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DJ Matt James announced he had been diagnosed with myeloma in August to his fans on social media. DJ Matt James is donating all the streaming royalities from his new track ‘It’s Alright’ to Myeloma Australia.Picture: Supplied

‘Get On The Beers’ DJ makes bold move for cancer cure

A rare blood cancer diagnosis came out of the blue for the DJ behind the popular Covid dance track “Get On The Beers” — now he is making a generous move to help find a cure.

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World leader in immunology to help find disease cures in Melb

A Melbourne-educated scientist turned global leader, Professor Ken Smith, is the new director of the Walter & Eliza Hall Institute, which strives to solve complex health issues.

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‘Staggering’: 600 per cent rise in young Aussies smoking and vaping

New figures have revealed a 600 per cent increase in young Australians smoking both cigarettes and using vapes as new campaigns are launched to help Aussies quit.

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How many hours of sleep you should be getting each night

A study has revealed how long adults should be sleeping and how bad sleeping patterns can increase your risk of higher blood pressure and heart disease.

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The Lacey family from left Edward, mum Cara, brother Henry and dad Steve. Genomic testing revealed the cause of Edward’s kidney disease soon after he was born. Photo: Rodney Dekker.,

Victoria at forefront of modern marvel changing lives

It is a miracle of modern medicine that has been life-changing for thousands and Victoria is already a world-leader in genomics medicine.

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Mum of three Sarah Russell with her sons (L-R) Thomas (6), Cooper (9) and Seth (12). Sarah was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2018 but happy to hear money is being invested in research. Picture: Tony Gough

Zero deaths in five years: Bold new target in breast cancer fight

One of the biggest investments in breast cancer research in Australia will form part of a bold plan to eradicate deaths from the disease. See how.

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Robbie Williams shows off weight loss. Picture: Ayda Field/Instagram

Ozempic drought to continue for another year, doctors warn

Desperate diabetics are driving to 50 pharmacies in search of the drug to lower their blood sugar levels due to dire shortages created by doctors also prescribing Ozempic for weight loss.

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