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‘Changed my life’: How Aussie mum lost 50kg
An Aussie mother, who once weighed 120kg, has revealed how she shed almost half her body weight – and kept it off for 10 years.
How does your body compare to your age?
Your “health age” is a good way to check if you need to consider some lifestyle changes. Find out yours. Take our test.
How cognition changes before dementia, Alzheimer’s hits
New research challenges the common perception that memory loss is the earliest indicator of dementia, and in particular Alzheimer’s.
Simple coffee hack will help you lose half a kilo in a week
Your morning brew of choice can help – or hinder – your weight loss goals. See how changing the type of coffee you drink can make a huge difference on the scales.
‘Heartbreaking’: Baby’s cancer battle after months of salmonella treatment
Baby Bryson was struggling for months, unable to get over salmonella, his mum was constantly bringing him to the doctor until finally they received a shocking diagnosis.
‘Can’t take it back’: Influencer’s fears keep twins out of public eye
Influencer and advocate Jordan Lambropoulos has decided not to post her baby twin girls to her over 100,000 social media followers. Find out why.
‘She’s scared’: Mum thought tot had a virus – it was a tumour
Three-year-old Eve Robertson was hallucinating rainbows and stars on the ceiling of her hospital bed after a common virus lead to a devastating diagnosis.
‘Gut said it wasn’t right’: Sudden change mum couldn’t ignore
This Adelaide family thought the sudden change in their daughter’s behaviour was a reaction to their new baby but it was something far more dangerous.
‘Worst day of my life is coming’: Dad told youngest daughter is dying
Little Hailey Valle has spent the last few years bravely fighting despite her parents facing “red tape” getting her into a clinical trial to give her better odds.
Minister grilled on puberty blocker ban
Pausing puberty blockers is based on “science and concern”, not ideology, the Queensland Health Minister says.
‘You don’t have a choice’: Horror as boy’s skull begins to dissolve
Seven-year-old Dustin Cole-Putland was about to embark on his dream holiday after struggling for months with serious health battles – but then he received a cruel diagnosis.
One reason little Lucy is still alive eight years after grim diagnosis
The Adelaide girl’s mother says there is one “beautiful family” out there to whom they owe everything.
Young Aussies turning away from alcohol
Young Aussies are turning their backs on the booze, and it’s earning them a reputation as the country’s most “sensible” generation.
Popular festivals to roll out pill testing
Several popular Aussie music festivals – including one where a person died and another where multiple overdoses occurred – will both have pill testing in place.
Mystery condition leaves young woman in ‘debilitating’ health fight
It started with a virus, now this 23-year-old SA woman is bed-bound and doctors investigating what’s caused her life-altering health condition.
‘Not a dream’: Young mum has organ removed after misdiagnosis
A mum-of-two spent the holidays in hospital away from her young family due to receiving surgery for the removal of an organ. Doctors soon discovered the true cause of her symptoms.
Coughing fit triggers health nightmare as dad’s life hangs in balance
Father-of-two and avid rock climber Adam Binns suffered a severe medical episode after succumbing to a simple bug — now doctors say he might never fully recover.
Grief for young mum as family day out turns tragic
Young mum Maddison Hicks dedicated her life to her beautiful children, until her own life was cut unbelievably short after a tragic sudden event.
Adelaide man’s grim choice in face of rare diagnosis
Justin Campbell is currently awaiting treatment in Mexico. If it succeeds, he could go to Cambridge. If it fails, he says euthanasia may be his only option.
‘Hell of a journey’: Mum-of-four’s disease masks cancer diagnosis
After dismissing her symptoms and collapsing multiple times on her home floor, Tara Tedge was diagnosed with a life-altering disease which she wants to raise awareness for so no-one else has to go through what she is.
US hospital hell for Aussie pair in anniversary holiday nightmare
An Aberfoyle Park man has told of his desperate moves to save his wife after what was supposed to be a romantic trip overseas almost turned deadly.
Best way to lose weight without Ozempic
Diets alone are not the answer. Experts say there is a better, healthier way to losing weight, keeping it off and stay strong. Follow these exercises.
‘Over’: Barnes issues major health update
Australian rock legend Jimmy Barnes has shared a health update after he underwent surgery for an injury he noticed while on tour.
‘I live life three months at a time’: Man’s devastating cancer reality
Mark Godfrey never would’ve known he had cancer if he didn’t mention this strange symptom in passing to his GP at the end of his consult, now he lives life in three month blocks.
Shock stat exposes Aussie dementia reality
A shocking new report has exposed the dire health reality for almost half a million Aussies, as experts warn the figures are expected to double over the next three decades.
How 77yo fights insidious disease
A new initiative is set to fast track treatment for two incurable conditions as one patient shares the inspiring message that “life doesn’t end” with diagnosis.
How 77yo fights insidious disease
A new initiative is set to fast track treatment for two incurable conditions as one patient shares the inspiring message that “life doesn’t end” with diagnosis.
‘My dad has cancer and I sent him away to fight for his life’
Just two weeks after walking his daughter down the aisle, Mick Walker was diagnosed with cancer – and then he was told the only treatment was interstate away from his loved ones.