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We found teenagers who’d had traumatic experiences by age 12 were more likely to be vaping regularly at 15.
Even we were surprised at the levels of mental ill-health years after being released into the community.
While long COVID may not be immediately or directly life-threatening, it could exacerbate existing conditions.
Get ready for an alarming future, where truth and science no longer matter.
It’s OK to say you feel awkward and acknowledge the challenges they’re facing. But there are practical things you can do too.
The ancient classical texts of Hinduism taught that every age and stage of life need not be lived as a breathless race. They proposed living according to one’s natural capabilities.
Matcha is a powdered version of green tea. Here’s what the evidence says about whether it’s good for us.
Ketamine is steadily becoming the drug of choice for many people in the party scene. Here’s how to keep you and your mates safe.
Using ethnicity as a proxy for need is supported by local and international research. The government’s decision to get rid of it will mean worse outcomes for Māori and Pacific New Zealanders.
Many peoples throughout history used the warmth of the Sun to heal. Others used lamps or light split into different colours, which we still use today.
Although heatwaves can affect everyone, older adults are particularly at risk. But our new research has found older Queenslanders don’t necessarily believe heat poses a risk to their health.
Some private health insurers are offering their members easier access to GP telehealth services, sometimes for free.
The roles of health professionals such as nurses, physiotherapists and psychologists have been frozen for decades. A new review shows how this can change.
Pigs are an ideal ‘mixing vessel’ for avian and human viruses.
In a new review, we explored the impact of physical activity on type 2 diabetes among First Nations Australians. But there wasn’t much data to be found.
The distress experienced by people near death is not limited to pain caused by illness or disease. Our research sheds light on the economic and political reasons dying is much harder for some.
Thirst is one of the most basic biological drivers for drinking water. But there are other indicators which can also tell us we may need to drink more.
Your GP shines a light in your eyes, orders a blood test and requests some medical imaging. All rely on light to help diagnose disease.
In the 16th and 17th centuries, even something as simple as a mole could have had you accused of being a witch.
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