Underachieving medicine fund requires ‘years’ to fix
An investigation by the national auditor has shown Australia’s national drug subsidy assessor faces ‘staff shortages, claim backlogs’ and bureaucratic shambles.
Health
Off on a holiday roadtrip? Maybe ditch the GPS
A new study finds that cab and ambulance drivers have low rates of death from Alzheimer’s.
Here’s how to get more out of your daily walk
Walking is great for your heart health, but incorporating interval training and reducing sedentary time can deliver even greater returns with every step.
Tea and coffee linked to lower risk of mouth and throat cancer
Drinking three to four cups of coffee a day is associated with the biggest decrease in risk, according to a study.
‘Tis the season for a parable of kindness
Did I just imagine that? Here among the snorters, meat-slappers and moaning joggers were two strangers, partaking in an exchange of kind words, witnessed by no one else in the world.
‘It must be nice to be normal’: my struggle with ADHD and motherhood
Being diagnosed with ADHD shed light on some of my behaviour and difficulty with navigating life but there was little help or guidance on what to do next.
These ‘healthy’ protein bars are the perfect snack
With 5 grams of protein, these dark chocolate crunch bars are high in healthy fats, so, as yummy as they taste, keep it to one per snack.
The keys to living better, for longer
Be social, find a GP you get along with, and keep an eye on the future. Experts weigh in on how to put preventive health principles into practice.
Flights funded as Voluntary Assisted Dying ban battle rages
Queensland’s new government has vowed to continue funding doctors to fly to regional areas to help terminally ill patients end their lives amid the Albanese government’s refusal to lift a ban on telehealth appointments for VAD.
Labor’s stalling leaves loophole for life insurers
One of the last barriers to widespread genetic testing – discrimination against obtaining life insurance – remains in place despite a promise by the Albanese government to clear it.
Menopause and perimenopause – cutting through the hype
This discussion is now at the forefront of women’s health, and a whole-of-society approach is recommended to destigmatise this naturally occurring life event.
Perimenopause shook Katherine’s confidence. Now she’s taking it to the boardroom
She’s smart and successful, but perimenopause left Katherine Milesi rattled. Then the former Deloitte executive realised corporate Australia was in need of a strategic plan.
Why do we still have no consensus on how to approach menopause?
From HRT to fears about over-medicalisation, navigating menopause and perimenopause can be confusing. In our new health series, we will put your most pressing questions to some of the most respected voices in this field.
Journal retracts Covid ‘cure’ study
Dutch publisher Elsevier said methodological concerns and questions about the paper’s conclusions led to its withdrawal.
Drug in Codral and Sudafed ‘doesn’t work’
Johnson & Johnson has been accused of marketing and selling ineffective nasal decongestant medicines to Australians for nearly two decades.
Lex Marinos chose voluntary assisted dying. His family explains why
One of Australia’s great men of the arts chose to undertake voluntary assisted dying, his final days spent at home surrounded by loved ones. His family take us through their journey.
What you should know about voluntary assisted dying
More than 3000 Australians have used voluntary assisted dying to end their lives. Is it something you or a family member need to consider? Here is the latest on this emotional issue.
What this ultra-processed-food guru is eating at Christmas will surprise you
Chris van Tulleken stressed us all out about ultra-processed food. So what’s on his table on the 25th? A surprising amount of stuff in foil trays from the supermarket.
LGBTI+ data ‘will improve support’
In a prelude to the landmark collection of census data on gender and sexuality, the ABS has released figures showing 4.5 per cent of those over 16 are LGBTI+.
Teeth issues as an adult? It probably started at birth
Think baby teeth care is futile – or not a big deal – because they fall out later as adult teeth come through? Think again.
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