The Stork is the first-ever at-home conception device

Recently released in Europe and Canada and landing now in U.S. pharmacies for over-the-counter sales, The Stork is a drug-free device that aids in conception.

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Effects of climate change could worsen public health: study

Climate change isn't just worrisome for the Earth.

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SEE IT: Desk includes human-sized hamster wheel

Artist Robb Godshaw decided to invent the "Hamster Wheel Standing Desk," featuring, literally, a wooden hamster wheel for humans.

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Leeches save New Zealand teen's thumb after freak accident

More than 100 leeches helped save a New Zealand teen's thumb after it was left dangling by a single tendon.

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Nurse Hollie McEwen hanged herself after becoming tormented by chronic psoriasis

Health professional Hollie McEwen, from Doncaster, was found hanged after she became depressed and tormented by a severe skin condition.



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The father who's literally scared STIFF every time he's startled

Andrew Latham, 38, from Lancashire, has hyperekplexia, which stops his brain from suppressing shock from sounds such as fireworks or a dog barking.



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Cancer survivor creates business making wedding shoes after designing in hospital bed

Rebecca Saxon, 31, from London was diagnosed with thyroid cancer aged 27. The former marketing manager spent the next two years in and out of hospital where she drew shoes to keep busy.



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Prim and proper grandmother can't stop SWEARING after a stroke altered her personality

Pat Preston, 65, of Gateshead, suffered a stroke in January, leaving her unable to control her feelings, blurting out swear words, even calling her grandchildren 'little b******s'.



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September is the second 'fattest' month of the year after December

A new study has revealed that September is the second most destructive month for weight gain and Autumn is the worst season with people gaining up to five pounds after a summer of dieting.



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At least 300,000 NHS staff to stage four-hour strike and four days of industrial action in row over pay

Unison announced their members have voted in favour of strike action, which if it goes ahead will be the first walkout by NHS staff in 32 years, in a row with the Government over a one per cent pay rise.



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Why going to the gym might not be so good for your waistline: People 'drink more alcohol after exercising', study claims

Researchers from Northwestern University say people might reward themselves with a drink after exercising, or they may not be able to resist it, having 'used up' willpower exercising.



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Obese pupils 'do worse at school'

At least six studies have found that boys and girls who are dangerously overweight do worse at school than others – with girls particularly vulnerable.



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The earlier you start drinking the more likely they are develop alcoholism later in life, study finds

U.S. researchers found teenagers who delay the first time they get drunk are more likely to turn out to be sensible drinkers.



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160 British medics sign up to help the fight against Ebola

The volunteers will spend six weeks trying to stem the worst ever outbreak of the disease, which has claimed more than 2,800 lives.



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Meet the snake boy who has shed his skin every 41 days since he was born...and has to soak his body in water every HOUR to stay alive

Ari Wibowo sheds his skin like a snake every two days and must constantly smear his body with moisturiser to stop it hardening and seizing up.



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Statin users more at risk of piling on the pounds: Scientists warn millions of users to do more exercise to counter side effect

The discovery, made by researchers at University College London and the University of Glasgow, will add fuel to the controversy raging over the use of statins.



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Nurses' poor handwriting and maths 'is costing lives'

To address the problem, hand-held devices were given to nurses at Queen Alexandria hospital in Portsmouth iand at University Hospitals in Coventry.



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Do you prefer a glass of wine or a pint of bitter? The alcohol you choose is written in your genes, study finds

Researchers at The Pennsylvania State University found alcohol-related sensations and bitter taste receptors could be linked to genetic variations.



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Eat healthily and exercise regularly? You can still get Type 2 diabetes: One in 10 diagnosed with condition found to be perfectly normal weight

Charity Diabetes UK, which analysed the data, said it highlights that weight is not the only risk factor. Older people are more likely to develop type 2 diabetes, as are those with a family history of the disease.



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Time to re-decorate? Well-ventilated offices with potted plants, good views and natural daylight boost workers' health, job performance and satisfaction

Research from the World Green Building Council found that ensuring offices have good air quality is one of a few easy steps which can significantly improve workers' output and decreased sick time.



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