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Melatonin gummies are not natural or safe, according to a child sleep expert.
New research looks at a unique model in South Australia where an aged-care facility is co-located with a childcare centre. Here’s what the researchers found.
Without rebates, surgeries for trans people can cost between $20,000 and $100,000.
There are lots of myths about autistic people who don’t talk. Here are three and why they’re so wrong.
What type of person lies to friends and family about having cancer?
Calcium, potassium, arsenic. What the periodic table tells us about life, death and dental work.
Health disparities cost society billions of dollars, and their effects ripple across communities.
Why surgical device design is changing to match the diversity of today’s operating rooms.
Autistic kids need love, to learn through everyday activities and strong connections with family, culture and community. Here’s what’s best practice to support them.
New Zealanders who have experienced interpersonal violence are more likely to end up in hospital for both injury and illness.
New bulk-billed health checks for three-year-olds would refer them for additional support – including psychosocial therapy.
Sleep hygiene is useful if you’re a good sleeper already. If you have insomnia, some of these habits could be making it worse.
Cloves: antibacterial, anti-inflammatory and possibly pain-relieving. Here’s what centuries of tradition – and modern science – say about them.
This concoction is being touted on social media – here’s what the evidence says.
Here’s what hormonal changes you might be experiencing as you approach menopause – and what blood tests can and can’t tell you.
Medicinal cannabis use has increased rapidly in Australia over recent years. But there’s limited evidence it helps the conditions it’s most commonly prescribed for.
Developmental delay might mean a toddler isn’t using sentences when expected, or not meeting milestones such as walking or feeding themself.
Long COVID isn’t just a bunch of lingering symptoms. A new study shows it can stop peoole doing what they want to do, and need to do.
Supplementing vitamin D in healthy people may boost immune response, but it can cause health problems.
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