taste for human bodies, according to a new study from…More
Want to live to 100? You can miss the gym, says the man who pioneered the idea of “Blue Zones”
The “Blue Zones” are the spots around the world – in Sardinia, Italy; Okinawa, Japan;…More
Do you even lift? Australian study shows regular workouts are the key factor in helping women gain strength
If you’ve ever looked at the weights that others in the gym are using and…More
Turn out ‘dog years’ are a myth: pups reach middle age in just two years
If you’re feeling less than happy about the number of candles on your birthday cake,…More
Ever snuck into the neighbour’s pool for a dip? Now you can book it out – using the ‘Airbnb’ for pools
No joke – you can now rent out a stranger’s pool in New South Wales,…More
Vegemite launches the perfect Chrissy present for your overseas mates – personalised care packages
Love it or hate it, there’s nothing more true blue than Vegemite on toast –…More