A new study found the benefits of amateur sport outweigh the risks of a single blow to the head – but repeated concussions are likely to do more damage.
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Childhood diabetes has almost doubled in the last two decades, with massive increases in Finland, Sweden and Norway.
While many of us may not be thrilled at the idea of doing a ‘number two’ in a public toilet, some people face more serious anxiety. This is called parcopresis, or shy bowel.
Vaccines are available – but they’re not free for everyone.
Some social media users are trying to stay awake for as long as possible – here’s why it’s a terrible idea
World Bank president Ajay Banga is in Australia to secure funding for sustainable economic development and critical infrastructure in the world’s poorest nations.
High-fat, sugar-rich and salty foods are just so enjoyable to eat. And it’s not only you who thinks so – we’ve evolved that way.
The two main reasons you may need to take a medicine with food relate to absorption and tolerably.
The TGA is considering an updated COVID vaccine, which would be better matched to current variants.
Make your freshers’ week one to remember – in a good way. Here’s how to keep yourself healthy and happy as you start university life.
A cardiac arrest and a heart attack are distinct, yet overlapping, concepts. Here’s how to tell them apart.
We can’t rely on rich countries to donate mpox vaccines. Here’s what we need to do instead.
A new study in mice suggests fasting could increase the risk of cancer. Yet previous research has said the opposite. Here’s what to make of these conflicting findings.
As a clinical psychologist using CBT with my patients, I can attest to its efficacy – but I’ve also seen that it doesn’t work for everyone.
The results of much DIY dentistry are nothing to smile about.
This is not the first time we’ve seen powerful celebrity stories about cancer have the potential to influence public health. Here’s how you can make sense of the latest news.
AI tools could help clinicians create our health records. But there’s lots than can go wrong.
Hair today, gone tomorrow? Not with the latest transplant procedures – but what are the risks?
Exploding head syndrome is a scary but poorly understood sleep disorder.
A recent study found people taking a particular type of diabetes drug had a lower risk of developing dementia.
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