Lifestyle
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Healthcare
Why this unhealthy trend may become an ill wind for Medicare
The growth in out-of-pocket costs to see a GP is a tangible sign that our world-beating health system is strained.
- by Matt Wade
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Opinion
Health
I can remember most things in vivid detail. It’s both a blessing and a curse
Most people would view having a super memory as a gift. But with the obvious good of remembering the name of your childhood neighbour’s dog, also comes the bad.
- by Caroline Zielinski
What is heart rate variability? And how much attention should we pay it?
HRV has become a favoured metric among elite athletes and those looking to improve their health – but experts say people should be aware of these myths.
- by Sarah Berry
Tracy Bevan: ‘We always say that if it’s for charity, there are no calories!’
The director of the McGrath Foundation shares her day on a plate.
- by Nicole Economos
Can drinking alcohol really prevent food poisoning?
While there is evidence that drinking can keep you safe from becoming unwell, there’s more to the story, according to experts.
- by Alice Callahan
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Wellbeing
Is the running boom making you feel exhausted too?
Nearly half of Australians feel stressed by the pressure to appear “well”, even if they’re already ticking the boxes of wellbeing.
- by Sarah Berry
Has parenting really become too hard? Experts certainly believe so
Many parents are at the breaking point of stress, and some say parenting has become too hard. What can we do to bring the joy back?
- by Sarah Berry
‘Four Weetbix sprinkled with brown sugar’: This actor’s midnight snack
Tim Draxl shares what he eats during a performance day.
- by Nicole Economos
The simple nutrition advice every 40-something should follow
According to experts, these are the best seven ways to ensure a healthy diet in your 40s and beyond.
- by Polly Dunbar
‘It’s not inappropriate’: Why adults with dementia are often shamed for sex
Baby Boomers are set to dominate aged care in the next decade. As the generation of free love, their expectations around sex means providers need to change.
- by Lauren Ironmonger
Why women need to change how they move into menopause
Experts argue that moderate exercise may not be the most effective for combatting two major concerns perimenopausal and menopausal women have.
- by Sarah Berry
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