Anna Salleh

Wisdom teeth are our most meddlesome molars; evolutionary relics that can be more trouble than they’re worth. But experts say any benefits associated with their removal must be weighed against the risks.

Kids are increasingly wearing headphones and earbuds but the noise they’re exposed to could be damaging their hearing, experts warn. So here’s what you can do to help prevent that.

Humans didn't always sleep straight through the night, and we didn't always have to deal with a regulated work or school day. Modern culture is responsible for some of the most enduring misconceptions about sleep. Here are seven common myths. 

Is this ostrich awake or asleep? The sleeping habits of many animals may surprise you

Is alcohol in moderation better for your health than none? Or is that a myth? We decant the latest evidence and what it tells us about the effects of a daily tipple.

Trying to tone up in the new year? Electrical muscle stimulation is promoted as a way to build strength and lose fat with less effort. We look at how the claims stack up with the evidence.

Bone fragments discovered in Spanish cave are putting a face to the earliest ancient humans to arrive in Western Europe, more than a million years ago.

The "silent disease" of osteoporosis is expected to lead to one fracture in Australia every 30 seconds by 2033. We talked to experts about how to keep your bones healthy for as long as possible.

Inside the island clinic where turtles are nursed back to health

Even air purifiers with the best filters vary in how well they clear your home of smoke. Here's what to look for in a unit, and how to make the most of it.