Why this tiny device could change IVF
A tiny device, that can fit in the palm of the hand, may hold the key to IVF treatment for male infertility.
Health
Shock failures before killer’s rampage
Eight police officers will face disciplinary action after an internal investigation discovered serious failures before coward killer Mark Bombara’s Floreat rampage.
New review into safety of gender-changing puberty blockers
The federal government has announced it will hold an inquiry into the safety of puberty blockers and treatment for children who want to change genders.
Huge update after puberty blocker pause
A review of trans healthcare for young Aussies has been announced in the same week one state paused the use of puberty blockers for children.
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Mum’s dire warning over ‘common’ illness
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Bombshell contraceptive find sparks legal bid
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Exciting medical breakthroughs we can expect in 2025
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‘On the rise’: Late-night ritual ruining lives
Doctors are warning those guilty of a bad habit that’s booming in popularity to be careful, as it can seriously damage our brains.
13yo’s act that sparked tragic spiral
For over a decade, Melbourne man Benn hid his addiction from friends and family. Now he’s working to make it easier for others to fight for their lives.
Pill testing rolled out in Victorian first
Victoria’s pill testing laws are receiving their first road test at the four-day Beyond the Valley Festival.
The surprising social trend among young adults in 2025
A new survey shows Generation Z is leading the shift on how we as a nation feel about social media. And the results may shock you.
Gross discovery in popular lake
A busy lake in the middle of a major city has been temporarily closed to the public after dangerous levels of bacteria were discovered in the water.
Is a single injection to the eye key to reversing blindness?
A new gene therapy delivered as a one-off injection to the eye could reverse blindness and “switch on sight” for millions of people with impaired vision.
Sinister reason behind mum’s backache
When Lauren Jolly, 39, felt a dull ache in her lower back, she thought it must be because she had moved house.
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