The discovery could have major implications for patient treatment. [ + ]

Blockchain has the potential to transform the way the healthcare sector operates. [ + ]

New cases of liver cancer in Australia more than doubled between 1990 and 2015. [ + ]

Laced with electronic fibres coated with medication, this futuristic bandage can be activated by a smartphone. [ + ]

Damage to the skin caused by hard water can lead to skin conditions. [ + ]

It is fever, rather than another underlying issue, that is causing defects during pregnancy. [ + ]

Frail people are susceptible to incorrect prescriptions, increasing the risk of death 22%. [ + ]

Smart tattoos are the next generation of wearable devices, with potential for patients, athletes and even astronauts. [ + ]

If you're trying to keep the weight off, you may want to rethink working night shifts. [ + ]

The clinic made unsubstantiated claims in its advertising, leading to prosecution. [ + ]

Taking vitamin D together with standard asthma medication could halve the risk of severe asthma attacks. [ + ]

A call to replace cigarettes with e-cigarettes has been made, following research showing thousands of lives could be saved. [ + ]

New research has found apps could provide safe and accessible interventions for millions of people. [ + ]

Developed in the US, an E-triage tool is providing more accurate ESI allocation. [ + ]

Heart attack and stroke victims who cease low-dose, long-term aspiring treatment are at increased risk of a repeat event. [ + ]