Health
The Incredible Benefits of Walking Every Day
3 October
Walking is one of the simplest and most accessible forms of exercise, yet it offers incredible benefits for your overall health and well-being. Whether strolling through your neighbourhood or taking a brisk walk in nature, walking daily can lead...[Read More]
Call for thousands of blood donors as demand skyrockets
25 September
Blood demand is at a 12-year high and plasma is even more in need, sparking a call for Australians to roll up their sleeves. The Red Cross is urging 100,000 Australians – the same number who will fill the MCG for the AFL grand final on Saturday...[Read More]
Pregnancy obesity increases risk of autism, ADHD
25 September
Children born to obese mothers have an increased risk of behavioural and neuropsychiatric conditions, including autism and ADHD. A review and meta-analysis of more than 3.6 million mother-child pairs across 42 studies found that obesity during...[Read More]
Aging with Grace: Honoring Our Parents in Their Later Years
19 September
When parents grow old, it is essential to let them age with the same love and care that they once gave you. Just as they nurtured you through every stage of life, it becomes your turn to show them patience and understanding as they navigate their...[Read More]
Long-COVID study could unlock new vaccines, treatments
19 September
Special cells with long memories could help produce new coronavirus treatments on the back of breakthrough Australian research. A Doherty Institute study found memory “T cells” that recognise long-COVID can be established and fight subsequent...[Read More]
Why you can expect to see more Aussie doctors using AI
4 September
Next time you visit a doctor, a psychiatrist or even a vet, artificial intelligence could be listening to your concerns and taking notes. AI scribes, as the tools are known, are becoming more popular in Australian medical clinics as they promise to...[Read More]
Finger-prick test could screen for early Alzheimer’s
28 August
Alzheimer’s disease could soon be detected by GPs using a small, handheld device developed by Australian experts. Monash University engineers have developed the first-of-a-kind finger-prick blood test to detect the hallmark protein in early...[Read More]
10 Strategies for staying upbeat and productive (and what to avoid)
22 August
Here are the top 10 things to do to stay positive and productive, along with the top 10 things to avoid falling into negativity or becoming non-productive: Firstly, here are the top 10 Things to Do to Stay Positive and Productive: Practice...[Read More]
Most baby foods fail health test, make dodgy claims
14 August
Most Australian baby and toddler foods fail to meet international nutritional guidelines while featuring dodgy health claims in their marketing. More than three-quarters of the 309 food products featured in a newly released study from The George...[Read More]
Aussies delay dental treatment as cost of living bites
7 August
Two-in-three Australians are only visiting the dentist when they have a problem as cost of living pressures continue to bite, amid calls for dental subsidies to be expanded. In an oral health survey of 25,000 people, 61 per cent delayed oral...[Read More]
Building Pride and Confidence: Top Strategies for Personal and Professional Success
1 August
In a world where personal and professional success often hinges on self-perception and the ability to present oneself confidently, understanding and cultivating pride and confidence is essential. This article delves into practical strategies for...[Read More]
Cheaper treatment for children with cystic fibrosis
31 July
A “life changing” medication for cystic fibrosis will be extended to toddlers and preschoolers living with the condition, at a fraction of the price families would normally pay. The drug Trikafta, which would cost $250,000 a year without...[Read More]
Embrace the Journey: Turning Passions into Skills and Career Opportunities
25 July
Starting something new is an exhilarating yet daunting experience. Whether it’s pursuing a passion, learning an instrument, diving into mechanics, or mastering a trade, the journey is as rewarding as the destination. Taking that first step to...[Read More]
High-caffeine brands seized in ‘energy drink’ crackdown
24 July
Hundreds of highly caffeinated beverages have been removed from shelves in a crackdown on potentially harmful energy drinks. Beverages with almost double the maximum allowed caffeine content are among almost 700 drinks seized during inspections of...[Read More]
Inspired living: Cultivating self-motivation and purpose
18 July
Self-inspiration is a transformative process, igniting our internal drive and pushing us toward our goals with newfound energy and enthusiasm. It is the spark that fuels our passion, creativity, and resilience. Inspiration is not a fleeting moment...[Read More]