We all have that one friend who's constantly bailing on plans. Here's how to deal with it.

Sleep deprivation may raise the risk of getting Alzheimer's disease.

'This is probably the weirdest thing I have ever done.'

Can you guess which body parts you could lose and still live a relatively normal life?

Residents are concerned about food waste after two days without power.

Little Sadie has the world's tiniest mechanical heart valve.

Dietitian lost 40kg using simple method praised as 'the easiest diet in the world'.

A woman shares an enduring love, and a heartbreaking battle.

The instructor just wanted to create a bit more of a "vibe" at a Devonport Zumba class.

These foods paraded as a healthy breakfast choice are actually the worst offenders.

Trying to cut down your meat consumption? You might be better off looking at your pet's.

It's good news for vegans, vegetarians and those with dietary requirements.

The breach was a "very serious departure from fundamental ethical and legal standards".

The flu vaccine has arrived in New Zealand - but will it work?

Other factors could include genes and environmental explanations.

Study may be a breakthrough for women with polycystic ovary syndrome.

Research suggests baby wipes increase risk of developing life-threatening food allergies.

OPINION: Being critical is fun. But does it make the world a better place?

Melbourne mum used the Instagram app to document her body transformation.

New evidence emerged that this method doubles the risk of premature birth.

COMMENT: Research suggests yoghurt can help keep eczema and allergies at bay.

Is this the secret to living a long life?

Some supplements are linked to cancer, diarrhoea and kidney stones, say experts.

Pharmacists can now sell alternative medicine alongside pharmaceuticals.

Cutting edge tech promises orthotics users a chance to walk pain free - but at a cost.

It would appear Prince Charles had never encountered a humble wheelie bin before.

Health expert Rick Hay shares the 10 foods that could help prevent cancer.

Study finds eating three or more portions of these each day helps keep the heart healthy.

These products claim to help you sleep, relax and reclaim your life, but do they work?

Large-girthed men may have to practice abstinence till May thanks to a condom shortage.