The ‘world first’ contraceptive that doubles as period pain killer
A breakthrough contraceptive that also treats period pain, pelvic pain, fatigue and even headaches is seeking volunteers for a trial of the SA-made world-first medical device.
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Peri-natal depression and anxiety affects dads too
Zach Tuohy’s confession on I’m A Celebrity … Get Me Out of Here has reminded us about the importance of having open discussions around men’s mental health, says Dr Erin Seeto.
Next steps for new Alzheimer’s breakthrough pill
A once-a-day wonder drug that could be the “holy grail” in the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease is a step closer to becoming a reality after a huge win.
New pill provides breakthrough in Alzheimer’s treatment
The drug currently being trialled is just one step away from being hailed as the “holy grail” of treating memory loss and cognitive decline. Here’s how the new medication works.
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Mum charged with drugging 1yo baby
A high-profile mum has been charged after she allegedly gave her one-year-old child “unauthorised” medication to gain online followers and donations.
IVF pregnancy dangers exposed: study
IVF pregnancies can carry a higher risk of exposing the foetus to potentially dangerous medicines, a landmark study has shown.
Warning over shower habit most Aussies do
There are warnings over an increasingly common act that occurs in the bathroom as it is not only filthy, but also dangerous too.
Teen ‘drank himself to death’ at Xmas lunch
Horrific details have emerged about how a 16-year-old Australian boy was allowed to “drink himself to death” over Christmas lunch with his family.
Cause of famous couple’s shock split revealed
A beloved celebrity couple left fans “distraught” when they suddenly broke up last year – but now the real cause of the split has been revealed.
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.
Health funds told to try again on premiums
Private health insurers have been told to “sharpen their pencils” and provide a more “reasonable” price hike which will come into effect on April 1.
You should check if you’re carrying a lot of fat here on your body
Top experts say we need to stop using the BMI to diagnose obesity. Instead it’s where you carry the fat that can matter more. While you don’t need to worry so much in some areas, you do if you hold a lot of weight here.
‘Mass resignation’: State days from ‘disaster’
The health system in one Australian state is on the verge of going “off a cliff” with more than half of this workforce set to quit.
Sex toy ‘dragged through body’ in MRI scan
A report detailing the moment a 23-year-old woman’s MRI scan goes horribly wrong has gone viral, leaving many in disbelief.
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