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Diagnosis for myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome currently relies on sometimes controversial diagnostic criteria – and can take years.
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Globally, osteoarthritis affects nearly 600 million people. Yet fewer than 50% are offered the one proven treatment: exercise.
People experiencing homelessness are more likely to end up in the emergency room.
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Homelessness is solvable through affordable and supportive housing. Hospitals should be part of the solution.
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The way someone forms emotional bonds with their caregivers as a child can increase the risk they’ll be violent to a partner later in life. But other factors play an important role.
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By August,15.8% of children aged under five were suffering from acute malnutrition.
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An infection control expert explains why sharing your razor, towel or toothbrush isn’t such a great idea.
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We can’t prevent violence against women and children without tackling men’s heavy alcohol use.
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Studies show vaping raises the number of ACE2 receptors: the doorway COVID uses to attack. That means higher risk and slower recovery.
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One type of sweat tends to smell more than the other, and it might not be the one you think.
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Modern life bombards our brains with stimulation, through scrolling feeds, video games, email pings and sugary snacks. Can going without for 24 hours help?
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Adding fluoride to drinking water is a safe and effective way to prevent cavities. But some councils are removing it from their water supplies.
Regulatory T cells monitor other immune cells and ensure that our immune system tolerates our own tissues.
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How this year’s Nobel-winning research could make cancer immunotherapy even smarter.
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Here’s what’s really going on while you’re in the waiting room.
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Health care is responsible for up to 7% of Australia’s greenhouse gas emissions. Reducing the use of disposable products could reduce this footprint.
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Sleeplessness, anxiety and invisible care work show why extreme heat is a public-health emergency.
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Children’s supplements claim to support immunity, growth, or overall wellbeing. But what does the science say?
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People who can’t afford to treat tooth decay may live with pain and have missing teeth – and they’re more likely to face discrimination.
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Bladder trouble isn’t just bad luck. These six common mistakes could be the reason.
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The review recommended an independent accreditation body as a priority. But there are notable gaps, including no mention of a national donor register.
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From peppermint to cumin, research suggests these herbs and spices could help soothe your digestive system.