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Only 50% of Colorado homes have been tested for radon.
Antibiotic prescribing around the time of surgery and in aged care isn’t always appropriate, a new report shows. Here’s what else we learned.
Knowing in advance what your specialist will charge is a good step forward. But we need fairer fees to start with.
The government has allowed private health insurers to raise premiums by an average of 4.41% from April. How are these set? And why is it higher than inflation?
Bowel cancer is uncommon in those aged under 50, but rates are rising. Here’s how you can reduce your risk.
A new review suggests exercise might not help osteoarthritis after all. But don’t write off exercise just yet. Here’s what you can do to ease the pain.
Before COVID, Australia reached its target of 95% of one-year-olds fully immunised. Now, lower coverage means more babies are at risk of whooping cough and measles.
The idea that depression is caused by a chemical imbalance in the brain is more than half a century old. The reality is more complex.
Weightlifting shoes could help with certain exercises, but it depends on your specific goals and situation.
Every autistic child has individual strengths and needs. New research investigates how a category of ‘profound autism’ could impact their diagnosis and supports.
Research suggests how we talk to ourselves may matter more than how positive the message is.
The latest figures suggest it’s easier now to find a bulk-billing GP. But poorer patients can still miss out, for one important reason.
The Y chromosome doesn’t seem to do much except determine sex – but its loss in older men might be linked to heart disease, cancer and Alzheimer’s.
Climate change is making people sicker and more vulnerable to disease, doctors and scientists explain. Erasing the federal endangerment finding increases the risk.
In Australia, food labels can be hard to understand, let alone verify. So do we need an overhaul of our current health star rating system?
Men’s sperm numbers and fertility also decline with age. If you’re planning to have kids in the future, here’s what you need to know.
Prepping for a job interview or giving a speech at your best mate’s wedding? Here’s why your tummy’s a-flutter.
Before you spend your money, here’s why you should think twice about buying a weight-loss patch.
As dementia rises, scientists are exploring whether menopause hormone therapy could support brain health as well as relieve symptoms.
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Senior Lecturer, School of Psychology and Neuroscience, University of Bristol
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Professor of Health Economics, The University of Melbourne
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