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It would be handy to be able to be get a shot to protect against this nasty gastro bug. For the most vulnerable, it can be deadly.
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Ginger does more than spice up your stir-fry. Research shows it may ease nausea, reduce inflammation and even support heart health.
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Everyone’s putting protein in everything. But is more always better? Let’s weigh it up (and put the whey down).
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Runners tend to have thicker cartilage in their knees – which cushions and protects the joint – compared to non-runners.
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Data from the Mental Health Commission shows the proportion of people finding it ‘difficult’ or ‘very difficult’ to cope on their income has doubled.
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From gummies promising to eradicate cellulite to brain-boosting powders, supplements are big business. But the science is often shaky.
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We know more about the mechanics of space than of childbirth. With no studies or evidence, care is based on assumptions, and women are paying the price.
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Saunas can offer real health benefits. But there are risks if you push past your body’s limits.
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Police receive 50,000 missing reports in Australia each year. But not everyone goes missing by accident – for some people it’s a choice or a way to cope.
Around 12% of teens are unpaid carers and it’s harming their prospects.
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Young carers are less likely to finish school, get a job, or stay well.
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Staying warm in winter is important, but so is staying safe. So a little caution can go a long way to prevent serious injury.
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Vasectomy is safe for most but a study analysing 11,000 social media comments shows that some men are regretful and in pain months after the procedure.
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You may be thinking it’s not worth the time or trouble to floss young kids’ teeth. But here are some tips to get you and your kids started.
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Loneliness is more than a mental health issue.
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Think your socks are clean? You might need to think again. They can carry millions of bacteria and fungi – and even link suspects to crime scenes.
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Can kids eat too much fruit? Here’s what the evidence says.
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The COVID pandemic likely began when the virus jumped from animals to humans, and didn’t start in a lab. But false narratives continue to circulate.
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Almost half of hospital visitors skip washing their hands after using the toilet. If that’s happening in hospitals, imagine the hygiene at festivals and beaches.
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Testes are heat-sensitive, motion-triggered – and smarter than you probably give them credit for.
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Research shows almost one-third of teenage girls have experienced body shaming online.