Marfan's Syndrome is one of the commonest causes of sudden death in young people. It is often missed by health professionals, parents and teachers until it's too late. Discovered early enough sufferers can often be helped surgically. Health Reporter Rae Fry looks at the latest sleep research and tries to answer some commonly asked questions regarding our sleep habits. This program looks at testing for Down's syndrome and a medication that may help adults with Down's syndrome.
Australian scientists discover a new gene to stem global malaria crisis.
Technology reporter Richard Aedy went to see how computers can be involved in trying to find new drugs. A recent study looked at the effect of vitamin E in patients at high risk for cardiovascular problems. Melbourne scientists have identified the role of a new gene, DMRT1, that is critical for determining sex. A French study has found that the total cost of alcohol abuse beats tobacco and illicit drugs. This problem among Aboriginal children is extremely bad.