A pilot study has found people might sleep better if they regularly eat chili. Researchers at the University of Tasmania have spent the past 18 months studying the potential health benefits of chili and its effects on sleep and diet.

Participants in the study were given 15 grams of chili each day, while others did not have any. The results were compared to see what effect it had on their health and well-being

Experts claim SUVs pose a greater threat to pedestrians than other vehicles, adding because of the growing number of drivers purchasing these models, the cars should carry health warnings

A new study finds a direct correlation between income and the likelihood of being screened for breast cancer.

The findings, which appear in the Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report published by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, are based on survey of 251,269 women who were contacted in 2000 and 2002. In addition, area-based data from the 2000 US Census was included in the analysis

A new study finds a direct correlation between income and the likelihood of being screened for breast cancer.

The findings, which appear in the Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report published by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, are based on survey of 251,269 women who were contacted in 2000 and 2002. In addition, area-based data from the 2000 US Census was included in the analysis

The Canadian Association of Interns and Residents and the Canadian Federation of Medical Students will appear in front of the standing committee of finance to discuss interest and debt relief for medical residents.

In response to this study, major medical organizations have called on the Government to extend the interest relief period and postpone repayment of Canada Student Loans until the end of post-graduate training