Why this pregnancy condition has increased 70 per cent
More pregnant women are being diagnosed with this serious condition which can lead to complications and bigger babies.
Family Health
Heel prick test to start screening babies for new condition
The test which screens babies for genetic conditions by pricking their heel to get a tiny sample of blood will now be able to check for a new condition.
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.
‘She was the one’: Couple’s emotional surrogacy journey
After a chronic illness and multiple miscarriages, an Aussie couple have welcomed their miracle baby – sharing their emotional journey to parenthood.
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‘You’re playing with people’s lives’: Fury at lack of detail on IVF fails
Victorians have been left in the dark on IVF clinic failings after the regulator quietly stopped reporting key details about lost and damaged embryos, egg and sperm.
Kids at risk: Warning signs every parent needs to look out for
Aussie children are facing a crisis like no other generation, but there are ways parents can help them. It can start by answering these questions.
Revealed: Worst NDIS delays facing Aussie families
One mother was told her son needed to wait 18 months for speech therapy as massive NDIS delays continue to anger Aussies. See the average wait time in your state, and the neglected suburbs.
‘I tried 15 mins of hypnotherapy a day for IBS and it’s life-changing’
Joanna could only book afternoon flights because she spent her mornings on the toilet with crippling IBS – now her life isn’t dictated by her chronic condition.
‘Highest levels’: Urgent health warning
Health authorities are warning the public to be extra wary of gastro symptoms after a spike in cases.
How to stop daylight savings wreaking havoc with kids’ sleep and health
The clocks will change in Victoria on Sunday, presenting a sleep schedule nightmare for parents. Paediatrician Dr Golly explains how to approach it with kids and babies.
‘Real win’ for women needing this service
Women living in one Australian state will have better access to a vital service from Saturday in a move described as a “real win” foe women.
Aussies waiting almost a month to see a GP
About 40 per cent of Aussies are waiting almost a month to see a GP, which has seen pharmacists retrain at university to provide more services to their local communities.
Aussie state goes rogue on vape ban
One Aussie state will introduce the toughest vape laws in the country overriding federal laws that come into effect next month.
More Aussies eligible for free vaccine: See if you qualify
More Australians will now be able to access a lifesaving vaccination, saving them hundreds of dollars. See if you are eligible.
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