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I’ve got an online habit that worries doctors

A chronically ill Sydney woman goes online for this reason, like many of us do. But doctors are alarmed by the trend and are urging people to be careful.

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Big mental health shock in the budget

Psychologists and psychiatrists have slammed the federal government for ignoring mental health in the budget, saying they are devastated.

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The nine household items that are putting people in hospital

Accidents at home are rising, often for reasons you’d least expect. See how to reduce your likelihood of ending up in hospital.

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I’m a GP – I have these concerns about the bulk-billing changes

Dr Kavya Chaganti breaks down the $8.5bn bulk-billing changes promised by both major parties and reveals her main concern for patients.

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Gursirat Kaur, 1, spent almost two months in intensive care earlier this year after contracting a Strep A infection. Supplied

Strep A surge: What’s driving Aussie cases of deadly infection

Doctors are desperately testing vaccines against Step A, as a surge in cases strikes babies and young children.

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New cancer-killing pill: How it works

Scientists have developed a drug that could be a game changer for treating a range of cancers including breast, lung and skin. See how it works.

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How to finally get better at saying ‘no’

Yes, it’s possible

DAILY TELEGRAPH JULY 3, 2023 Fitness fanatic Rob Hodgson needed a heart transplant in 2022, two years after he caught Covid on a work trip to the USA. His wife Amanda has been his carer through the ordeal. Picture: David Swift

‘Literally saves lives’: How organ donation works

How do you become an organ donor? How do I speak to my family about donation? What are the common myths? See experts’ answers to these questions – and more.

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Cheap, simple ways to get a good night’s sleep

We all need a good sleep. It’s a chance to recharge, de-stress and even fight off wrinkles. But half of all Aussies sleep poorly. Here’s how to change that.

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News, The Daily Telegraph, Bundaberg QLD 8.6.23 Dwayne Honor & his mum Judy Honor not happy with the news taht they can't get insurance. Photo Paul Beutel

The heartbreaking financial pitfalls of genetic testing

Judy Honor would never have had a genetic test if she’d known it would have led to an insurance company discriminating against her son. Now they want the law changed to protect others.

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Is a fear of being candid holding you back from saying what you really want to? Image: Getty

How to speak up when you’re annoyed with someone

Don’t just let it slide

The rising cost of living has made it harder for Australians to justify private health insurance. Image: Unsplash

With price hikes ahead, is private health cover worth it?

Premiums just keep increasing

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