‘Deaths of despair’, obesity hit under-50s
Australia has one of the highest life expectancies in the world, but like other high-income English-speaking countries such as the US and Britain, there’s a serious problem for those under 50.
Wellbeing
There was no ‘holistic’ way to treat my mum’s cancer
Elle hath no fury like a cancer survivor saved by gruelling conventional therapy, only to be told by a celebrity that it might not have been necessary. Macpherson needs to take a leaf out of Kate Middleton’s book.
The cold plunge: a beginner’s guide to ice baths
Submerging yourself in very, very cold water is the wellness trend sweeping the nation, but is it really that good for you?
Want to slow down getting older? Go travelling
Could there be a better reason to travel? New university research has found evidence positive tourism experiences can slow the ageing process.
‘Dangerous, irresponsible, quackery’: doctors slam Elle’s cancer claims
The supermodel says her ‘holistic’ approach means she is now in remission for her breast cancer but specialists warn alternative treatments increase the risk of death six-fold.
How a script for medicinal cannabis ended a 27-year health battle
Partner of Australian rugby league Immortal Andrew Johns, Kate Kendall, had a positive experience using cannabis prescribed by her doctor. But while the battle for medicinal use has been won, why is the quest for full legalisation running out of puff?
‘Ageing challenge’: navigating demographic shifts; economic impacts
The global ageing trend, fuelled by declining birthrates and increasing life expectancy, presents significant challenges and opportunities that demand urgent attention, writes Hari Hara Priya Kannan.
This is what burnout feels like
In her pursuit of ‘perfect’, Lydia O’Donnell was running 170 kilometres a week. She was also exhausted, her social life and relationships in tatters.
How much alcohol can you drink a week and still be healthy?
Scientists are closer to settling on how much — or how little — you can consume without raising your risk for health problems.
Sea moss: The health world’s latest obsession explained
From gut health to a strengthened immune system, this trending sea vegetable claims to do it all. But is it all hype or is this slimy substance your new health hero?
Star scientist’s claim of ‘reverse aging’ draws hail of criticism
Other longevity researchers rebuke Australian-born Harvard geneticist; ‘The selling is a step too far’
‘We got a sleep divorce and our marriage has never been better’
These couples are trading restless nights for dual primary bedrooms and ‘snore rooms’.
Awake at 2am? Here’s how to get back to dreamland
Whether it’s a digital detox or the perfect sleep environment, there are a number of ways to try and achieve a better sleep. We asked two experts to share tips they swear by.
Waking up to Australia’s sleep crisis
Medico and long-time insomniac Michael Mosley was offered a good night’s sleep as part of a groundbreaking Flinders University trial. His results have ramifications for us all.
Knowing your ‘ageotype’ could add years to your life
Science has identified four distinct ways our bodies age. Paying extra attention to your biological ‘Achilles heel’ may be the key to staying healthier, longer.
Getting a good night’s rest lies in the basics
From rocking to noise therapy, swaddling to self-soothing, the back-to-basics approach to newborn sleep might hold the key to a better night’s rest at any age.
‘Battler’s disease’: UTI sufferers’ plight relegated by medicos
Chronic urinary tract infection affects women and children disproportionately – is this why medicine has failed to treat the condition seriously?
What a $3000 ‘longevity’ health assessment actually tells you
The old question of if you were given a box containing the exact date of your death, would you open it has now become: how much are you prepared to pay for the privilege?
Anti-ageing, AI and psychedelics: The wellness trends to know
From mind-altering medicine to hi-tech health, these trends will shape the world of wellness in 2024.
The best alcohol-free cocktails and spirits
I used to write New York’s hottest column about bars – now I’m off alcohol altogether. Here’s what I drink instead.
Fans, celebrity, scandals: what life is really like at 110
Supercentenarians – or humans aged over 110 – are late arrivals to the world of celebrity. But as they age they attract intense attention from experts, investigators and internet superfans alike.
Dog tired? The six rules of healthy sleeping
As you get older, you’ll sleep for fewer hours, and those who are deprived of it may be prone to dementia. What do the experts recommend?
Want to avoid Australia’s aged care mess? Just live to 100
We can’t stop the biological clock, but according to a new TV show we could be just a few servings of sweet potato away from cracking triple figures.
Where wellness springs from a billabong
Take a break at this tranquil retreat carved out of bushland close to Sydney.
The B vitamins that boost your mood and fend off anxiety
People who eat vegemite are less likely to become stressed or depressed than those who don’t.
Smokers, apnoea a fatal mix
Smokers who suffer from sleep apnoea spend longer than non-smokers at ‘dangerously low’ oxygen levels during their sleep, increasing their risk of cardiovascular death.
Diagnosed with insomnia? Here’s how I get more sleep
In my quest for beauty sleep, I’ve tried everything from aromatherapy and melatonin to acupressure and camomile tea. But alas. Each temporary fix has been exactly that: a passing relief.
Rich and rare: Lowy takes stock
Even for Australia’s richest, not everything is attainable and for Frank Lowy, one commodity has eluded him.
Longer lives may not go swimmingly
Of the gains to our life expectancy in the past three decades, a disproportionate amount has been in years of less than full health.
How to live well in your final decade
Health-adjusted life expectancy tells us how many of our final years we can actually expect to enjoy.
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