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Ashleigh Gleeson is National Health Editor. She was previously Chief of Staff at the Herald Sun and has worked as a reporter covering crime, court, education, council and federal politics.

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It started as a small spot on my nose – then I realised I had mpox

Tom Winch’s experience with mpox, previously known as monkeypox, started with a single blemish on his nose. He’s sharing his story to raise awareness.

Sleep

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - SEPTEMBER 9 2024Parents Ranjit and Tahliaha with their children Ahilan and Mara.There has been a spike in the number of parents sending their children - not babies - for sleep lessons/schedules. Picture: Brendan Beckett

How I got a good night’s sleep after 7 years of barely any

For seven years this dad was desperate for a good night’s sleep due to a problem that’s becoming more common in family households. This is how he changed it.

VIDEOFertility

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Video that shows why guys need to kick this habit

If you were looking for motivation to kick this habit then this shocking video might give you that one last push to do it.

INTERACTIVEGuides

Alarming gap in what people know about fertility – take quiz

A shock amount of people don’t realise these things can impact fertility. How does your knowledge stack up? TAKE THIS QUIZ

Weight Loss

I ended up not losing as much as I hoped on this weight loss drug

People who have struggled with their weight have found relief with a new drug. But then their weight loss ground to a halt.

Menopause

How I got my sex drive back after menopause

Shannon Nelson is so glad she spoke up about losing her libido – and she now feels like she’s had a second chance at life after getting help.

EXCLUSIVEFertility

Full list of prices for IVF and egg freezing at each clinic revealed

There are big price differences when it comes to fertility treatment. See the full list of what each centre charges for a standard IVF cycle, egg freezing and monthly storage fees.

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