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Cases of Buruli ulcer have been detected on the New South Wales south coast. Here’s how to protect yourself.
The damage from military attacks on cities can fill the air with pollutants that harm the lungs and stress the heart.
A long-term study following girls and young women for nearly two decades shows the HPV vaccine provides strong and lasting protection against cervical cancer.
A small but growing number of Australians are being diagnosed with a rare tattoo-related eye condition.
It can be tempting to feed young children early, then sit down to a separate meal once they’re in bed. But having family dinners pays off in the long term.
Parkinson’s disease doesn’t only mean a tremor and falls. It can cause insomnia, memory issues and impulsive behaviour. And it affects men and women differently.
Will vitamin C supplements do you any good and help with these conditions? Here’s what the evidence says – and what to look out for.
The idea of menstrual synchrony isn’t backed by science. So why does this myth still exist?
Trauma survivors who have used EMDR may not get their case heard in court. Here’s what the evidence actually says about this therapy and false memories.
Floods can increase the risk of water contamination. A water safety expert explains how you can ensure your water is safe to drink.
Almond or cashew butter might sound fancier than plain old peanut butter. But you might be surprised to find which one’s better for you.
A new study looked at cancer rates in 417,984 women who’d had fertility treatment and compared them to cancer in the general population of women.
Doctors must treat sepsis quickly to prevent organ failure. But demographic change and drug-resistant infections are making the condition harder to manage.
Your mind goes blank in the supermarket. What was it you meant to buy? Here’s what’s going on in your brain and when you need to see your GP.
Alcohol labels using artwork, imagery and symbols are designed to appeal to women. Here’s why that’s a problem.
Unlike osteoarthritis, inflammatory arthritis can begin at any age and damage joints quickly. Early diagnosis within three months improves outcomes.
Effective support revolves around addressing the origins of this behaviour
From wearable samplers to passive environmental monitoring, new research is changing how scientists observe chemical exposure – without invasive sampling.
Most women give birth in public hospitals, seeing whichever midwife or doctor is rostered on. But research shows seeing the same person reduces a number of risks.
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