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Oprah Winfrey, pictured here in Sydney last Thursday, has returned to Australia for the first time in a decade for a series of in-conversation live events sponsored by pharmaceutical company Eli Lilly.

Why Oprah Winfrey can’t discuss what brought her to Australia

Eli Lilly, the manufacturer of weight-loss drug Mounjaro, is sponsoring a series of Oprah Winfrey live events. But local laws restrict her explaining why.

The best tracker for you depends on what you want to get out of it, says bioinformatician and wearables expert Rob ter Horst.

The best wearables for sleep, sport and general health tracking

From stress and sleep, to your breathing rate and cardiovascular strain, modern wearables claim to track an ever-growing list of health and fitness metrics.

Age is the main factor that drives infertility. But fertility does not suddenly plummet on your 35th birthday.

Why the idea of a ‘fertility cliff’ at 35 is not totally true

Doctors and researchers say that many women see their mid-30s as a tipping point. But getting pregnant hinges on a complex array of factors.

The makers of health and fitness trackers want to be able to provide personalised recommendations.

Blood test results on Whoop? Welcome to the future of wearables

Users can upload past blood test results to see how their habits and behaviours are affecting their biomarkers.

November

The commercial marketplace has stepped in where clinicians and policymakers did not. Menopause supplements, hormone optimisation programs, cycle-syncing workouts and fertility support are marketed aggressively to women whose concerns have been historically dismissed or minimised.

Why women are turning to apps instead of doctors

Female health has been systemically relegated for decades. Influencers and entrepreneurs are filling the gap with simple narratives and purchasable solutions.

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Inflammation of the coronary arteries plays an important role in heart disease but has often gone undetected, leading to sudden heart attacks in otherwise healthy people.

This test predicts your chances of a heart attack in the next 8 years

Developed by researchers at Oxford University, the technology has been described by cardiologists as the “best predictor of a heart attack”.

Career advice that actually works, from a $2.5b company CEO

PEXA chief Russell Cohen also has useful tips about what executives should focus on – and what they should not – as they climb the corporate ladder.

Dr Marita Long, Professor Blossom Stephan and Associate Professor Michael Woodward offer tips on how to reduce your risk of dementia.

Why your exercise routine may not be enough to protect your brain

Dementia has overtaken heart disease to become Australia’s No.1 killer, yet as many as half of cases could be prevented by lifestyle changes.

Plant-based fibre can help dilate blood vessels, reduce arterial stiffness and regulate blood pressure.

I’m a cardiologist. Here’s what you need to know about red meat

Our microbiome may play a much bigger role in heart health than we once realised. Eating more plant-based fibre, ferments and antioxidant-rich foods can help.

The viral health claim that taking estrogen in perimenopause could reduce one’s risk of breast cancer, heart attack and stroke by 60 per cent was based on a misinterpretation of a recent study.

Oestrogen the ‘ultimate longevity drug’? Not so fast

A flawed study caused panic about hormone replacement therapy for women. Experts think the backlash has gone too far.

Too much highly processed food, too often hurts our heart health.

43 global health experts push for tobacco-style war on processed foods

Citing big health risks, scientists argue in The Lancet that governments must act urgently to curb foods laden with harmful additives, fat, sugar and salt.

Pomeroy Pacific and Quattro Corp’s latest joint venture, Kooyongkoot.

Wealthy downsizers flock to hotel-style apartments

Developer PQD is pursuing a downsizer-focused development in Melbourne’s inner east with everything from a golf simulator to infrared saunas.

At least 5 per cent of people with Hodgkin lymphoma experience pain in a lymph node or another discreet area of the body after drinking, one study found.

I’m a cancer expert. Here are 4 symptoms you shouldn’t ignore

An oncologist reveals four lesser-known symptoms, from alcohol-related pain to high calcium levels, that warrant a visit to your doctor.

From TV party boy to 7 ironman triathlons in 21 days

Spencer Matthews is tackling the challenge, including a stop in Perth, to raise funds for charity and continue his journey of self-transformation.

Dopamine creates the will to engage in effortful action in pursuit of a goal.

6 tips for beating dopamine distraction to get more done

Dopamine creates the will to engage in effortful action in pursuit of a goal. Here’s how to make it work for you, not against you.

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Adam Ryan has raced up Eureka Tower in Melbourne, Central Park Tower in Perth and RAA Place in Adelaide, and won the Tower One Stair Challenge in Sydney’s Barangaroo. Further afield, he’s completed the  Swissôtel Vertical Marathon in Singapore, the DC Tower Run in Vienna and New York’s Empire State Building Run-Up.

How ‘tower running’ can supercharge your fitness

The masochistic pursuit of racing up skyscraper stairwells can incinerate calories, elevate your physical wellbeing and even sharpen the mind.

World No.2 tennis player Carlos Alcaraz says nasal strips help him “recover better” between points. The science, however, is equivocal at best.

The 4 times this viral health hack might actually work

It’s the ’90s trend all over your social media feed, but experts say its benefits are often overblown. Here are the few exceptions where it might pay off.

EcoView Retreat in Queensland’s Tallebudgera Valley is for sale.

Wellness retreat up for grabs as Gwinganna founder slows down

Wellness entrepreneur Tony de Leede is looking to sell his $20m EcoView Retreat on the Gold Coast. He is even open to offers for his famed Gwinganna retreat.

Pushing hard is necessary for building fitness, but there are at least five red flags linked to your heart health that you shouldn’t ignore.

I’m a sports cardiologist. Here are 5 red flags you shouldn’t ignore

Pushing hard in training helps us get fitter, but balance is essential. A specialist shares his advice for exercising safely at a high level for years to come.

Inside a Young Rich Lister’s million-dollar home wellness space

Simon Beard, the founder of streetwear empire Culture Kings, wants to live as long as possible to enjoy his success.

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