Many Australians are taking medicinal cannabis for their anxiety, depression and post-traumatic stress disorder. But does it actually work?
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In 1619, a loud sound and a bright flash of light woke philosopher René Descartes from a dream. Was it divine revelation – or exploding head syndrome?
There is a lot more to healthy eating than what’s on your plate. How, why and when you eat also matters. Here are 3 tips to get started.
The evidence shows nicotine-based vapes are likely to cause oral and lung cancer. We just don’t yet know how many cases it will cause.
Counselling records including notes, transcripts and even audio and video files are ending up in the hands of defendants’ legal teams.
Nobody wants impaired drivers on the road. But if you take medicinal cannabis and need to drive, here are some options to minimise the risk.
Space is extremely dangerous, but people can still do more than robotic explorers can – in terms of technical achievements and inspiring public interest.
Among a range of proposed reforms, Australia’s therapeutic goods regulator outlines 3 options for SPF labelling – including removing the numbers altogether.
Dark chocolate has a reputation for being healthier, but is that true? Here’s how to choose between dark and milk chocolate this Easter.
Cheap, quick and simple, this dish overcomes many barriers young people say stop them cooking at home. But what about the nutritional content?
For many citydwellers, parks are sanctuaries, But they may also be home to harmful pathogens.
Put on your legal glasses for a moment. Then take our quick quiz to see if you can spot how this medicinal cannabis website bends the rules.
Parenting a tween or teen can be very different from parenting a younger child. Here’s how to adapt and stay connected as they gain independence.
Would you buy more fruit and veg if it was cheaper? A new study shows we could subsidise the healthy stuff by taxing junk food, and not just soft drinks.
More people are accessing medicinal cannabis than ever expected, or the health system was designed for. And we’re failing patients.
Sleep changes are a normal sign of ageing, but they can sometimes be an early symptom of neurodegenerative disease.
Air hunger is more than just feeling out of breath. Here’s what causes this distressing sensation – and when to seek help.
This means less typical presentations of ADHD – such as in women and girls, quiet inattentive adults and high-achieving students – could be overlooked.
Seeking a second opinion is not a sign of distrust – it’s good self-advocacy.
Children don’t need a flawless example of parents who never drink alcohol. But over time, they notice your choices about when, why and how much you drink.
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