‘I feel lucky I’m still here’: One thing I’d change about Australia
Professor Richard Scolyer AO was diagnosed with a brain tumour, but it didn’t stop him fighting cancer. Here, he reflects on what makes us a great nation and what he’d change.
Health
Deadly disease lands in major cities
A major health alert has been issued for two major Aussie cities after a highly-infectious and deadly disease was detected in returned travellers.
‘Insane’ X-ray leaves doctor horrified
An “insane” X-ray has revealed a man infested with hundreds of tapeworm eggs after making a huge error in the kitchen.
Aus Post reveals top health items we’re going crazy for
Aussies have been cashing in on a range of items as they put their health and lifestyle first according to Australia Post.
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Methanol poisoning: What you need to know
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8 signs and symptoms of lactose intolerance
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Aussie author dies after ‘long Covid’ battle
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UK professor rips Aussie Covid ‘madness’
A UK expert has slammed Australia’s Covid response, describing lockdowns as “total madness” and claiming vaccines were ineffective.
‘Surprise diagnosis left me 24 hours for a life-changing choice’
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ICU angels: nurses who care for the most critically ill
It is one of the country’s busiest ICUs providing care to more than 3000 critically ill patients a year but Royal Melbourne Hospital nurses say they are “the lucky ones”. See what happens behind the scenes.
One thing you should do every morning
It’s part of the morning routines of countless Aussies – and now, a doctor explores whether using it does more harm than good.
‘Dangerous’ condition caused by water
An Aussie doctor has issued a warning as a huge trend involving major retailers such as Kmart influences how much we drink.
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