Yesterday
Billionaire friend of Prince William dies after ‘swallowing a bee’
Sunjay Kapur, an Indian businessman, fell ill during a polo match in Windsor. Reports suggested he was stung by a bee in the mouth, sparking anaphylactic shock.
This Month
I’m a cancer expert. Here are 11 science-based ways to cut your risk
About one in five people around the world will develop the disease throughout the course of their lives. Take these tips to help avoid it.
May
Billy Joel has a rare brain disorder. What is it?
Billy Joel has cancelled all of his upcoming concerts because of a disorder known as normal pressure hydrocephalus.
‘Game changer’ Alzheimer’s blood test cleared in the US
US regulators have approved the first blood test to help diagnose Alzheimer’s disease, potentially making it easier to find and treat patients.
April
Daily weight-loss pill could rival Ozempic, trial shows
Eli Lilly said clinical results of its GLP-1 in pill form showed safety and efficacy data similar to blockbuster injectable drugs.
March
‘Thankful’ Scolyer surprised to be alive despite brain cancer’s return
But the former Australian of the Year says “I feel devastated and upset” after prolonging his life with a revolutionary treatment.
February
Albanese makes $8.5b Medicare overhaul his signature election policy
The prime minister will make Medicare the centrepiece of his re-election campaign, promising to spend big to eliminate patient costs for visits to the doctor.
Australia’s healthiest places to live (How does your suburb compare?)
A new study looking at the nation’s healthiest cities has turned up some surprising results. Use our interactive map to discover where your suburb is ranked.
January
The doctor on a crusade to help menopausal women ‘get their lives back’
Mary Claire Haver, an obstetrician and gynaecologist, has built a multimillion-dollar business advising women on how to navigate menopause. But not everyone is a fan.
Is busyness a cure for ADHD?
Recent research suggests periods of remission from ADHD symptoms are more likely to occur during demanding times of life.
Why ageing experts are obsessed with health span
There are two main ways experts think we may be able to extend the time we enjoy a quality of life.
I lived a 1950s lifestyle and got fitter, slept better and lost weight
The food wasn’t great and no one would want to go back to washing sheets in the bath, but there were some surprising upsides.
Should you be worried about the HMPV virus spreading in China?
Here is everything you need to know about the respiratory infection and why it’s very different from COVID-19.
Weightlifting could take eight years off your body
A recent study suggests a link between weight training and a reduction in biological age for both men and women.
The real reason men get belly fat (and how to get rid of it)
Research suggests it’s more harmful to be a man who is overweight than a woman who is carrying extra pounds.
December 2024
Bill Clinton admitted to hospital after developing a fever
The former US president is in “good spirits” after being admitted to hospital in Washington DC.
The signs of poor health that your hands, nails and knuckles reveal
The clues to fighting illness, from eczema and psoriasis to arthritis and Parkinson’s, could be right before your eyes.
Sir Elton John reveals he has lost his eyesight
The 77-year-old legendary musician told fans he had lost his vision after an infection in one eye earlier in the year.
November 2024
What schoolies revellers need to know about methanol
Errol Baker says his daughter is lucky to be alive life after she was poisoned by methanol on a schoolies trip to Bali. He and experts offers tips on reducing the risks.
‘Don’t drink spirits’: The sobering reality of methanol poisoning
In Asia, methanol poisoning is surprisingly common. This is why it is so dangerous, how to steer clear, and what to do if you get unlucky.