‘Eighty is a weird land to be in’: Michael Palin is still looking on the bright side of life
He’s seen up close how people live around the world. So how is the Monty Python star faring at 81?
Health
‘I had the worst response to chemo possible’
Jacinta Frawley, a psychotherapist from Sutherland in Sydney, had a stage three ovarian cancer diagnosis that was unresponsive to treatment – until a new treatment handed her a new lease on life.
Where did we come from? Try looking underwater in WA
Searching for the answers to life’s big questions can take you to some amazing places on Earth – such as the remote beaches of Western Australia where clues are found beneath the surface.
Grog price changes ‘a danger to women’
The NT government is set to push ahead and dump the floor price on alcohol despite calls to leave it in place.
Genetic bias ban delayed, despite Labor’s pledge
A major barrier to the genomics revolution remains standing, despite commitments by the Albanese government, with a ban on genetic discrimination stalled.
Can trying to solve the ageing puzzle end up ageing you in the process?
If the universe is expanding, black holes are sucking everything in and time is relative, surely getting older could be like an elastic band. Right?
A 12-year-old’s journey into the world of weight-loss drugs
A mother in the US found success with a weight-loss drug after a lifelong battle. Noticing her daughter start down the same path, she decided to have her try semaglutide.
How to get a good night’s sleep — and the real reasons you’re not
We know sleep is good for us, and now we can track every moment of it. But is our anxiety about a good night’s rest becoming counterproductive?
What are insurers and hospitals fighting about?
A heated brawl between private health insurers and the nation’s hospitals has gone public. Something has to give. So far it’s the patients who look likely to pay more, no matter who wins.
Six things you need to know about health insurance before you switch
Confused? Health insurance is crucial and complex, but it gets easier if you grasp a few key details. This is what you need to consider.
It’s always going to hurt, but there’s a way to reduce your health insurance bills
While health insurers are in a fight with private hospitals, it’s a good time to review your own cover. Here’s how you can cut your bills.
Try this seriously delicious vegetarian pie packed full of greens
This pie is rich with wild greens — such as fat hen — and is best eaten with, you guessed it, even more greens. A healthy option from a kitchen gardener.
Why it may be time to get your breast implants removed
A decision is looming for many women who have early-generation breast implants that are reaching the end of their lifespan. Here, a women’s health expert outlines what needs to be considered.
Australians suffering aged-care anxiety
The majority of older Australians are suffering a crisis of confidence as they age and the possibility of moving into aged care looms.
Do you need a ‘menopause doula’?
Fed up with being dismissed by medical professionals, women are increasingly turning to coaches to guide them through midlife.
Private equity greed blamed for Healthscope ‘kamikaze’ act
A peak lobby group says the Healthscope furore is the canary in the coalmine as far as private equity in the health sector goes. Healthscope says that’s rubbish.
The age-bomb about to detonate in Australia
Australia will look very different in the next few decades as the population ages and the number of elderly people almost doubles. Are we ready for the coming era of ageing?
‘Unmitigated success’: Australian man survives months with artificial heart before transplant
The Australian man implanted with a groundbreaking artificial heart, developed after a 25-year quest in Brisbane, left hospital and spent time at home before having a successful transplant, doctors have revealed.
Seven changes to make to your diet to help you age well
There’s the Mediterranean diet, and the protein rich diet. And what about blue foods? Eat your way towards healthy ageing with these simple rules.
‘Scratching surface’ of research into rare childhood diseases
It’s one of the great promises of genomic medicine – all children with a rare disease will have their genetic disorder pinpointed and treated.
How to protect yourself against methanol poisoning
Travellers take note – methanol poisoning is more common and widespread than generally understood. Here’s how to avoid it.
Six million hit as hospital operator tears up health fund contracts
Millions of Australians will be affected by Healthscope’s decision to cut ties to 26 insurers – which the industry has labelled ‘unethical’. Is your fund affected? | FULL LIST
Will my surgery be cancelled? What patients need to know in private hospital dispute
A war of words has erupted after the nation’s second-largest hospital operator announced it will terminate contracts with two private health insurers. Here is everything you need to know.
Why Samsung wants to get into your bed
Alarm blaring? Just double tap your fingers and the problem disappears with this new smart ring which tracks your sleep and tells you how much energy you have.
Fifth person dies from Laos poisoning after death of Aussie teen
A British lawyer has become the fifth victim, passing away just hours after Melbourne teenager Bianca Jones, 19, died after drinking alcohol laced with methanol while on holiday with her best friend in Southeast Asia.
Twist of fate leads scientist on a quest for a cure
The birth of American geneticist Soo-Kyung Lee’s daughter Yuna changed not only the scientist’s personal life, but launched her career as the world’s foremost scientist researching FOXG1.
Josie’s story: from rare condition to ray of hope
When my niece Josie was born, genomics was not ready to diagnose her condition. Now my selfless, capable sister has hope there will one day be a treatment for Josie’s incredibly rare syndrome.
More doctors join call for greater access to genetic screening and medicine
An open letter by Australia’s leaders in genomic medicine has attracted even more support from doctors and community health organisations.
Breast cancer at 29: how personal pain inspired Layla’s pursuit for personalised care
Layla Zhu’s experience fighting her own breast cancer has given her a greater understanding of how Peter Mac’s new centre for genomic medicine will help its patients, as well as research.
Business warns of IR mental health toll
More than a third of small business operators have been diagnosed with a mental health condition amid the cost-of-living crisis, an increase in red tape and Labor’s industrial relations changes.
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