Aedes mosquitoes typically do well in warm and humid conditions, and scientists have documented the link between climate and dengue outbreaks. Meanwhile, scientists have shown that mosquitoes may be ...

Dreaming of a relaxing hotel break where there’s a distinct lack of crying babies, hyperactive toddlers and phone-addicted pre-teens? You’re not a monster, and you’re not alone. From dedicated DINKS ...

Be it a cool iced coffee or warm cup of soup, the temperature of what we eat and drink may influence our mental and digestive health, according to new research led by San Diego State University.

Ceiling fans are ineffective as a stand-alone solution for shielding older adults from excessive heat, according to the results of a study conducted by Griffith University researchers and published in ...

The main downside of drinking hot water is that there's a risk of burning the mouth and throat if it's too hot, the experts note. Avoid drinking water hotter than 150 degrees Fahrenheit.

Higher ambient temperatures significantly amplify physiological stress reactivity, affecting the HPA axis and autonomic nervous system activity. Physiological stress markers increased at warmer ...

A new BMJ Global Health study warns chikungunya could affect 5.1M in India yearly, with 34.9M globally at risk. Spread by mosquitoes, it causes fever, joint pain, and chronic disability.

New Griffith University researchers set out to evaluate whether ceiling fans reduce core body temperature and physiological strain in bed-resting older adults who had been exposed to prolonged indoor ...

Hearing a baby cry can trigger a range of responses in adults, such as sympathy, anxiety and a strong urge to help. However, new research suggests that a deeper physical reaction is also occurring. A ...