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Ethnic wards vital for oldies

There is an urgent need for "culturally appropriate" elder care, and an Indian trust says having ethnic wards at existing rest homes is the way to go.

How ecstasy changed this man's life

In a Sydney property, a postmodern shaman grows psychedelic plants he says he uses for medicine - plus one man tells of how ecstasy has helped him overcome PTSD.

Doctor says he saw 'glimpse of hell'

A doctor in the UK dismissed patients' stories of out-of-body experiences during surgery until he went in for his own operation where he saw visions of his family and former patients.

Why women should orgasm three times a week

A sexpert appeared on a UK morning news programme earlier this week to urge all women to orgasm at least three times a week.

Mother sues daughter over gender treatment

An American woman is suing her own child for undergoing gender transition treatment.

Nurse was at heart of intensive care

Advocates of a children's intensive care unit argued kids have particular needs

The diet habits you need to change now

When it comes to starting a new diet or adopting new lifestyle changes we are often told to take things slowly - make one change at a time and build sustainable lifestyle habits.

Why kids should drink full fat milk

Children should drink full-fat milk until the age of at least six, research suggests - as they are likely to grow up slimmer.

'Healthy' foods nutritionists won't eat

If you thought you knew which foods you should and shouldn't be eating on a regular basis to stay healthy, then think again.

Natural remedies for chronic pain

My partner suffers from complex regional pain syndrome. Are there any plant medicines that can be used to help with chronic pain?

Vegan claims sperm smoothies cure flu

A single mother has advised others to ingest semen if they want to avoid a winter cold.

How breast sizes have changed through the decades

From 'big and bouncy' 1980s busts to today's subtle lifts, a surgeon reveals how implants have changed through the decades (and the celebs we can thank).

Mum inspiring others after weight loss

Mum-of-three Abby Smeaton has lost 42kg since February.

The everyday diet to defeat dementia

Now there's a radical new recipe for healthy minds - and the good news is, pasta and wine are back on the menu, says Chloe Lambert.

Mind blowing things you thought existed

Forget almost everything you know - what you remember probably didn't happen. And there's a bizarre theory to explain it.

'I'm so ugly I have to take 200 selfies'

A beautiful UK woman suffering from body dysmorphia tried to take her own life after saying she felt too 'ugly' to show people her face.

Man got hepatitis from energy drinks

Doctors have issued a warning about consuming too many energy drinks after a patient who had five cans a day developed the disease.

Having big muscles won't make you strong

You might want to keep quiet about this at a bodybuilding competition - but having bigger muscles does not necessarily make you any stronger.